What each tool does
Photomath is a maths help app. You scan a problem with your phone's camera, including word problems, or type it into the smart calculator. The app shows a solution, sometimes with more than one method, and explains each step. It covers elementary maths through algebra and geometry up to college level.
Speak is an AI language learning app focused on speaking. Lessons teach the phrases native speakers use, you practise them until they come naturally, then use them in AI-powered conversations. The curriculum is designed by experts and personalised by AI, with languages including English, Korean, Japanese, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese.
Key differences
- Subject: Photomath is for maths; Speak is for language learning.
- Interaction: Photomath uses your camera and typed input; Speak relies on spoken practice.
- Structure: Speak follows a guided curriculum; Photomath responds to whatever problem you scan.
- Audience: Photomath is for school and college maths students; Speak is for anyone wanting speaking confidence in a language.
- Pricing: Photomath is freemium; Speak is paid, though you can start speaking free before subscribing. Check the pricing page for current plans.
Which should you choose?
Choose Photomath if you want help understanding maths homework on your phone and can start for free.
Choose Speak if you want to speak English or another offered language more confidently for study, work or travel. Try the free start before subscribing, as payment is likely in USD by card.
Can you use both?
Yes. They serve entirely different goals, so a student could use Photomath for maths and Speak for spoken language practice without any overlap.
