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Tiny Tutors vs Photomath
Photomath shows a solution and the steps behind it. Tiny Tutors asks your child guiding questions out loud so they work toward the answer themselves. These are different ways to get help with a math problem.
Official sources checked October 17, 2026. Features and prices can change.
How does the help feel?
Photomath lets a learner scan a problem or enter it in a calculator, then inspect step-by-step explanations. It covers a broader range of math levels. Tiny Tutors is focused on Grades 1–8: a photo, a PDF, or a typed problem starts a voice-led conversation with Kapinga.
What does each option cost?
Photomath’s official guide says the app and basic step-by-step explanations are free. Photomath Plus adds deeper explanations and animated tutorials. We have not verified a current Plus price; check the app’s current offer for your region.
Tiny Tutors costs $23.99/month for the first child and $13.99/month for each additional child. The 7-day free trial needs no card. Billing pauses in June and July while access continues.
When might Photomath be the better choice?
Photomath may be the better fit when a learner wants to check a solution, inspect written steps, or explore math beyond Grade 8. Tiny Tutors may fit a family looking for guided dialogue and a parent view of what their child practiced.
Tiny Tutors is for families who want Kapinga to talk through their child’s own homework without handing over the answer. Parental consent comes before tutoring, and the parent dashboard shows progress.
Questions parents ask
Is Photomath free?
Photomath says its app and basic step-by-step explanations are available at no charge. Photomath Plus adds paid features; check the app for the current price.
Does Photomath show the answer?
Photomath’s published workflow shows a solution with step-by-step explanations. Kapinga instead asks guiding questions so your child reaches the answer themselves.
Which is better for math beyond Grade 8?
Photomath covers a broader range of math levels. Tiny Tutors is specifically focused on math for Grades 1–8.