# Mathway: Scan & Solve Problems

> Mathway helps you solve your most difficult math homework problems

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bagatrix.mathway.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bagatrix.mathway.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.bagatrix.mathway.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Chegg, Inc.
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 59,724,296
- **Rating:** 4.11 / 5 (414,204 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.11.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-19
- **First published:** 2012-02-04
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 59 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bagatrix.mathway.android)
- **Website:** [https://www.mathway.com](https://www.mathway.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.mathway.com/privacy](https://www.mathway.com/privacy)

## Description

Mathway is the world's smartest math calculator designed to tackle algebra, graphing, calculus, and beyond. This Chrome extension allows users to scan or type their math homework problems and instantly receive step-by-step solutions. Whether you're struggling with complex equations or need a quick answer, Mathway provides unlimited access to detailed explanations, making math learning efficient and accessible for students of all levels. With its intuitive camera integration, simply snap a photo of your problem or type the question directly to get instant guidance.

## Rankings

- #2,601 — Overall
- #120 — Education (Gross)
- #5 — math problems
- #10 — problem
- #26 — calculus

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.bagatrix.mathway.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users broadly praise Mathway as a helpful math tool, with many noting it solves problems and shows steps. However, a dominant recurring issue is a privacy/cookie overlay that blocks answers and cannot be moved, making the app often unusable. Additional frequent complaints include slow performance, unreliable scanning/graphing, and overlays that block the results. When it works, users find it very useful; when it doesn’t, the blocking widgets and glitches severely hamper usability.

### Pros

- Solves math problems with step-by-step explanations.
- Generally helpful and highly rated by users (described as life-saver when it works).
- Overall useful math aid for solving problems and getting help with math concepts.

### Cons

- Persistent privacy/cookie overlay blocks the answers and cannot be moved.
- Slow loading and overall unreliability, with buffering and delays.
- Camera/scanner feature unreliable; problems or graphs often not recognized.
- Popups/overlays obstruct the view of the solutions.
- Occasional errors or explanations that are not clear.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bagatrix.mathway.android)