iPadOS 18 has finally graced the iPad with a Calculator app that’s anything but ordinary. It boasts AI-powered features like Math Notes, which allows you to handwrite equations and get real-time solutions—a feature unavailable on Android. Beyond simple equations, the app also supports formulas, graphs, history tracking, variables, and unit conversion.
If you’re drawn to these features, especially the handwritten calculations, you’ll be happy to know that similar functionality is available on Android through various calculator apps.
Here are some calculator apps for your Android phone or tablet that offer a similar experience to the iPad 18 calculator:
App NameHandwritten InputReal-time SolutionStep-by-Step SolutionGraphingOther FeaturesPriceMicrosoft Math SolverYesNoYesNoPhoto input, manual typing, daily quiz, math games.FreeHandwriting CalculatorYesYesNoNoDecimal place control, approximation, trigonometry, powers, roots, exponentials, miscellaneous operations, brackets, logarithms, and constants.FreeMyScript Calculator 2YesYesYesNoDrag-and-drop editing, scratch-out correction, multiple line calculations, display results in decimal, fraction, or mixed numbers, and trigonometry with radians or degrees.PaidMaple CalculatorYesYesYesYes2D and 3D graphing, a wide range of math disciplines (algebra, calculus, trigonometry, linear algebra, differential equations), unit conversions, and fun math puzzles.Free
1. Microsoft Math Solver Calculator
Microsoft Math Solver offers a similar experience to the Math Notes feature on iPad. You can handwrite your math problems or equations on the screen, and it will solve them for you, although not in real-time. After you write your equation, you must tap “Send” for step-by-step solutions.
It is a versatile app that allows you to input problems through handwriting, typing, or even by taking a picture of a printed or handwritten equation. It’s a great option for students who need help with their homework or anyone who needs to solve math problems on the go.
Features similar to iPadOS 18 Calculator app:
Write or draw math problems on your phone’s screen to solve them.
Calculate a variety of math problems and equations, including formulas and variables.
Provides step-by-step solutions for problems (though not in real-time).
Download: Microsoft Math Solver (free)
2. Handwriting Calculator (Motorola Only)
The Handwriting Calculator is a Motorola-exclusive app originally designed for their G Stylus series, but you can install it on any Motorola phone from APKMirror. It provides a simple and intuitive way to solve math problems by writing them directly on your screen.
Quickly write your problem or equation to get an instant solution. You can easily modify and add elements to your formula, and the result will update dynamically. Just like on the new iPad Calculator, you can also draw a slash to remove a number or a portion of your formula.
To use the Handwriting Calculator, install the APK and then create a home screen shortcut for it using the Activity Launcher app, as shown in the video below:
Features similar to iPadOS 18 Calculator app:
Write math problems or equations directly on the screen using your finger or stylus.
Automatic recognition of handwritten input and display results.
Slash to remove numbers or parts of the equation.
Supports basic arithmetic, powers, roots, exponentials, trigonometry, logarithms, and constants.
Download: Handwriting Calculator by Motorola (free)
3. MyScript Calculator 2
MyScript Calculator 2 closely mirrors the Math Notes app on iPadOS 18. Write calculations or equations directly on your screen and watch the results appear instantly. Mess up a number? No worries – just scratch it out and fix it like you would on paper.
You can also drag and drop numbers or entire equations, making editing a breeze. If you’re working on a multi-step problem, write across multiple lines and easily rearrange elements. You can even choose how your answers are displayed: as decimals, fractions, or mixed numbers. For trigonometry, quickly toggle between radians and degrees.
It also conveniently saves your previous calculations as history. Overall, MyScript Calculator 2 is an excellent choice if you want an iPadOS 18-like calculator on Android. However, keep in mind that it’s a paid app.
Features similar to iPadOS 18 Calculator app:
Write calculations and equations directly on the screen.
Provides instant solutions as you write, mirroring the real-time functionality of the iPadOS 18 Calculator.
Supports writing and solving complex multi-step calculations on multiple lines.
Allows scratching out mistakes and rewriting.
Keeps your calculation history.
Download: MyScript Calculator 2 (paid, $2.99)
4. Maple Calculator
Maple Calculator is a powerful math tool that goes beyond simple calculations. Write your equations on the screen, and the app will recognize your handwriting and provide step-by-step solutions. It also excels at visualizing your problems and solutions in both 2D and 3D.
Just like with Math Notes on iPadOS 18, you can see 2D and 3D graphs of your expressions and watch how the graph changes as you modify the expression in real time.
If you need to solve complex problems in various math disciplines like algebra, calculus, or trigonometry, Maple Calculator is a great option. Its interactive graphs and comprehensive features make it a valuable tool for students and professionals.
Features similar to iPadOS 18 Calculator app:
Write equations directly on the screen with handwriting recognition.
Real-time solutions and step-by-step explanations.
Graphing capabilities for 2D and 3D expressions.
Download: Maple Calculator (free)
iPadOS 18 Calculator for Android
While the above apps are excellent alternatives to Math Notes, there currently isn’t a perfect replica of the iPadOS 18 Calculator for Android. However, with more and more people wanting handwritten input and AI, I believe developers will soon bring a similar app with a comparable interface and features to Android. This would make calculations a breeze, especially for those with an Android tablet and stylus or a phone with a stylus, like the Galaxy S Ultra series with S Pen.
