MathType vs SMath Studio

MathType

Description: MathType is a powerful interactive equation editor for Windows and Mac that lets you create mathematical notation for word processing, web pages, desktop publishing, presentations, elearning, and for TeX, LaTeX, and MathML documents. It has an intuitive graphical interface allowing you to type or handwrite equations.

Type: software

SMath Studio

Description: SMath Studio is an open-source mathematical software for Windows, Linux, and macOS. It can be used to perform various math operations and calculations like algebra, calculus, plotting graphs, etc. It has a simple interface and supports LaTeX formatting.

Type: software

Pricing: Open Source

MathType Features

• WYSIWYG equation editor
• Handwriting recognition
• LaTeX and MathML support
• Copy equations as images
• Insert equations into Office, Pages and Google Docs
• Supports over 400 math symbols and templates
• Automatic formatting of equations
• Real-time preview when typing equations
• Import and export equations

SMath Studio Features

• Perform various mathematical calculations
• Algebraic operations
• Calculus operations
• 2D and 3D plotting
• LaTeX support
• Customizable interface
• Supports various file formats like PDF, PNG, etc.
• Can be used offline
• Open source and free

MathType

• Not listed

SMath Studio

• Open Source