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Head-to-head · AI Tutoring Apps

MATHia vs ELSA Speak

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score MATHia #3 in AI Tutoring Apps 8.6/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit MATHia
ELSA Speak #7 in AI Tutoring Apps 8.1/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 4 features Visit ELSA Speak

MATHia leads on 0 checks, ELSA Speak on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMATHia · 8.6/10
  • Free planonly ELSA Speak
  • Free trialonly ELSA Speak

MATHia scores higher on our rubric for ai tutoring apps: 8.6 against 8.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.

MATHia is the better fit for schools teaching adaptive middle-school math. ELSA Speak is the better fit for pronunciation-focused language learning.

  • MATHia fits best

    Schools teaching adaptive middle-school math

  • ELSA Speak fits best

    Pronunciation-focused language learning

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Side by side

Feature MATHia 8.6/10 Visit ↗ ELSA Speak 8.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.6 8.1
Ranking #3 in AI Tutoring Apps #7 in AI Tutoring Apps
Best for Schools teaching adaptive middle-school math Pronunciation-focused language learning
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Pricing on request $159.99/yr
Free plan Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Free trial — 7 days
Deployment Cloud Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android iOS, Android
Support Docs Email, Docs
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features MATHia 0/4 · ELSA Speak 0/4
Voice tutoring Not checked yet Not checked yet
Image input Not checked yet Not checked yet
Progress tracking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Exam preparation Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Subject scope Not checked yet Not checked yet
Mobile platforms Not checked yet Not checked yet
Supported languages Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Skill-by-skill adaptation with contextual hints and worked examples
  • LiveLab alerts and detailed progress, standards, and skills reports
  • Web, desktop, and mobile platform support for classroom programs
  • AI role-play and coaching support real-world speaking practice
  • Speech recognition gives feedback on pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and fluency
  • Personalized paths, assessments, and progress data support structured learning
Cons
  • Pricing requires contacting sales
  • No offline access is listed
  • Designed for grades 6–12 rather than a broad range of learners
  • The listed target language is English
  • Offline lessons are not available
  • Free access limits role-play, coaching, lessons, and progress tracking
Our verdict

MATHia is Carnegie Learning’s AI-powered online math software for middle- and high-school students in grades 6–12. It is designed for use alongside classroom instruction or as supplemental practice, giving learners individualized practice,…

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ELSA Speak is an English-learning app for individual learners who want structured speaking and pronunciation practice. It combines AI role-play conversations, speech recognition, personalized learning paths, assessment testing, and…

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  1. MATHiaAI Tutoring Apps 8.6Pricing on request
  2. ELSA SpeakAI Tutoring Apps 8.1Free plan · 7-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • MATHia — where it wins

    • Skill-by-skill adaptation with contextual hints and worked examples
    • LiveLab alerts and detailed progress, standards, and skills reports
    • Web, desktop, and mobile platform support for classroom programs

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contacting sales
    • No offline access is listed
    • Designed for grades 6–12 rather than a broad range of learners

  • ELSA Speak — where it wins

    • AI role-play and coaching support real-world speaking practice
    • Speech recognition gives feedback on pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and fluency
    • Personalized paths, assessments, and progress data support structured learning

    Where it doesn't

    • The listed target language is English
    • Offline lessons are not available
    • Free access limits role-play, coaching, lessons, and progress tracking
  • MATHia8.6/10 · Pricing on request

    A detailed adaptive math platform for schools that need teacher visibility.

    Visit MATHiaFull verdict →
  • ELSA Speak8.1/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial

    A focused English tutor for learners who want detailed pronunciation and speaking feedback.

    Visit ELSA SpeakFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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