Head-to-head · Math Equation Editor Software
MathType (WIRIS Editor) vs CodeCogs Equation Editor
MathType (WIRIS Editor) leads on 2 checks, CodeCogs Equation Editor on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreMathType (WIRIS Editor) · 8.9/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresMathType (WIRIS Editor) · 5 of 6
MathType (WIRIS Editor) scores higher on our rubric for math equation editor software: 8.9 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #5.
MathType (WIRIS Editor) offers office add-in; CodeCogs Equation Editor doesn't. MathType (WIRIS Editor) offers handwriting input; CodeCogs Equation Editor doesn't.
MathType (WIRIS Editor) is the better fit for teams needing accessible equations across office and LMS. CodeCogs Equation Editor is the better fit for websites embedding a free equation editor.
- MathType (WIRIS Editor) fits best
Teams needing accessible equations across office and LMS
- CodeCogs Equation Editor fits best
Websites embedding a free equation editor
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Side by side
| Feature | MathType (WIRIS Editor) 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | CodeCogs Equation Editor 8.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 8.6 |
| Ranking | #4 in Math Equation Editor Software | #5 in Math Equation Editor Software |
| Best for | Teams needing accessible equations across office and LMS | Websites embedding a free equation editor |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 30 days | 30 days |
| Free trial length | 30 days | 30 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted, Browser extension | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS | Web |
| Support | Email, Docs | |
| Integrations | 9 integrations | 3 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features MathType (WIRIS Editor) 5/6 · CodeCogs Equation Editor 3/6 | ||
| OCR to equation | — | — |
| Office add-in | ✓ (best) | — |
| Web editor | ✓ | ✓ |
| Handwriting input | ✓ (best) | — |
| MathML export | ✓ | ✓ |
| LaTeX export | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Primary deployment | Hybrid | Hybrid |
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| Our verdict | MathType is WIRIS's equation editor for students, teachers, and professionals creating mathematical and scientific content. It suits teams that need equations in office documents, web editors, or learning management systems, including… Read the review → |
CodeCogs Equation Editor is a browser-based workspace for composing mathematical equations visually or through LaTeX. The rendered equation and its LaTeX markup stay synchronized, while toolbar panels cover symbols, operators, and… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
MathType (WIRIS Editor) — where it wins
- Visual editing, handwriting recognition, LaTeX, and MathML support
- Integrates with office apps, LMS platforms, HTML editors, and XML editors
- Accessibility features include keyboard navigation, screen readers, and alt text
Where it doesn't
- Office Individual purchase requires an educational email
- Organizational, HTML editor, and LMS institutional pricing is customized
- LMS Basic is limited to 500 equations per year
CodeCogs Equation Editor — where it wins
- Synchronized visual editing and LaTeX markup
- Exports equations as LaTeX, MathML, SVG, or PNG
- API embedding with CKEditor and TinyMCE plugins
Where it doesn't
- Community tier is limited to one domain
- No OCR, handwriting input, or AI features
- Advanced usage requires paid Professional or Enterprise plans
- MathType (WIRIS Editor)8.9/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A flexible equation editor for office documents, web editors, and learning systems.
Visit MathTypeFull verdict → - CodeCogs Equation Editor8.6/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A focused web equation editor with synchronized LaTeX, exports, API embedding, and plugins.
Visit CodeCogsFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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