Head-to-head · Math Equation Editor Software
MathType (WIRIS Editor) vs Mathpix Snip
MathType (WIRIS Editor) leads on 1 check, Mathpix Snip on 1, 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 trialonly MathType (WIRIS Editor)
MathType (WIRIS Editor) scores higher on our rubric for math equation editor software: 8.9 against 7.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #7.
Mathpix Snip offers ocr to equation; MathType (WIRIS Editor) doesn't. MathType (WIRIS Editor) offers office add-in; Mathpix Snip doesn't.
MathType (WIRIS Editor) is the better fit for teams needing accessible equations across office and LMS. Mathpix Snip is the better fit for converting equations from screenshots, PDFs, and handwriting.
- MathType (WIRIS Editor) fits best
Teams needing accessible equations across office and LMS
- Mathpix Snip fits best
Converting equations from screenshots, PDFs, and handwriting
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Side by side
| Feature | MathType (WIRIS Editor) 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | Mathpix Snip 7.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 7.8 |
| Ranking | #4 in Math Equation Editor Software | #7 in Math Equation Editor Software |
| Best for | Teams needing accessible equations across office and LMS | Converting equations from screenshots, PDFs, and handwriting |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | $49.90/yr |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 30 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted, Browser extension | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension |
| Support | Email, Docs | |
| Compliance | GDPR | SOC 2 |
| Integrations | 9 integrations | 7 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features MathType (WIRIS Editor) 5/6 · Mathpix Snip 5/6 | ||
| OCR to equation | — | ✓ (best) |
| Office add-in | ✓ (best) | — |
| Web editor | ✓ | ✓ |
| Handwriting input | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 → |
Mathpix Snip converts equations and other STEM material from screenshots, images, handwritten input, and PDFs into editable formats. It is designed for students, educators, STEM professionals, and organizations handling technical… 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
Mathpix Snip — where it wins
- Recognizes printed and handwritten equations from images, screens, and PDFs
- Exports editable results to LaTeX, MathML, DOCX, HTML, and Markdown
- Runs on web, desktop, mobile, and browser extension platforms
Where it doesn't
- Free tier limits processing to 10 PDF pages and 10 images per month
- Support is provided through email
- PDF extraction spans more than equation editing alone
- 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 → - Mathpix Snip7.8/10 · Free plan
A cross-platform tool for turning equation images, handwriting, and PDFs into editable content.
Visit Mathpix SnipFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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