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Also covers computer · open source
microMathematics Plus is a visual calculator with a worksheet layout, graphing and function plotting.
Alternatives
The Best Maxima Alternatives in 2026
9 alternatives0 free · 5 open source
Looking for something like Maxima? Here are 9 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 5 are open source.
Maxima supports symbolic computation, integration, 3D plotting and differential equations in a computer algebra system.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionmicroMathematicsmicroMathematics Plus is a visual calculator with a…Another optionEmilio Ferrara's web pageThe USC HUMANS Lab studies social bots, AI safety…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | microMathematics | — | Yes | Android |
| 2 | Emilio Ferrara's web page | — | Not stated | Web |
| 3 | QwikTape | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 4 | wik | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 5 | Entitree | — | Not stated | Linux |
| 6 | Anki Android | — | Yes | Android |
| 7 | Better Canvas | — | Yes | — |
| 8 | Symbolab | — | Not stated | Android, iOS, Web |
| 9 | MatrixCalc | — | Not stated | Web |
All Maxima alternatives
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Emilio Ferrara's web page
emilio.ferrara.nameAlso covers computer · same kind of website
The USC HUMANS Lab studies social bots, AI safety, influence operations, and human-machine societies.
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Also covers git and linux · open source
QwikTape lets users calculate and annotate results in a paper-style workspace.
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Also covers git and linux · open source
wik retrieves information from Wikipedia in a command-line shell, according to its project description.
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Entitree
github.com/codeledge/entitreeAlso covers git and linux
The EntiTree repository contains the Next.js project that powers the EntiTree website.
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Also covers git · open source
AnkiDroid brings Anki flashcards to Android for reviewing decks with spaced repetition.
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Also covers git · open source
Better Canvas adds features for Canvas, including dark mode, a to-do list and a GPA calculator.
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Symbolab
symbolab.comSame kind of website
Symbolab solves algebra, trigonometry and calculus problems step by step, with calculators for equations, derivatives and integrals.
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MatrixCalc
matrixcalc.org/enSame kind of website
MatrixCalc calculates matrix operations and decompositions and solves systems of linear equations with solution steps.
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Alternatives to similar tools
Emilio Ferrara's web page24 alternativesmicroMathematics24 alternativesQwikTape24 alternativesAnki Android24 alternativeswik23 alternativesEntitree24 alternatives
What is the best alternative to Maxima?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Maxima are microMathematics, Emilio Ferrara's web page, and QwikTape.
Are there open-source alternatives to Maxima?
Yes: microMathematics, QwikTape, wik, and Anki Android.
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