MATLAB Compare Home Editions of Maple, MATLAB & Mathematica: Questions & Experiences

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The discussion revolves around the availability and features of personal/home editions of mathematical software like Maple, MATLAB, and Mathematica for hobbyists and self-study. Users inquire about software that provides step-by-step solutions for algebra and calculus, highlighting the need for tools that aid in learning and refreshing mathematical concepts. Maple offers a personal edition priced at $239 but does not provide a personal edition for MapleSim. MATLAB, on the other hand, maintains the same capabilities in its home version as in the professional version, with no limitations aside from licensing and cost. Users mention alternatives like Symbolab and WolframAlpha for step-by-step solutions, with the latter requiring a subscription. The consensus indicates that Maple and Mathematica are suitable for creating documents with mathematical content, while MATLAB is preferred for programming and data analysis.
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I checked Maple, MATLAB and Mathematica websites and found personal/home editions for hobby use like 3D printer, robotics, etc.. and self-study. I now have a few questions for you. Does anyone have any good experiences with them?

Which software support step-by-step solution display like solving or simplifying algebra or calculus formulas each step? That would help refreshing.

I was looking for MapleSim personal edition but Maplesoft website did not mention but just student or professional versions. Does MapleSoft offer MapleSim personal/home edition that MathWorks does?

Thanks!
 
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I've just taken a class on MatLab, but that's a programming language, not something you can just type in a formula and get a step-by-step answer for. There should be oodles of websites that can do that though. Symbolab is one such website that I use regularly. WolframAlpha can also do this, but you need to purchase a subscription I believe.
 
The home version of MATLAB is the same software as the full professional version, so if you're familiar with MATLAB, it's the same. It's not a crippled, dumbed down, or limited capability version. The only thing different is the license and the cost.
 
Ok, thanks for some replies. I contacted MapleSoft and they offer Maple personal edition for $239 but does not offer MapleSim personal edition. I checked YouTube and learned that Maple is for word processor with math toolkit, etc. I will buy it for hobbyist use for documents soon.

I will go with MATLAB w/SimuLink add-ons for programming, data results, etc. I will buy it too.

Maple and Mathematica (WolframAlpha) offer step-by-step solutions for documents use.
 

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