Which symbolic math package best complements Matlab?

Question

Mathematics

Good afternoon!
I actively use Matlab in my (research) work for all emerging numerical problems, plotting, modeling, etc. The only thing it does not suit me is symbolic calculations, or rather, the textual representation of the results. Recently, more and more often I have to take paper with a pencil and sit down to write cumbersome formulas, derive equalities and equations. To make my work easier, I want to learn some kind of symbolic calculation system, but I can’t decide which one. So I turn for advice to people experienced in these matters.
So, I'm looking for a symbolic package, but I'll still use Matlab for numerical calculations. The main emphasis is on mathematical analysis, linear algebra, dif. equations and integrals. I'm interested in the minimum entry time and ease of development. And a beautiful conclusion of the results - so that it is comfortable to look at and comprehend a complex formula.
I looked at Maple and Mathematica, but I couldn't figure out at first glance which one is best for my needs. I would not want to spend time mastering one, then to understand that it does not suit me.

Answer 1

Mathematica, I use it myself and advise you. True, unusual syntax, but if you master it, then a very powerful system.
Mathematica - more complex but faster and more powerful
Maple - simpler, but it sometimes doesn't work properly (good for small symbolic calculations)

Answer 2

I used Mathcad. Satisfied completely.
But now switched to python + sympy