# Finger Numbers — Multitouch math

> Early math app for quantity recognition and number sense development. (iPhone/iPad app by Christian Urff.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/finger-numbers/id455497654 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Christian Urff](https://appshunter.io/developer/415894463)
- Category: Education, Games, Strategy, Trivia
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 81 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, European Spanish
- Released: 2011-08-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-01
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/finger-numbers/id455497654/reviews.md

## What is Finger Numbers?

Finger Numbers is a motivating learning app that builds rapid quantity recognition (quasi‑simultaneous subitizing) and a robust sense of number and operations for early math. This release is a complete technical rebuild with expanded content—designed for children, parents, and teachers.

What children practice:
- Recognizing quantities at a glance and matching them with finger touches
- Automating number decompositions, complements to 10, and strategies like the “Power of 5”
- Moving fluently between representations (fingers, dots, mixed)

Game and practice modes:
- Basics: Fingers, Dots, Mixed
- Pattern Recognition: structured arrangements
- Calculation Strategies: Power of 5, complements to 10, How many are missing?, decompositions
- Two Hands: cooperative/competitive split‑screen number decomposition
- Jump and Run: an action mini‑game controlled by finger numbers

Adapt to each learner:
- Flexible number range from 3 to 10 fingers (start with 3-5 Fingers for learning the input)
- Time pressure can be enabled/disabled as needed
- Visual aids and flash‑view controls
- Multi‑user profiles with individual progress; Guest mode without recording

For teachers
- Diagnostic reports with solution times, success rates, and strategy insights
- Protected area to review learning progress
- AI‑powered summaries with didactic guidance

Note: On iPad, system gestures (e.g., 4–5‑finger gestures) may interfere with multi‑finger input. Consider disabling multitasking gestures in system settings if needed.

Languages: German, English, Spanish, French, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified)

## Key features

- Rapid quantity recognition
- Number decomposition practice
- Multiple game and practice modes
- Adaptive learning settings
- Multi-user profiles
- Diagnostic reports for teachers

## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/finger-numbers/id455497654/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Deutsche Sprache fehlt

*2015-10-17*

Super App, leider passt sich die Sprache noch nicht automatisch an. Wir können die App nur in Englisch nutzen. In Deutsch 5 Sterne.

### 5/5 — Sehr gelungen.

*2014-10-11*

Ohne Schnickschnack und Kinderkram. Tolle Idee den Multitouchscreen zu benutzen.

### 5/5 — Love it for the math-challenged individual.

*2013-06-02*

I like that I can set numbers included in a game down to a really low number (as low as 3) for beginning math awareness. Manually, this app can be difficult for some children, but it is good fine motor practice if set to a low number to start with in order to reduce frustration. The concept is challenging for some children too, but, with practice, I suspect that this game might be able to teach most people, even those without language who have a serious math disability, what adding is about. We are starting with the simple number repetition game for just a minute or so at a time. It is challenging and frustrating, as is anything that has to do with math and fine motor skills, but the easiest game was do-able immediately with hints from me: the app asks for 1 finger; I put one finger out; he puts one finger out and touches the screen; total success on the first try with numbers 1 and 2 and some success with number 3 (which was where I set the maximum). In the second session, I only occasionally had to prompt and there was more success with pressing three fingers on the screen at the same time. It should be pretty easy to work up to 4; after that, more dexterity (and more of the concept behind dexterity) will be required (if using just one hand, which is easier math-conceptually). I think that this app will help get across the idea of counting on the fingers, a concept that has been elusive so far. A great app to try for kids and adults with special needs who just aren't "getting" the basic ideas behind math. I like that this isn't a baby app, so it can be used for people of all ages who haven't yet learned basic math concepts. Also should be wonderful for really young typically-developing kids, of course.

### 5/5 — Super- nach dem Update alles dabei was ich brauche !

*2013-05-29*

Klasse! Das Update hat alle meine Wünsche erfüllt- jetzt kann ich es mit den Kindern bei der Arbeit so nutzen, wie die Kids es brauchen . Das Ausprobieren ihrer Finger wird ihnen Spaß machen !!! :D !!

### 5/5 — Tolle App

*2012-04-01*

Eine hervorragende App. Selten so eine sinnvolle Unterstützung für das Lernen bzw. Erweitern des Zahlbegriffs gesehen. App. funktioniert prima und es sind abwechslungsreiche Spiele dabei. Es wird nicht nur der Zahlbegriff erweitert, sondern auch das Verständnis in Zahlzerlegung und damit die Operation der Addition eingeführt,  bzw. geübt. Vielen Dank für die Umsetzung einer solchen App.
Sisko

### 5/5 — Klasse Lernhilfe!

*2011-11-29*

Mit Begeisterung aufgenommen, die "Fingersteuerung" funktioniert dann doch überraschend gut. Tolle Hilfe! Bitte mehr davon!

### 5/5 — Mother

*2011-09-13*

Excellent app! Please translate to English.

## Frequently asked questions about Finger Numbers

### What is Finger Numbers?

Finger Numbers is an educational app designed to build rapid quantity recognition and a strong sense of numbers and operations for early math learners. It offers various game and practice modes to help children develop essential math skills.

### What age is Finger Numbers suitable for?

Finger Numbers is suitable for children aged 4 and up, as indicated by its age rating. It's designed for early learners to develop foundational math concepts.

### How much does Finger Numbers cost?

Finger Numbers is a paid app, priced at $3.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its features and content.

### Does Finger Numbers have ads?

No, Finger Numbers does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free experience for uninterrupted learning.

### What learning methodologies does Finger Numbers use?

Finger Numbers focuses on quasi-simultaneous subitizing, number decomposition, and strategies like the 'Power of 5'. It helps children move fluently between different representations of numbers.

### Can Finger Numbers track progress for multiple children?

Yes, Finger Numbers supports multi-user profiles, allowing individual progress to be tracked for each learner. A guest mode is also available without recording progress.

### Is Finger Numbers available on Android devices?

Currently, Finger Numbers is only supported on iPads. Users with Android devices will not be able to download or use the application.

### How often is Finger Numbers updated?

The latest version of Finger Numbers is 3.3, and it was last updated on November 20, 2025. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3 — 2025-11-20

Improved display in the “Pattern Recognition” exercise
Bug fixes

### 3.2 — 2025-10-07

Bug fixes
new menu icons

### 3.1 — 2025-09-21

•	Fixed various bugs
	•	Finger detection when counting up is now less sensitive if fingers are placed one after another (restored previous behavior)
	•	Exercises in the overview now include short descriptions and can be shown or hidden (to better adapt the interface for students)
	•	Added missing localizations

### 3.0 — 2025-08-12

- Complete technical rebuild for improved stability and performance
- Refined practice modes, including “Jump and Run” and extended calculation strategies
- Multi-user profiles with individual progress plus Guest mode
- Diagnostics with clear reports and AI‑powered summaries
- Many quality improvements and bug fixes

### 2.1 — 2015-10-24

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Solves a problem with localization.

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