# Mental Multiplication Tricks — "Magical" way to multiply

> Learn the Trachtenberg system for faster, easier multiplication without tables. (iPhone/iPad app by Alexander Mokrushin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mental-multiplication-tricks/id708337019 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alexander Mokrushin](https://appshunter.io/developer/318792218)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 10 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany), Russian
- Released: 2013-09-23
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mental-multiplication-tricks/id708337019/reviews.md

## What is Mental Multiplication Tricks?

Using this app you will learn to do some multiplying of small numbers (till 12) without using the multiplication tables. 
This app presents only a part of the Trachtenberg system - a new way to do basic multiplication. The important benefits of this system are greater ease, greater speed, and greater accuracy. The Trachtenberg system, once learned, can take the drudgery out of the arithmetic that is part of your daily stint.

## Key features

- Multiply without tables
- Trachtenberg system simplified
- Faster calculations
- Improved accuracy
- Reduces arithmetic drudgery

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mental-multiplication-tricks/id708337019/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Please Update

*2017-12-05*

I love this app, but it does not work with iOS 11. PLEASE UPDATE!!!!

### 5/5 — Pls update to iOS11

*2017-10-04*

This app must be updated to iOS11. I purchased it and now it is not working.

### 4/5 — First

*2017-05-16*

Seems cool. Just downloaded will update in the future.

## Frequently asked questions about Mental Multiplication Tricks

### What is Mental Multiplication Tricks?

Mental Multiplication Tricks teaches a simplified version of the Trachtenberg system to help you multiply small numbers (up to 12) without using standard multiplication tables. It focuses on improving calculation speed and accuracy.

### How does Mental Multiplication Tricks compare to traditional multiplication learning?

Instead of memorizing tables, this app uses specific methods from the Trachtenberg system to perform multiplication. Users report greater ease, speed, and accuracy once the system is learned.

### What is the Trachtenberg system?

The Trachtenberg system is a method for performing arithmetic calculations, particularly multiplication, with greater speed and ease. This app presents a portion of that system focused on basic multiplication.

### Is Mental Multiplication Tricks suitable for children?

Yes, the app has an age rating of 4+ and is designed to make arithmetic less tedious. It can be a helpful tool for younger learners looking to build foundational math skills.

### What devices does Mental Multiplication Tricks support?

Mental Multiplication Tricks is available for iPhone and iPad. It is compatible with iPod devices as well.

### How often is Mental Multiplication Tricks updated?

The latest version, 3.0, was released on July 24, 2022. The app was originally released on September 23, 2013.

### What is the price of Mental Multiplication Tricks?

Mental Multiplication Tricks costs $0.99. This is a one-time purchase and does not involve subscriptions or in-app purchases.

### Does Mental Multiplication Tricks have ads?

No, Mental Multiplication Tricks does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers an ad-free experience.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 3.0 — 2022-07-24

Updated app icon. Removed usage of the obsolete UIWebView element.

### 2.0 — 2019-06-19

Fixed minor issues, adopted to last iOS version.

### 1.0 — 2013-09-23

No release notes.

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