# Sumdog

> Personalized adaptive learning games for math and spelling practice for children. (iPhone/iPad app by Sumdog Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sumdog/id1145809959 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sumdog Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/644331332)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 1,553 App Store ratings · 353 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 132 MB
- Languages: British English, Welsh
- Released: 2016-09-09
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sumdog/id1145809959/reviews.md

## What is Sumdog?

Make learning fun with Sumdog!

Sumdog delivers highly engaging personalized practice for math and spelling, both in-school and at home. Suitable for children aged 5-14, our adaptive learning games and online rewards motivate children to learn and encourages regular practice. 

When children first use Sumdog, we run a short diagnostic test to provide a snapshot of their learning and areas for development. Our adaptive learning engine then uses the outcomes of the diagnostic to ensure each child’s starting point on Sumdog is at the right level. From this point, our sophisticated adaptive algorithms create a personalized learning journey based for each child based on their progress.

 - Over 30 engaging single and multiplayer games
 - Thousands of standards-aligned questions designed to consolidate and extend in-class learning
 - Virtual coin rewards to motivate children to learn
 - A 3D avatar, house and garden for children to personalize

“I never thought an online program could do so much in such short bursts of time.” D. Hendershot, West Elementary, Kansas, US. 

Account set-up
If your child has an account from school:
Your child can log in with their details from their school. They’ll then be able to access any work that has been set by their teachers.

If your child does not have an account from school:
In the Sumdog app, parents can purchase a family plan covering up to 3 children. Once you’ve done this, you’ll create logins for your child to use the app. This gives them access to Sumdog’s games, and thousands of math, spelling and grammar questions.

Subscription details:
Your subscription starts with a free trial period and then changes to a subscription from $8.99 per month. No commitment period. Download the app and get started today!

The amount will be deducted automatically every month via your Apple account. As long as the "Automatic renewal" feature is not disabled via the Apple account settings on your device, the subscription will automatically renew every month no later than 24 hours before your subscription period expires.

Sumdog Terms: https://learn.sumdog.com/en-us/about-us/terms-of-use
Sumdog Privacy: https://learn.sumdog.com/en-us/about-us/privacy-policy

## Key features

- Personalized adaptive learning
- Engaging single and multiplayer games
- Thousands of standards-aligned questions
- Virtual coin rewards system
- 3D avatar and house personalization
- Diagnostic assessment

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Family Membership | $8.99 | per month |


## What do users think of Sumdog?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎮 Fun and engaging games
- 🏆 Competitive leaderboards
- 🏠 Customizable avatar and house
- 📚 Helps with learning math, spelling, and grammar
- 🏫 Useful for schools and teachers

**Cons**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 🕰️ Slow loading times
- 🔒 Limited access to premium features without subscription
- 🤖 Weird or unappealing 3D character models
- 🔍 Lack of instructions for some games

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Flower Defenders game not working properly
- Goalz game not registering shots correctly
- Sudden logout issues
- Incompatibility with certain devices or browsers

**Most requested features**

- Add more free games
- Bring back old 2D games
- Allow interaction with house and garden items
- Improve multiplayer functionality
- Add more customization options for avatar and house

## Recent user reviews (10 of 353)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sumdog/id1145809959/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Can’t update

*2026-08-12, version 92.0.0*

Not letting me update

### 2/5 — Great app for learning but keeps taking payment when subscription was cancelled

*2026-07-09, version 91.1.0*

My children enjoyed the app to reinforce their learning. The tasks and games make learning fun. 

But I put in a request months ago (the beginning of the year) to cancel my subscription as it’s no longer required. But still they are trying to take payment from my account which is very concerning. I can only come to the conclusion they have ignored my request to cancel my subscription which doesn’t feel me with trust and will put me off using the app in the future or recommend it

### 1/5 — bad

*2026-06-28, version 91.1.0*

Need more games

### 3/5 — It’s great but…

*2026-06-27, version 91.1.0*

Don’t get me wrong sumdog is a great app but hear me out I’ve had to deal with it for 7+ years and I’m getting quite sick of it and guys the avatar items are bad you should fix that, but other than that it’s good.

### 5/5 — Sumdog is awesome 🤩

*2026-06-23, version 91.1.0*

So think about all of the things you can do in sumdog its like real life

### 5/5 — BEST GAME EVA

*2026-06-21, version 91.1.0*

Played this the whole way through yr 1 to year 11 helps sooooo much with learning

### 1/5 — NEEDS MORE UPDTSSSSS

*2026-06-18, version 91.1.0*

I USE THIS GAME IN SCHOOL AND WHAT’S THE FREAKING POINT OF HAVING FRIENDS? IF YOU CAN’T GO IN EACH OTHER’S HOUSE OR GARDENS? THIS GAME SUCKS AND IT ALSO NEEDS MORE MINI GAMES AND I THINK THERE SHOULD BE MORE LEVELS AND MORE CUTER ANIMALS BECAUSE THE ANIMALS LOOK DISGUSTING OH MY GAHHH

### 3/5 — Not bad…

*2026-06-11, version 91.1.0*

It’s fun but remove the thing where if you rush you have to answer 15 questions without gameplay

### 1/5 — 1/5

*2026-06-09, version 91.1.0*

made me do so many take your time games even though I got more than 55%! Made me rage. 0/10 if I could. Do not recommend.

### 4/5 — LOVEEE ITTT

*2026-06-05, version 91.1.0*

But what is Emily d friend code she is in p3 mr Anderson dekehead
Sincerely blueberry

## Frequently asked questions about Sumdog

### What does Sumdog do?

Sumdog provides personalized math and spelling practice for children aged 5-14 through engaging games. It uses a diagnostic test to identify learning needs and an adaptive engine to create a tailored learning journey. The app aims to make learning fun and encourage regular practice both in school and at home.

### What are the key features of Sumdog?

Key features include over 30 engaging single and multiplayer games, thousands of standards-aligned questions for math and spelling, a virtual coin reward system to motivate children, and the ability to personalize a 3D avatar, house, and garden. It also offers a diagnostic test and adaptive learning algorithms.

### How much does Sumdog cost?

Sumdog offers a free trial period, after which it converts to a subscription starting at $8.99 per month. Parents can purchase a family plan for up to three children. The subscription automatically renews monthly unless disabled in Apple account settings.

### What age range is Sumdog for?

Sumdog is suitable for children aged 5-14. The app's adaptive learning technology ensures that the practice is tailored to each child's individual learning level and areas for development.

### Can my child use Sumdog if they have an account from school?

Yes, if your child has an account from school, they can log in with their school details. This will allow them to access any work that has been assigned by their teachers within the Sumdog platform.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 92.0.0 — 2026-07-29

This version includes a new ‘Progress’ section so you can see which skills you’ve completed or improved!

As always, we are continually making improvements to the Sumdog app. To make sure you don't miss out, just keep your Updates turned on.

### 91.1.0 — 2026-05-01

As always, we are always making changes and improvements to Sumdog. This version adds support for internationalization and includes a few minor fixes in this area. To make sure you don't miss out, just keep your Updates turned on.

### 91.0.0 — 2026-04-29

As always, we are always making changes and improvements to Sumdog. This version adds support for internationalization. To make sure you don't miss out, just keep your Updates turned on.

### 90.1.0 — 2025-12-23

This version includes an exciting new Minigolf game and badge! We’ve also made it easier to see your progress as you complete skills and tasks.

As always, we are always making changes and improvements to Sumdog. To make sure you don’t miss out, just keep your Updates turned on.

### 90.0.0 — 2025-12-11

Come fly with us when you get a right answer - play the new Balloon Ride game!

As always, we are always making changes and improvements to Sumdog. To make sure you don't miss out, just keep your Updates turned on.

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