# Space Pig Math vs MathTango

The clearest difference is monetization model: Space Pig Math at free with in-app purchases against MathTango's subscription. Space Pig Math also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). MathTango's advantage is ratings volume (4.3K vs 965). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Space Pig Math sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and MathTango sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Space Pig Math against 4.6 for MathTango. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 965 and 4.3K respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 75% and 76% positive.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Space Pig Math | MathTango |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (965 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-pig-math/id1025270711/reviews) | **[4.6 (4.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathtango-math-games-for-kids/id6475483877/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 965 | **4.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | **75.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 70 MB | 884 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gregory Mayer](https://appshunter.io/developer/981018192) | [Piknik](https://appshunter.io/developer/640702079) |

## What reviewers say

### Space Pig Math

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-pig-math/id1025270711)

Practice multiplication facts through an engaging arcade-style game. Blast asteroids and aliens, earn powerups, and enjoy satisfying visual and audio feedback. Offers multiple modes for learning and challenging your times table skills.

**Highlights:** Times tables practice up to 12x12, Action-packed asteroid and alien blasting, Retro-inspired visuals and sound, Four unique game modes (Review, Puzzle, Free-For-All, Challenge), Rewards for correct, consecutive, and quick answers, Powerups from rescued friends

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Full Game | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and engaging
- 🚀 Helps learn multiplication quickly
- 💡 Arcade-style gameplay
- 👍 Visually appealing
- 👍 Keeps kids entertained

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 💰 Requires in-app purchases
- 🤔 Some find it boring
- 🤔 Doesn't teach math in a traditional way

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect charge amount for in-app purchases
- Asteroids counted as wrong answers

**Requested features**

- More levels and times tables
- Option to remove aliens/enemies
- Progress tracking for parents/teachers


### MathTango

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathtango-math-games-for-kids/id6475483877)

This app offers hundreds of engaging math games for children aged 5-10+, covering addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Kids progress through playful challenges, collect rewards, and build confidence in math skills. It features a customized curriculum and adaptive learning.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of math games for addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, Customized, age-appropriate lesson plan wizard, Adaptive learning based on Common Core curriculum, Playful worlds and missions for engagement, Multiple user profiles for family use, Offline play without WiFi

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MathTango Plan | $7.99 | per month |
| Piknik Unlimited Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Piknik Unlimited Plan | $14.99 | per month |
| Piknik Unlimited Plan | $14.99 | per month |
| Piknik Unlimited Plan | $14.99 | per month |
| Piknik Unlimited Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| Piknik Unlimited Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| Piknik Unlimited Plan | $79.99 | per year |
| Piknik Unlimited Plan | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💙 Love it
- 🤍 Fun and enjoyable
- 👍 Great learning game
- 🎨 Lovely graphics
- 🧠 Helps with math skills

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔄 Reactive missions
- 💸 High in-game prices
- 🔒 Lost access to previous version
- 🚫 Subscription issues

**Reported bugs**

- Progress and purchases not carrying over to new version
- Inability to log in to paid account on new device
- Accidental purchases cannot be refunded

**Requested features**

- Update the game to be more like the original MathTango
- Change the name to MathTango and the icon to Isacc
- Add more features and updates to continue playing puzzles
- Remove the daily puzzle limit


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Space Pig Math free?

Space Pig Math is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MathTango free?

MathTango is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Space Pig Math or MathTango?

MathTango is rated higher. Space Pig Math averages 4.6 out of 5 from 965 ratings, while MathTango averages 4.6 from 4.3K ratings.

### Do Space Pig Math or MathTango have ads?

Neither Space Pig Math nor MathTango shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Space Pig Math or MathTango?

Space Pig Math ships an update every 2 months, and MathTango every 2 months. Most recently, Space Pig Math was updated on November 1, 2026 and MathTango on November 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*