# Monster Math 2 vs Kindergarten Math Challenge

The clearest difference is rating: Kindergarten Math Challenge at 5.0 against Monster Math 2's 4.5. Kindergarten Math Challenge also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 63%). Monster Math 2's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (6.5K vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Monster Math 2 sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $59.99 per year and Kindergarten Math Challenge sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Kindergarten Math Challenge holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Monster Math 2 has 6.5K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Monster Math 2's written reviews are positive against 100% of Kindergarten Math Challenge's.

Monster Math 2 ships an update fortnightly, Kindergarten Math Challenge every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Monster Math 2 | Kindergarten Math Challenge |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (6.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-math-2-kids-math-game/id1025450732/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kindergarten-math-challenge/id1600614251/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6.5K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 63.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 181 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Makkajai Edu Tech Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/828715957) | [IT365 Solutions Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1531416759) |

## What reviewers say

### Monster Math 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-math-2-kids-math-game/id1025450732)

This app makes learning math skills fun for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. It covers a wide range of topics from basic geometry to fractions and decimals through an engaging adventure game. Detailed reports help parents track their child's progress and identify areas for improvement.

**Highlights:** Practice 67+ math skills, Geometry, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, Fractions and decimals, Engaging adventure storyline, Adaptive gameplay, Detailed progress reports, Aligned with Common Core standards

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Expert Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Genius Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Genius All-apps Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Makkajai Genius Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Unlock Full Version | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and educational
- 🚀 Engaging gameplay
- 💡 Customizable math practice
- 👍 Helps improve math skills
- 👍 Great for kids

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 💰 In-app purchases required to progress
- 🤑 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues
- Incompatibility with older devices
- Incorrect answers sometimes marked as correct

**Requested features**

- Free access to all levels
- More free content and features
- Ability to play with friends
- Better progression system


### Kindergarten Math Challenge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kindergarten-math-challenge/id1600614251)

Engaging math challenges designed for young learners. Offers step-by-step solutions and the ability to create and share score certificates. Compete with friends to achieve the highest scores.

**Highlights:** Fun math questions, Step-by-step solutions, Score certificate creation, Friend challenges, Progress tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove all Ads from Math K | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Monster Math 2 free?

Monster Math 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Kindergarten Math Challenge free?

Kindergarten Math Challenge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Monster Math 2 or Kindergarten Math Challenge?

Kindergarten Math Challenge is rated higher. Monster Math 2 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6.5K ratings, while Kindergarten Math Challenge averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Monster Math 2 or Kindergarten Math Challenge have ads?

Neither Monster Math 2 nor Kindergarten Math Challenge shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Monster Math 2 or Kindergarten Math Challenge?

Monster Math 2 ships an update fortnightly, and Kindergarten Math Challenge every 7 months. Most recently, Monster Math 2 was updated on November 6, 2026 and Kindergarten Math Challenge on November 3, 2026.

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