Comparison

Write Math vs Math Hero

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Write Math

This app uses handwriting recognition to teach basic math skills. Practice addition with digital flashcards or test your speed with timed challenges. Unlock subtraction, multiplication, and division through in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • Handwriting recognition for answers
  • Digital flashcards for practice
  • Timed speed tests
  • Instant feedback
  • Addition practice included
  • Subtraction, multiplication, division via IAP
Features
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** Flash Cards that talk! ** You write the answers! ** The only math learning app on the app store that talks and reads your handwriting Practice your basic addition skills to improve your speed and accuracy! While most math learning apps utilize calculator-like, multiple choice answer selection, Write Math leverages state-of-the-art machine learning algorithms that allow you to simply write your answer using your favorite finger or stylus in your own handwriting. Write Math is a fun tool for teaching children basic mathematic skills as well as helping adults to maintain their mental muster. Features 2 modes: - practice mode that which acts as digital flash cards to help children advance their math skills through repetition with instant feedback. - speed test that challenges the students to see how quickly they can answer a set of math problems. *This free version of the Write Math includes unlimited access to addition. *Access to subtraction, multiplication and division is available through in-app purchase.

About

Math Hero

This free brain-training app offers daily math exercises for all ages and skill levels. It makes practicing arithmetic simple and enjoyable, helping users improve focus, reaction time, and problem-solving skills.

Highlights
  • Stress-free learning for all ages
  • Improves focus, reaction time, and problem-solving
  • Customizable operations and difficulty modes
  • Progress tracking and motivation features
  • Completely free and unlocked
Features
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Daily math exercises for everyone! Meet Math Hero, the brain-training app designed for all ages and skill levels. Whether you struggle with basic math, want to keep your mind sharp, or enjoy a quick mental challenge, Math Hero makes practicing simple, motivating, and enjoyable. Why Math Hero? • Stress-free learning: Even if math feels intimidating, Math Hero turns learning math into a fun game. Start with addition and subtraction, then progress at your own pace. Perfect for students who need extra support. • Challenge your mind: Adults can improve focus, reaction time, and problem-solving skills. Seniors can keep their brains active with daily math exercises. Everyone benefits. • Flexible and customizable: Choose addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, or all four operations. Play easy, medium, or hard modes. • Track progress and stay motivated: Every correct answer pushes your brain further. Download Math Hero now and make mental math a daily habit—boost focus, improve speed, and enjoy a sharper mind, no matter your age or skill level! Terms Of Service: https://www.lumieresoftware.com/terms-of-service

Screenshots

Write Math4 screens
Math Hero4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Write Math at none against Math Hero's shown. Write Math also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (7.1 vs 15.0). Math Hero's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Write Math against 5.0 for Math Hero. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Write Math ships an update every 3 weeks, Math Hero every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Write Math versus Math Hero: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWrite MathMath Hero
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGeeker Joy, LLCLumiere Games

Customer experience

Write Math

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Math Hero

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Write Math

No in-app purchases

None

Math Hero

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Write Math free?
Write Math is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Math Hero free?
Math Hero is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Write Math or Math Hero?
Write Math and Math Hero are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Write Math or Math Hero have ads?
Math Hero shows ads; Write Math does not.
Which is updated more often, Write Math or Math Hero?
Write Math ships an update every 3 weeks, and Math Hero every 3 months. Most recently, Write Math was updated on September 12, 2026 and Math Hero on September 25, 2026.

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