MathLearner vs MathGate
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MathLearner
This app helps children and students learn and practice basic math operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. It offers structured learning levels and timed tests to improve calculation skills and build confidence.
- Learn basic math operations
- Practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
- Study through progressive levels
- Timed test mode
- Customizable test creation
- Difficulty level settings
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Math Learner — Free Basic Math Practice for Kids & Students Best basic math learning app with a simple, proven approach. Help kids and students build confidence with addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division — no subscriptions, all levels free. Why Math Learner? Free for your kids and students Learn and practice core math skills step by step No subscriptions — everything included Track progress with statistics for each operation Fun, focused practice without clutter Two ways to practice 1) Learn mode (Practice) Work through levels at your own pace. Each level has 30 questions; difficulty increases as you progress. Choose how you answer: Multiple choice — pick the correct answer from four options Type your answer — use the on-screen keypad (set in Settings) Earn streaks, combo bonuses, and speed bonuses as you improve. The home screen shows your streak, today’s accuracy, and daily goal. 2) Test mode (Timed challenge) Answer before the timer runs out. Questions match your completed learn levels and difficulty setting. Use multiple choice or typed answers — your choice in Settings. Difficulty levels (Settings) Beginner Average Expert Test types Auto test — timed questions based on your level and difficulty Custom test — build your own mix of operators (+, −, ×, ÷); no time limit More features Statistics — see performance per operator, including a 7-day accuracy chart Question history — review past attempts Themes — Ocean, Sunset, Forest, and Night Share — invite friends and family to try Math Learner Sound & timing — adjustable in Settings First-run tips — quick onboarding for new users Sample questions 4 + 60 = ? 60 − 20 = ? 58 ÷ 2 = ? 40 × 9 = ? Math Learner helps reduce reliance on calculators for simple math and makes practice engaging for kids. Parents and teachers can use it to teach addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in a clear, structured way that helps to learn math. We’d love your feedback — send suggestions and we’ll consider them for future updates.
MathGate
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Lock the apps your kids love until the math is done. MathGate puts Apple's Screen Time shield over the apps you choose. Your child solves a short streak of math problems to earn a timed unlock, then the lock comes back on its own. One purchase, no subscription, no account, nothing to manage after setup. WHY PARENTS PICK MATHGATE • Set it once and forget it. The shield re-locks automatically when earned time runs out. • Pay $4.99 one time for Lifetime Unlock. No monthly fees, ever. Family Sharing supported. • No account, no sign-in, no data leaves the device. • Built on Apple's Screen Time technology, so the lock holds even if MathGate is closed or force quit. • No nagging and no timers to police. Screen time has to be earned. REAL MATH PRACTICE, A FEW MINUTES AT A TIME • Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division • Times tables, math facts, and mental math • Difficulty by grade level, from early elementary through middle school • Every unlock is a mini practice session, so idle screen time turns into daily review HOW IT WORKS 1. Create a parent PIN and pick the apps or categories to lock 2. Choose the problem types, difficulty, and how many correct answers in a row it takes 3. Your child solves the streak and earns a set amount of screen time 4. When time is up the shield returns and the next unlock takes another round of math FREE AND LIFETIME The free version locks up to 3 apps with every problem type and difficulty, so you can try the full loop before you buy. Lifetime Unlock is a single $4.99 purchase that opens unlimited apps, whole categories and Block Everything, for every device in your family. A screen time app blocker and a math tutor in one. Works on iPhone and iPad. Requires Screen Time to be enabled on the child's device.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MathLearner at none against MathGate's 1. MathGate's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. MathGate sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MathLearner asks for nothing beyond the download.
MathLearner ships an update every 2 months, MathGate fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MathLearner | MathGate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (122 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 62.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 122 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aman Aggarwal | Eric Fortuna |
In-app purchases
MathLearner
No in-app purchases
MathGate
- Lifetime Unlock$4.99
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