Comparison

Fractions, by MLC vs Frax Student

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

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About

Fractions, by MLC

This app helps students visualize, compare, and perform operations with fractions using interactive bar or circle models. It allows for detailed representation of fractions with customizable denominators and parts, aiding in understanding mathematical concepts.

Highlights
  • Interactive bar and circle fraction models
  • Customizable denominators (1-100)
  • Fraction comparison and equivalence
  • Add, subtract, multiply, divide fractions
  • Explore fractions, percents, and decimals
  • Annotation and drawing tools
  • Save and share work
Features
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Fractions lets students use a bar or circle to represent, compare, and perform operations with fractions with denominators from 1 to 100. Choose the fraction model and number of equal parts. Use a color to select specific parts to show a fraction of the whole. Reveal or hide numeric labels as needed. Superimpose fractions upon each other to compare fractions or see equal parts. FEATURES • Use a bar or circle as the whole. • Divide each whole into anywhere from 1 to 100 equal parts. • Compare fractions and represent equivalent fractions. • Add, subtract, multiply, and divide with fractions. • Explore the relationship between fractions, percents, and decimals. • Select the size of the whole and the number of equal parts. • Hide and reveal fraction labels. • Hide and reveal work with resizable covers to create your own problems and model strategies. • Use the drawing tools to annotate work and show understanding. • Add equations, expressions, and descriptions with the math text and writing tools. • Share your work by saving an image or providing a share code to others. ABOUT US This resource is brought to you by The Math Learning Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to K-12 education since 1976. Our mission is to inspire and enable individuals to discover and develop their mathematical confidence and ability. www.mathlearningcenter.org This app was crafted by Clarity Innovations. We help improve teaching and learning by creating solutions that match promising technologies with the needs of education. Visit us: www.clarity-innovations.com

About

Frax Student

This educational game makes learning fractions engaging for students in grades 3 and up. Through story-driven challenges and rewards, it helps build confidence and understanding of fraction concepts. It's designed to be fun and effective, with a focus on overcoming common misconceptions.

Highlights
  • Game-based fraction challenges
  • Personalized instruction
  • Motivating rewards system
  • Story-driven math games
  • Builds confidence in math
  • Addresses misconceptions
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ExploreLearning Frax is a more effective, more fun way to learn fractions for students in grades 3+. Game-based challenges, personalized instruction, and motivating rewards help students build their skills and understanding – all while exploring the galaxy with fractions! Frax is available on the iPad to students at subscribing schools. Just log in to get started (Internet connection required). Frax helps students: • Master fractions skills and understanding through fun, story-driven math games and practice • Feel motivated and confident about math as they earn rewards for effort and progress • Use proven learning methods that erase fundamental fractions misconceptions and build a platform for future success

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Frax Student at 100% against Fractions, by MLC's 54%. Frax Student also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.8) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.4). On price, ratings volume, ads 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

Frax Student holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 23 and 33 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of Fractions, by MLC's written reviews are positive against 100% of Frax Student's.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Fractions, by MLC versus Frax Student: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFractions, by MLCFrax Student
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (23 ratings)4.6 (33 ratings) — better
Positive reviews53.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2333 — better
Update frequencyEvery 18 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPadiPad
Requires iOS15.411.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe Math Learning CenterExploreLearning

Customer experience

Fractions, by MLC

All ratings23 ratings
Positive73.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.1%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive53.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative46.2%

Frax Student

All ratings20 ratings
Positive95.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Fractions, by MLC

No in-app purchases

None

Frax Student

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fractions, by MLC free?
Fractions, by MLC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Frax Student free?
Frax Student is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Fractions, by MLC or Frax Student?
Frax Student is rated higher. Fractions, by MLC averages 3.8 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Frax Student averages 4.6 from 33 ratings.
Do Fractions, by MLC or Frax Student have ads?
Neither Fractions, by MLC nor Frax Student shows ads.

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