Comparison

Talking_Times_Table vs Montessori Cursive Writing

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

Head to head
About

Talking_Times_Table

This app helps children learn multiplication tables through interactive vocal exercises. It offers personalized study and testing modes, tracks progress with detailed statistics, and supports multiple user accounts.

Highlights
  • Speech recognition for vocal answers
  • Text-to-speech for vocal questions
  • Study and test modes
  • Progress tracking and statistics
  • Multi-user support
  • Customizable difficulty levels
Features
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6 times 8 is 48, 9 times 7 is 63, ... Listen and answer to the question. And repeat, repeat, repeat... The oldest and more effective way to learn times table is now available on iPhone and iPad. Talking Times table uses the options given by iPhone and iPad to ask questions vocally and listen to the answers: learning times table has never been so fun! Thanks to the vocal interaction your kids will quickly learn times table comfortably lying on the sofa or in the car while going to school! The app will be their own personal trainer: first it explains and then asks questions. They just need to listen to the questions and answer. The app will count mistakes in order to ask the less know times table more frequently: this way the kids will remember easily and fast even the most difficult times tables. The app consists of two main sections, study and test: • Within the study section the kid can choose the times table he would like to practice, from two to ten. In this mode the app tells the operations of the selected times table following an order, first ascendent and then random. A figure shows the the operation and helps the kid to understand and better remember the result. • Inside the test section the kid can select the level of difficulty of the questions that can be tested randomly in all times table from one to ten. The app remembers the mistakes of the test session and will ask those operations at the end so to reenforce the learning. The apps tries to ask the least requested times table and those where the kid made more mistakes more frequently. The app retails detailed statistics with all the information about the study progress. It is possible to configure multiple user accounts and the statistics are exclusive to every user. Features: • Speech recognition: the kid can answer with his voice to the questions. This way the interaction with the app is natural and spontaneous; • Text to speech: the app reads the questions simplifying the interaction. For the kid it will look like answering to mom or dad; • Multi-user: you can to create multiple users to get a personalized test plan for each user; • Statistics: each user can see his own statistics to check his progress. Statistics can be sorted by operation, by number of times it has been asked, by number of right answers and number of wrong answers, both in ascending and descending order; • Multi-language: you can choose English, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and Polish. Attention: enabling speech recognition requires that when the app starts you accept the Speech recognition and the Microphone access authorization. We suggest to help the kid during this process following the instruction provided by the app at first start.

About

Montessori Cursive Writing

Features
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Master the art of writing through a century of proven pedagogy. In a world of generic tracing apps, Montessori Cursive Writing offers a scientifically backed, distraction-free environment for children ages 3–7. Developed in collaboration with certified Montessori guides, our app transforms letter tracing into a sensory journey that connects movement, sound, and logic. Why Cursive First? Unlike most apps that focus on print, we prioritize Cursive Writing. Why? Because cursive is proven to be more natural for a child's fluid hand movements, reduces letter reversals (like b/d), and builds stronger brain connections for literacy. • The Science Behind Our Method:The "Dirt, Grass, Sky" Method: We use the intuitive 3-line visualization to help children understand letter heights and placements—grounding their handwriting in a clear, visual structure. • Optimal Learning Sequences: Letters aren't taught in alphabetical order. We follow expert-studied phonetic sequences tailored for each language to ensure your child builds confidence through the most effective progression. • Authentic Phonics Audio: Hear high-quality, native-speaker phonics (not just letter names). This scientific approach strengthens the link between the written symbol and the spoken sound. • Multi-Language Support: Switch between British English, American English, Italian, and German—each with high-fidelity audio recorded by native speakers. Key Features: • Tactile & Sensory: Guided finger-tracing that replicates the "Sandpaper Letter" experience. • Progressive Growth: Move seamlessly from individual letter mastery to building complete words. • Focus-First Design: Zero "wrong answer" buzzers, zero high-scores, and zero flashing lights. We offer a calm, quiet space for deep concentration. • Parent Peace of Mind: 100% Ad-Free and offline-ready. Completely free to download and use. • Built With Experts: Every detail has been shaped in collaboration with certified Montessori guides to stay true to the method. • A Global Standard:Whether you are homeschooling, supplementing a classroom education, or looking for a screen-time option you can feel good about, give your child a tool rooted in over 100 years of proven practice. Download Montessori Cursive Writing today and watch your child's penmanship flourish.

Screenshots

Talking_Times_Table4 screens
Montessori Cursive Writing3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Montessori Cursive Writing at Free against Talking_Times_Table's $0.99. Talking_Times_Table's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Montessori Cursive Writing is free to download; Talking_Times_Table costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Talking_Times_Table versus Montessori Cursive Writing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTalking_Times_TableMontessori Cursive Writing
Price$0.99Free — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDigital TapsChristian Montessori

In-app purchases

None

Talking_Times_Table

No in-app purchases

None

Montessori Cursive Writing

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Talking_Times_Table free?
Talking_Times_Table costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Montessori Cursive Writing free?
Montessori Cursive Writing is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Talking_Times_Table or Montessori Cursive Writing have ads?
Neither Talking_Times_Table nor Montessori Cursive Writing shows ads.

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