Comparison

Math Racing 2 vs Math Ascension

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

Head to head
About

Math Racing 2

Engage in a thrilling 3D racing game where solving math problems fuels your speed. Master addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with progressive difficulty. Unlock new cars, tracks, and math challenges through in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • Solve math problems for speed boosts
  • Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division
  • Progressive difficulty
  • Unlockable cars and tracks
  • Arcade-style racing action
  • No ads
Features
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Math Racing 2 is the fastest way to learn math in the app store! In this crazy 3D racing game, you get a speed boost for every math problem you solve! Do the math! * Addition * Subtraction * Multiplication * Division * Progressive Difficulty Option Extra Credit! * NO Ads! * 13 Cool Cars * Universal App * Achievements * Two awesome ways to play * Arcade-style Racing Action * Awesome Graphics, Sounds, and Music In-App Purchase! * Unlock All Cars * Unlock All Tracks * Unlock All Math Be sure to rate and review Math Racing 2! Your ratings and reviews keep us charged! http://www.facebook.com/potg.apps http://potgapps.org

About

Math Ascension

This game helps children aged 7-12 master multiplication tables and mental math through an engaging, story-driven video game experience. It features adaptive difficulty, visual learning methods, and customizable characters, making learning fun and effective. The game is designed with a clear end goal and encourages healthy playtime habits.

Highlights
  • Master multiplication tables 2-12
  • Adaptive practice adjusts to child's level
  • Visual learning with blocks and representations
  • Engaging story and character customization
  • Progress tracking for parents and students
  • Quick duels and arena challenges
Features
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Math Ascension helps ages 7–12 master times tables (2–12) and mental math through play. Already used in classrooms by 11,000+ students worldwide. The difficulty adapts to each child, and progress is easy to track. No ads. Learn effectively (and stress-free) • Times tables 2–12 + mental math, with a visual, hands-on method (blocks, representations). • Adaptive practice: the game focuses more on the tables that need work, while mixing in easier items to keep motivation high. • Visible progress: see improvement over time and what to practice next. A real video game, not just drills • Quick duels: build your tower and use bonuses that evolve and grow stronger. • Unlock outfits and customize your style. • Face opponents with unique powers and progress through the arena. The story Your child plays as Mathilda in the arena of “Calculisée”. Turned into robots by the villain Rob, Mathilda and her brother set out to find him and regain their original appearance. Kid-friendly • No ads • No violent content • No in-app purchases required to progress (optional one-time unlock to access the full version) • Daily play time limit (adjustable by parents, even in the free version) Recommended age: 7–12 (may suit younger or older depending on level). Math Ascension at school A dedicated school version is available: no installation, runs in the browser, with a dashboard to set up and track learning. More info: https://math-ascension.com Our philosophy: We made Math Ascension to set an example for other video games; our game benefits children, has a definite end (when the child has mastered their multiplication tables), and does not push them to over-consume the game. Also, so that you can try out the game yourself, we decided to make Math Ascension available for free. Most of the content can be accessed without having to pay for the full version. Feel free to leave a review for Math Ascension, and if you have any questions, contact us at math-ascension@pestorosso.com. Privacy policy: https://pestorosso.com/en/math-ascension-privacy Terms & conditions: https://pestorosso.com/en/math-ascension-terms

Screenshots

Math Racing 24 screens
Math Ascension4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Math Ascension at 4.9 against Math Racing 2's 4.5. Math Ascension also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and review sentiment (100% vs 78%). Math Racing 2's advantage is ratings volume (1.6K vs 24) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Math Racing 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Math Ascension sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Math Ascension holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Math Racing 2 has 1.6K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Math Racing 2's written reviews are positive against 100% of Math Ascension's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Math Racing 2 ships an update every 5 months, Math Ascension every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Math Racing 2 versus Math Ascension: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMath Racing 2Math Ascension
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.6K ratings)4.9 (24 ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.6K — better24
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size399 MB92 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPants on the Ground Apps LLCPestorosso Games

Customer experience

Math Racing 2

All ratings1,502 ratings
Positive86.1%
Neutral5.7%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral2.8%
Negative19.4%

Math Ascension

All ratings24 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Math Racing 2

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • POV issues causing problems during races
  • Math problems not displaying correctly

Requested features

3 requests
  • Multiplayer mode to play with friends
  • More car customization options
  • Expanded levels and maps

Math Ascension

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Math Racing 2

One-time10
  • Unlock All Math$0.99
  • Desert Circuit$0.99
  • Moon Circuit$0.99
Show 7 more
  • Snow Circuit$0.99
  • Jackrabbit$0.99
  • Bad Attitude$0.99
  • Racer X$0.99
  • The Rocket$0.99
  • Unlock All Tracks$0.99
  • Unlock All Cars$0.99
5 purchases

Math Ascension

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly subscription$4.001 Month
  • Annual subscription$26.001 Year
One-time3
  • 7-day Trial - 2nd chanceFree
  • 7-day TrialFree
  • One-time Purchase$30.00

Questions

Is Math Racing 2 free?
Math Racing 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Math Ascension free?
Math Ascension is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Math Racing 2 or Math Ascension?
Math Ascension is rated higher. Math Racing 2 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Math Ascension averages 4.9 from 24 ratings.
Do Math Racing 2 or Math Ascension have ads?
Neither Math Racing 2 nor Math Ascension shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Math Racing 2 or Math Ascension?
Math Racing 2 ships an update every 5 months, and Math Ascension every 3 weeks. Most recently, Math Racing 2 was updated on November 2, 2026 and Math Ascension on November 3, 2026.

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