# Mouse Timer vs Matific

The clearest difference is rating: Matific at 4.7 against Mouse Timer's 4.3. Matific also leads on ratings volume (1.1K vs 79). Mouse Timer's advantage is review sentiment (79% vs 60%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mouse Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Matific sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Matific holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Matific has 1.1K ratings behind it against 79, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 79% of Mouse Timer's written reviews are positive against 60% of Matific's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Mouse Timer ships an update monthly, Matific every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mouse Timer | Matific |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (79 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mouse-timer/id1235452961/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matific-math-game/id1440019986/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 79 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **78.6% of reviews** | 60.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 59 MB | 218 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LITALICO Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/716482369) | [Matific](https://appshunter.io/developer/1355490218) |

## What reviewers say

### Mouse Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mouse-timer/id1235452961)

This app visualizes time with a cute mouse eating apples, making it easier for children to grasp time duration. It functions as both an educational tool and a regular timer for daily use, offering a distraction-free experience.

**Highlights:** Visualized time with a mouse character, Educational tool for children, Normal timer for daily life, Pause and resume functionality, Notifications when time is up, Customizable time choices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| White Mouse | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🐭 Cute and engaging visuals
- 👍 Easy to use for children
- ⏱️ Helps with time management
- 🍎 Visual representation of time passing
- 👨‍🏫 Useful for educational purposes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔇 No sound on iPhone (sometimes)
- ⏳ Limited preset time options
- 📱 App requires being open to run
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🚫 No child lock feature

**Reported bugs**

- No sound on iPhone
- Call sound plays twice
- Notification bug where it won't close
- Timer doesn't start if the app is closed immediately after pressing the button
- App crashes after iOS update

**Requested features**

- Customizable time settings
- More preset time options (e.g., 45, 50 minutes)
- Ability to set time in 5-minute increments
- Horizontal screen support
- Option to change mouse color/character


### Matific

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matific-math-game/id1440019986)

This app makes math learning engaging for children aged 4-12 through interactive games and personalized pathways. It covers a wide range of math skills aligned with school curricula, helping to boost academic outcomes in a fun, adventure-filled environment.

**Highlights:** Personalized learning pathways, Adaptive algorithm, Boosts math outcomes by 34%, School curriculum aligned (K-6), Gamified adventure world, Covers core math skills, In-depth parent reporting

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Access | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Access | $19.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Access | $19.99 | per month |
| 1 Year Access | $45.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Access | $78.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Access | $78.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and engaging learning experience
- 🚀 Helps kids learn math in an interactive way
- 💡 Variety of games and activities
- 👍 Good for school and home use
- 👍 Customizable avatars and characters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🐛 Logging in and account issues
- 🐛 Slow loading times and performance problems
- 🐛 Certain games and features not working as expected
- 🔍 Limited customization and personalization options

**Reported bugs**

- Arena mode not working properly
- Assigned work not registering as completed
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Login issues and accounts not saving properly
- Certain games and activities not loading or functioning

**Requested features**

- Offline mode or ability to work without internet
- More advanced math content and challenges
- Ability to choose specific lessons or activities
- Multiplayer or social features to play with friends
- Better reporting and progress tracking for parents/teachers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mouse Timer free?

Mouse Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Matific free?

Matific is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Mouse Timer or Matific?

Matific is rated higher. Mouse Timer averages 4.3 out of 5 from 79 ratings, while Matific averages 4.7 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Mouse Timer or Matific have ads?

Neither Mouse Timer nor Matific shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Mouse Timer or Matific?

Mouse Timer ships an update monthly, and Matific every 6 weeks. Most recently, Mouse Timer was updated on September 23, 2026 and Matific on September 24, 2026.

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