Comparison

Maphi vs Mental Math

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

Head to head
About

Maphi

This app offers an interactive way to learn and solve mathematical problems. Users can manipulate expressions directly on screen to discover solutions, with a step-by-step guide available for assistance. Gamification elements make the learning process engaging.

Highlights
  • Interactive expression manipulation
  • Touch, swipe, and drag controls
  • Step-by-step guidance
  • Gamification elements
  • Arithmetic, Variables, Fractions
  • Linear equations, Derivatives, Integrals
Features
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Maphi makes understanding math easier than ever before! You can touch, swipe, and drag mathematical expressions to find your very own solutions to challenging mathematical problems. You’ll soon realise: The best way to understand Math, is to do it yourself. And the best way to do it yourself is with Maphi! Among others, the free version allows the full use of the following chapters: - Arithmetic - Variables - Fractions - Distributive Law - Linear equations The pro version contains the additional chapters: - Rational equations with linear terms - Systems of linear equations - Powers - Derivatives - Integrals Maphi is based on an advanced computer algebra system that has been optimized for ease of use and touch control. If you get stuck a step-by-step guide can be activated for immediate assistance. The unique didactic approach and gamification elements make learning math an interesting and fun experience. See https://www.maphi.app/tos for our general terms and conditions.

About

Mental Math

Enhance your arithmetic abilities with this app, offering various training modes and challenges. Improve your speed and accuracy in calculations for better performance in exams and professional life.

Highlights
  • Basic arithmetic operations
  • Mixed level challenges
  • Unlimited training mode
  • Fast mode for increased difficulty
  • Customizable color schemes
  • Global high scores
Features
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Mental math skills are essential in all areas of life. No matter if you are at work or in an exam, good mental math skills will help you to succeed. This app will help you to improve your mental math skills and thereby, will help you to have better success in exams or at work. BASIC FEATURES • All basic arithmetic operations • Mixed levels with different arithmetic operations • Trainings modus for unlimited questions • Fast modus for an increase in difficulty • Choose the color scheme you like the most • Highscores which let you compete with the rest of the world IN-APP PURCHASES • More levels for more improvement • Better improvement with statistical indicators and charts • Analyse your improvement with the help of statistics • Squares • Square Roots • 2² = ? • Percentages • Analyse your improvement with the help of statistics • More beautiful color schemes • Pro version which includes all features SUBSCRIPTIONS • Mental Math Pro: Duration: one week (1.99 $ per week) • Mental Math Pro: 1 Month: Duration: one week (4.99 $ per month) • Mental Math Pro: 6 Month: Duration: 6 Month (29,99 $ for 6 month) • Mental Math Pro: 1 Year: Duration: one week (22.99 $ per year) • Payment is made via iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase • The subscription is renewed automatically, unless the automatic renewal is deactivated at least 24 hours before the end of the time • Account will be charged for a new period within the 24 hours prior to the expiration of the time for a renewal • Subscriptions can be managed by the user and auto-renewal can be turned off after purchasing in account settings • The subscription can not be canceled during the active subscription period • You can manage the subscription in your personal settings after purchasing your iTunes account. There you can also switch off the automatic extension. You will find the Terms Of Use on: https://www.kopfrechnentrainer.de/terms-of-use/ And the Privacy Policy on: https://www.kopfrechnentrainer.de/privacy/

Screenshots

Maphi4 screens
Mental Math4 screens

Verdict

The call

Maphi and Mental Math both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 93% of Maphi's written reviews are positive against 63% of Mental Math's. Maphi also leads on iOS requirement (10 vs 15.0). Mental Math's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Maphi sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and Mental Math sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Maphi against 4.6 for Mental Math. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 39 and 57 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 93% of Maphi's written reviews are positive against 63% of Mental Math's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Maphi ships an update fortnightly, Mental Math every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Maphi versus Mental Math: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMaphiMental Math
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (39 ratings) — better4.6 (57 ratings)
Positive reviews93.0% of reviews — better63.5% of reviews
Number of ratings3957 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEdutapps GmbHCoffee Bytes LDA

Customer experience

Maphi

All ratings38 ratings
Positive92.1%
Neutral2.6%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews43 reviews
Positive93.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.0%

Mental Math

All ratings57 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral5.3%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews52 reviews
Positive63.5%
Neutral11.5%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Maphi

Subscriptions3
  • Maphi Pro 1 Month$2.491 Month
  • Maphi Pro 6 Months$4.996 Months
  • Maphi Pro 12 Months$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • Maphi Pro Lifetime$8.99
10 purchases

Mental Math

Subscriptions4
  • Mental Math Pro: 1 Week$1.997 Days
  • Mental Math Pro: 1 Month3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Mental Math Pro: 1 Year3 Days trial$22.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • Mental Math Pro: 6 Month$29.996 Months
One-time6
  • Percents Intermediates$1.99
  • Percents Beginner$1.99
  • Survival Mode$1.99
Show 3 more
  • Statistics$2.99
  • Levels$2.99
  • Pro Version$3.99

Questions

Is Maphi free?
Maphi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mental Math free?
Mental Math is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Maphi or Mental Math?
Maphi is rated higher. Maphi averages 4.6 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Mental Math averages 4.6 from 57 ratings.
Do Maphi or Mental Math have ads?
Both Maphi and Mental Math show ads.
Which is updated more often, Maphi or Mental Math?
Maphi ships an update fortnightly, and Mental Math every 3 days. Most recently, Maphi was updated on October 7, 2026 and Mental Math on October 12, 2026.

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