Comparison

Math Connect vs Russell Word Search

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

Head to head
About

Math Connect

Features
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You love numbers, you want to train your brain with interesting maths. Math Connect: the game helps you do that by connecting mathematical operations: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, square root, erase digit, replace digit, inverse and many other operations. Features: - lots of interesting math - 4 worlds with different difficulty levels from beginner to expert - Share with friends to find answers - Use hint function if you encounter a difficult level. Try and enjoyed it

About

Russell Word Search

Enjoy a relaxing word search experience with large, clear letters and no time limits. Find words at your own pace with gentle hints available when needed. Perfect for unwinding and giving your mind a pleasant stretch.

Highlights
  • Big, easy-to-read letters
  • Tap or drag to find words
  • No timers or pressure
  • Calm and warm visual design
  • Gentle hints available
  • Fresh puzzles and seasonal boards
Features
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Word Search is the cozy, unhurried way to spend a few quiet minutes. Find the hidden words at your own pace. There are no timers, no scores to chase, and nothing flashing for your attention — just big, clear letters on a calm, warm board, and the quiet satisfaction of spotting each word. Tap any letter of a word to find it, or drag across it — whichever feels easier for you. If you ever get stuck, the next word gives a gentle glow after a few seconds, so you're never left staring. Every puzzle is winnable and every round ends on a happy note. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT • Big, easy-to-read letters — kind to your eyes • Tap or drag — find words the way that suits you • No timers, no pressure — play for one minute or twenty • A soft, warm look designed to feel calm, not busy • A gentle hint whenever you'd like one — always free • Fresh puzzles and seasonal boards added regularly Perfect with your morning coffee, on the couch in the evening, or any time you'd like to unwind and give your mind a pleasant little stretch. Free to play. If you'd like, a one-time "No Ads Ever" purchase removes all ads forever — no subscription. Made with care by Calm Games.

Screenshots

Math Connect3 screens
Russell Word Search4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Russell Word Search at daily against Math Connect's every 42 months. Math Connect's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Math Connect sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Russell Word Search sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Math Connect ships an update every 42 months, Russell Word Search daily. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Math Connect versus Russell Word Search: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMath ConnectRussell Word Search
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (46 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—46 — better
Update frequencyEvery 42 monthsDaily — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB189 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDong TranRussell Zaheer

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Math Connect

One-time5
  • 20 rubies$0.99
  • 50 rubies$1.99
  • 120 rubies$3.99
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  • 200 rubies$5.99
  • 500 rubies$11.99
1 purchases

Russell Word Search

One-time1
  • No Ads Ever$4.99

Questions

Is Math Connect free?
Math Connect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Russell Word Search free?
Russell Word Search is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Math Connect or Russell Word Search have ads?
Both Math Connect and Russell Word Search show ads.
Which is updated more often, Math Connect or Russell Word Search?
Math Connect ships an update every 42 months, and Russell Word Search daily. Most recently, Math Connect was updated on October 26, 2026 and Russell Word Search on November 1, 2026.

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