iMatte vs Equation Genius
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iMatte
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iMatte allows you to practise the basic Algebra operators: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Multiple difficulty levels make it easy to select a challenge that suits you. The free version allows you to practise addition. The full version adds subtraction, multiplication and division, Game Mode and high score chart. Game mode enables you to compete against the clock with increasing level of difficulty as your score increases.
Equation Genius
Sharpen your algebra skills with auto-generated math problems. Solve equations quickly to beat the clock and improve your score. Compete globally or challenge friends in multiplayer mode.
- Auto-generated algebra equations
- Whole number solutions
- Gradual difficulty progression
- Multiplayer mode
- Practice mode without timer
- Global leaderboards
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Equation Genius is an equation game where you solve algebra-style math puzzles, compete for faster times, and progress through increasingly challenging equations. Every equation is automatically generated, and all solutions are whole integers. Play Mode tests how far you can progress as new equation patterns and richer structures are introduced level by level. Improve your speed and accuracy, beat your personal best, and compete on the Game Center leaderboard. Take on the Daily Challenge with a new equation every day. Solve it using your limited attempts, earn points based on your performance, build your streak, and compete for your position in the seasonal Game Center leaderboard. The leaderboard resets each month, giving everyone a fresh chance to climb the rankings. Share equations with friends using a link and see how quickly they can solve them. Practice Mode lets you master individual levels and improve your personal best, while Multiplayer Mode lets you compete through Quick Match, challenge a friend using a room code, or practice against AI. Key Features: • Play Mode — progress through levels and compete on the Game Center leaderboard • Daily Challenge — a new equation every day with seasonal Game Center rankings • Monthly leaderboard resets give everyone a fresh chance to climb • Daily streaks for consecutive successful challenges • Practice Mode — master individual levels and improve personal bests • Share equations with friends through playable links • Auto-generated algebra-style equations with gradual difficulty progression • All answers are whole numbers — no decimals or fractions • New equation types and structures at higher levels • Some advanced equations may have more than one valid solution • Time-based scoring that rewards faster solutions • Quick Match — compete against random players online • Play with Friend — invite someone using a room code • Play against AI without affecting your stats
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Equation Genius at every 5 days against iMatte's every 3 weeks. iMatte's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). 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
Both are free to download. iMatte sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Equation Genius sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
iMatte ships an update every 3 weeks, Equation Genius every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iMatte | Equation Genius |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | John Lennart Ahlinder | ShaboTech |
In-app purchases
iMatte
- Unlock All Features$0.99
Equation Genius
- Multiplayer Unlock$3.99
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