# Math Timer vs Math Master

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Math Master at 45% against Math Timer's 0%. Math Master also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 18 months) and rating (4.2 vs 3.9). Math Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Math Timer sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Math Master sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Math Master holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Math Master has 321 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Math Timer's written reviews are positive against 45% of Math Master's.

Math Timer ships an update every 18 months, Math Master every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Math Timer | Math Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-timer/id1377905536/reviews) | **[4.2 (321 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-master-4th-grade-fun/id6447770548/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **321** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **45.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Arlo Leach](https://appshunter.io/developer/353281976) | [Smart Kidz Club Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/947115810) |

## What reviewers say

### Math Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-timer/id1377905536)

This app helps parents track their children's math fact practice. It allows for customized difficulty levels, timed tests, and detailed progress reports, with answers entered via a number pad for better engagement.

**Highlights:** Customizable difficulty profiles, Timed math tests, Detailed progress reports, Number pad answer input, Multiple user profiles, Activity timer

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| $1 Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| $3 Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| $5 Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| $10 Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| $25 Tip | $24.99 | one-time |


### Math Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-master-4th-grade-fun/id6447770548)

This app helps 9-10-year-olds master 4th-grade math skills through fun, curriculum-aligned games and activities. It covers a wide range of topics including fractions, decimals, geometry, and data analysis, with practice and test modes to reinforce learning.

**Highlights:** Curriculum-aligned 4th-grade math, Practice and test modes, Scratch pad for problem-solving, Covers fractions, decimals, geometry, Detailed feedback and explanations, No ads or distractions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Math Practice for Grade 4:1W | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Math Practice for Grade 4:1M | $2.99 | per month |
| Math Practice for Grade 4:3M | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| Math Practice for Grade 4:6M | $4.99 | per 6 months |
| Lifetime access to all content | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good for learning and practice
- 👍 Helps identify mistakes
- 👍 Prepares for tests
- 👍 Covers needed topics
- 👍 Fun game for kids

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Repeated payment requests
- 😞 No explanation for wrong answers
- 😞 Boring content
- 😞 Does not help with learning
- 😞 Pictures not loading

**Reported bugs**

- 🐛 Keeps asking to sign up
- 🐛 Elements not clickable
- 🐛 App does not let you do anything
- 🐛 Clicking on items doesn't work

**Requested features**

- Add improper fractions
- Show how to learn math first
- Explain correct answers
- Make app free


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Math Timer free?

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

### Is Math Master free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Math Timer or Math Master?

Math Master is rated higher. Math Timer averages 3.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Math Master averages 4.2 from 321 ratings.

### Do Math Timer or Math Master have ads?

Neither Math Timer nor Math Master shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Math Timer or Math Master?

Math Timer ships an update every 18 months, and Math Master every 5 weeks. Most recently, Math Timer was updated on September 15, 2026 and Math Master on October 1, 2026.

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