Comparison

MTC vs Primary Maths Hub

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

Head to head
About

MTC

This app simulates the KS2 National Curriculum Assessments for multiplication tables. It provides timed practice with 25 questions, mimicking the official test's timing and question distribution. A printable answer sheet helps identify areas needing improvement.

Highlights
  • KS2 National Curriculum Assessment simulation
  • Timed practice sessions (6 seconds per question)
  • 25 questions per test
  • Printable detailed answer sheet
  • Familiarizes users with test layout and timing
  • Identifies known multiplication tables
Features
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Our Multiplication Tables Check follows the exact specification as laid out in the KS2 National Curriculum Assessments published by the Standards & Testing Agency. There will be 25 questions with 6 seconds to answer and with a 3 second gap between questions. We also follow the exact specification on the minimum and maximum number of questions taken from each times table. We have designed this check to allow children to become familiar with the layout and timing so they can gain confidence before taking the real check. They will also be able to find the quickest way of inputting answers and even try it on different devices. Now we come to the important bit: the beauty of our check is that there is a detailed answer sheet which is printable and shows exactly which tables are known.

About

Primary Maths Hub

Features
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Prepare exactly as you’ll sit the Year 4 Multiplication Tables Check (MTC) with this faithful emulator. MTC gives KS2 students realistic, high-stakes practice—so there are no surprises on test day. Key Features Official Test Conditions: 25 random questions, single-digit multipliers, identical format and timing to the national check. Custom Practice: Choose which tables (e.g. 3×, 7×, 12×) and select timing modes—6 seconds, 10 seconds or untimed. Instant Feedback: Detailed results screen highlights correct/incorrect answers, speeds and table-by-table performance so you can learn from every question. Teacher Reporting: All student responses automatically sync to your teacher’s dashboard for real-time progress tracking and targeted support. Accessibility First: With options for every question to be read aloud, the MTC is accessible for everyone. Whether you need rapid-fire drills or untimed mastery, MTC builds confidence, speed and accuracy—so you’ll walk into your Year 4 check fully prepared. Download now and make every minute of practice count!

Screenshots

MTC4 screens
Primary Maths Hub4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Primary Maths Hub at every 4 months against MTC's every 21 months. MTC's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.4). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MTC ships an update every 21 months, Primary Maths Hub every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
MTC versus Primary Maths Hub: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMTCPrimary Maths Hub
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 21 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoute One Network LimitedPrimary Maths Hub

In-app purchases

None

MTC

No in-app purchases

None

Primary Maths Hub

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MTC free?
MTC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Primary Maths Hub free?
Primary Maths Hub is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MTC or Primary Maths Hub have ads?
Neither MTC nor Primary Maths Hub shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MTC or Primary Maths Hub?
MTC ships an update every 21 months, and Primary Maths Hub every 4 months. Most recently, MTC was updated on October 11, 2026 and Primary Maths Hub on October 1, 2026.

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