Comparison

Math Sticks vs Cryptarithmetic

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

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About

Math Sticks

Solve hundreds of math puzzles by moving matchsticks to fix incorrect equations. Train your mental calculation skills and challenge yourself with various mathematical operations and difficulty levels.

Highlights
  • Solve matchstick math puzzles
  • Fix incorrect equations
  • Train mental calculation
  • Hundreds of levels
  • Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division
  • Hints available
Features
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Fun way to play with matchsticks. Have you ever been challenged by your friend to solve a riddle? Your friend put some matchsticks on the table and start arranging the matchsticks to form some numbers. And finally those matchsticks form a mathematical equation. But the mathematical equation is not correct, and your friend challenge you to fix the equation by moving just one or two of the matchsticks. You think and try some moves, and then you figure out the solution. Now you can play MATH STICKS and solve hundreds of math puzzles with matchsticks. Train your mental calculation in a fun way. Challenge yourself and your friends to fix the mathematical equations. Drag and move the matchsticks and find the solution for each equation. Figure out what numbers can be formed by the provided matchsticks. Experience various levels of difficulties. Solve the riddles with various mathematical operations. * 4 available mathematical operations: Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division * 500 levels available at the moment * Use hint by spending some coins if you are stuck * Claim free coins every day to help you solve the riddles

About

Cryptarithmetic

Features
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Cryptarithms — crack the code of numbers What if the digits in mathematical equations were replaced with letters? Your task is to figure out which digit is hidden behind each letter. Sounds simple? Give it a try. How it works You are given an equation like “COT + COT = DOMA”. Each letter represents a unique digit from 0 to 9. Find all the matches so that the math works out. One letter — one digit. No randomness, just logic. Five game modes Classic — solve at your own pace with no time limits Timed — race against the clock for adrenaline lovers Zen — no scores or rankings, just pure enjoyment of the process Daily puzzle — one unique challenge every 24 hours Tournament — five puzzles in a row, total score, a true test Four difficulty levels From simple two-digit equations for beginners to multi-layered challenges with 10 unique variables for true mathematical detectives. Progression system Earn points and experience for every solution. Rise from Beginner to Immortal through 10 mastery levels. Unlock 25 achievements — from your first solution to marathon win streaks. Hints without pressure Stuck? Spend points on a hint — one letter will be revealed. In Zen mode, hints are always free. Don’t want to spend points — watch a short ad. Thoughtful details — Dark and light themes that follow system settings — Daily reminders (customizable) — Detailed statistics: best streaks, average time, breakdown by difficulty — Supports addition, subtraction, and multiplication — Endless generation of unique puzzles Cryptarithms have existed since the early 20th century and remain one of the most elegant forms of mathematical puzzles. Now in your pocket. Train your mind. Every day.

Screenshots

Math Sticks4 screens
Cryptarithmetic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Cryptarithmetic at none against Math Sticks's shown. Cryptarithmetic also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 41 months). Math Sticks's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). On price and in-app purchases 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

Math Sticks ships an update every 41 months, Cryptarithmetic every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Math Sticks versus Cryptarithmetic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMath SticksCryptarithmetic
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 41 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHarry TahirAleksandr Govorukhin

In-app purchases

None

Math Sticks

No in-app purchases

None

Cryptarithmetic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Math Sticks free?
Math Sticks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cryptarithmetic free?
Cryptarithmetic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Math Sticks or Cryptarithmetic have ads?
Math Sticks shows ads; Cryptarithmetic does not.
Which is updated more often, Math Sticks or Cryptarithmetic?
Math Sticks ships an update every 41 months, and Cryptarithmetic every 9 days. Most recently, Math Sticks was updated on September 21, 2026 and Cryptarithmetic on September 14, 2026.

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