# Smart Tales vs Mathstroverse

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mathstroverse at 100% against Smart Tales's 55%. Mathstroverse also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Smart Tales's advantage is ratings volume (18K vs 13) and chart position (#183 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart Tales sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Mathstroverse sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Mathstroverse holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Tales has 18K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Smart Tales's written reviews are positive against 100% of Mathstroverse's.

Smart Tales ships an update every 3 weeks, Mathstroverse every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart Tales | Mathstroverse |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tales-learning-games/id1452196861/reviews) | **[5.0 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathstroverse-learning-game/id6473455677/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 54.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#183** | — |
| Size | 289 MB | 502 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Marshmallow Games SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/955873246) | [Stemlins Edu LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1511639713) |

## What reviewers say

### Smart Tales

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tales-learning-games/id1452196861)

**Currently charting:** #183 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

This app offers over 2500 interactive educational games and stories for children aged 2-11. It covers reading, writing, STEM, and math, with a focus on personalized learning paths and inclusivity for all learners, including neurodivergent children. Parents can monitor progress and set limits.

**Highlights:** Interactive educational games, Award-winning stories, Math skills development, Reading and vocabulary building, STEM and science exploration, Logic and reasoning challenges, Personalized learning paths

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $5.49 | per month |
| Welcome Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly Learning Plan for Kids | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly Learning Plan for Kids | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Smart Tales Semi Annual | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| Smart Tales Quarterly | $34.99 | per 3 months |
| Smart Family Promo | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Promo Subscription | $54.99 | per year |
| SmartTales Yearly Offer Plus | $59.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $71.99 | per year |
| Yearly Learning Plan for Kids | $89.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $89.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| Printables unlock | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Improved school performance
- 👍 Engaging and fun for kids
- 🤩 Positive impact on child's mood
- 🎉 Great content and creativity
- 💯 Effective learning tool

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Errors and bugs in the app
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Lack of family sharing
- ⚠️ Inappropriate content for kids
- 🤯 Confusing and frustrating user experience

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Incorrect shape identification
- Subscription issues and double charges
- Content not loading properly
- Accessibility features not working as expected

**Requested features**

- More writing and grade-level options
- Improved voice-text synchronization
- Better customization for child's level
- Easier unsubscription process
- Compatibility with family sharing


### Mathstroverse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathstroverse-learning-game/id6473455677)

This educational game makes learning math fun for 1st-5th graders through an engaging space adventure. Kids practice essential math skills like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division while exploring planets and unlocking rewards. It offers personalized learning paths and progress tracking, making it a trusted companion for home or school.

**Highlights:** Grade-based math practice (1st-5th), Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, Adventure-based gameplay with rewards, Personalized learning paths, Progress tracking and visual reports, Ad-free and kid-friendly environment

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Fuel | $3.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Fuel | $8.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual Fuel | $30.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smart Tales free?

Smart Tales is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mathstroverse free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Smart Tales or Mathstroverse?

Mathstroverse is rated higher. Smart Tales averages 4.6 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while Mathstroverse averages 5.0 from 13 ratings.

### Do Smart Tales or Mathstroverse have ads?

Neither Smart Tales nor Mathstroverse shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Smart Tales or Mathstroverse?

Smart Tales ships an update every 3 weeks, and Mathstroverse every 6 weeks. Most recently, Smart Tales was updated on October 30, 2026 and Mathstroverse on October 18, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*