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Algebra Tiles by mathies vs Math Games

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

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About

Algebra Tiles by mathies

This virtual manipulative tool allows users to represent and manipulate algebraic expressions using interactive tiles. It supports operations on integers, polynomials, and solving equations, with adjustable values for variables and customizable tile colors. Users can save and open their work, and utilize annotation tools for explanations.

Highlights
  • Virtual algebraic tiles and segments
  • Represent and operate on integers and polynomials
  • Evaluate expressions and factor polynomials
  • Solve equations
  • Adjustable variable values
  • Customizable tile colors
  • Save and open work files
Features
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The Algebra Tiles Tool is a virtual manipulative similar to the physical ones commonly available in classrooms. Tiles representing 1, x, x² ,y ,y² and xy long with their opposites can be dragged into the workspace from the scrollable selection panel at the left. Once in the workspace they can be moved, copied, re-oriented, or negated individually or in groups. The tiles can be configured to match the colours of common physical sets. Unlike the physical tiles, the value of x and y can be adjusted. The virtual tool also contains 1, x, and y line segments. See support.mathies.ca for more information and examples. Mathematical Concepts: • Visual representations support students in developing and applying understanding of mathematical concepts. Algebra Tiles can be used to: • represent and perform operations on Integers • represent and perform operations on Polynomials • evaluate expressions for different values of the variable(s) • factor polynomials • solve equations Features: • Choose a set of tile colours from the opening dialog or change colour sets by clicking on the Choose Colour Set (paint palette) button • Change the colour of each type of object (tile or segment) by clicking on the object in the selection panel • Use the multiplier button to set the number of objects (1, 2, 5, 10) to drag to the workspace • Use the +/- button to display positive/negative objects in the panel • Change the size of objects • Hide/show object labels • Use the size to fit (magnifying glass) button to make objects fit in the workspace • Objects snap to each other as indicated by a stapling sound and animation • Select an object or set of objects by drawing a marquee around them • Copy, negate or change the orientation of individual object or sets of selected objects • Objects representing opposite values poof when moved to overlap. This behaviour can be toggled off in the settings. • Adjust the value of x and y (use settings to adjust the number of allowed decimal places) • Use the Summary button (#) to see information about the objects in the workspace.Information is provided for all objects in the workspace as well as for those objects which are currently selected. The Count tab shows how many of each type of object is in the workspace. The Value tab shows the simplified algebraic expression and its numerical value for the current values of x and y. • Adjust the transparency of tiles, segments and the background grid • Step through a history of your work with the undo/redo buttons • Communicate your thinking or highlight various features of your representation using the built-in annotation tool • Insert background images • Switch between English and French • Save your work to files on your device • Open files stored on your device or from the web, including several example files • Opened files contain all the tool and image steps performed; use Undo and Redo to review these steps • Opened files contain the final annotation step which is not affected by Undo and Redo • Use the iOS Files app to access mathies files

About

Math Games

This app offers a fun and engaging way for children to master essential math skills. It features a variety of games covering addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals, designed to make learning enjoyable for kids in grades 1-5.

Highlights
  • Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division games
  • Fractions and decimals practice
  • Memory Match game mode
  • Challenge Mode with time limits
  • Dual Mode for two players
  • Step-by-step learning
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Want to improve your kid's math skills? How about helping your kids master mathematics with fun, free math games? Math Games is the perfect way to help children learn math skills the easy way! Our math games for kids is super fun! Solve a wide variety of math puzzles, brain teasers, and brain math puzzles using nothing more than basic arithmetic. Pick up new math skills in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, or get more advanced with fractions ¼, decimals, and mixed operations. Collection of Math Games offered: ◾ Addition games - 1, 2, or 3 digit addition, sequential addition, plus more addition games. ◾ Subtraction games - 1, 2, 3 digit subtraction game to learn how to subtract ◾ Multiplication games - Best practice game to learn multiplication tables and multiplying methods. ◾ Division games - Learn to divide by playing multiple fun division games ◾ Fractions - Step-by-step learning of fraction calculation, fun and easy way to learn fractions. ◾ Decimals - Fun adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing decimal modes to learn ◾ Square Roots - Practice squares and square roots, learn how to squares a number ◾ Exponents - Practice exponent problems ◾ Mixed operations - Put your knowledge to the test by practicing addition, subtraction, multiplication, division all in one mode! All of these math games are free to enjoy, and they're suitable for all ages, from kids to adults. Within this educational kids app, we've tried to teach kids step-by-step how to add, subtract, multiply and divide. Anyone who wants to hone their skills by playing math games is welcome to download and try them out! Test your addition, subtraction, multiplication, and other number skills in the following modes: • Memory Match - Flip number memory cards and match answers to the equations. • Challenge Mode - Finish the puzzles before time runs out! • Dual Mode - Split-screen interface for two players. Math games for kids should be fun! Our math app is suitable for children in kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, or 6th grade, and of course, any teenager or adult who is interested in training their brain and improving their math skills! Our math games are tested on our kids first and made with love. We'd like to think our math games are filled with endless math worksheets, which kids can practice over and over again. Within our math app, we've tried to teach addition, subtraction, multiplication, division to the best of our ability. We would love to improve the game further for kids in kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, and 5th grade - so please let us know grade specific what else we can add to the math game. If you enjoy our collection of free kids games, all we ask in return is that you share the games with friends and family. What are you waiting for? Download the funnest new math game today for free!

Screenshots

Algebra Tiles by mathies4 screens
Math Games4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Math Games at 85% against Algebra Tiles by mathies's 40%. Math Games also leads on rating (4.4 vs 3.8) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 4). Algebra Tiles by mathies's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Math Games holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Math Games has 1.4K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Algebra Tiles by mathies's written reviews are positive against 85% of Math Games's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Algebra Tiles by mathies versus Math Games: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAlgebra Tiles by mathiesMath Games
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (4 ratings)4.4 (1.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews84.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings41.4K — better
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB122 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOAMERV AppStudios LLC

Customer experience

Algebra Tiles by mathies

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%

Math Games

All ratings1,398 ratings
Positive83.6%
Neutral5.3%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews441 reviews
Positive84.8%
Neutral3.9%
Negative11.3%

Bugs and requests

Algebra Tiles by mathies

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Math Games

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Blank pages when clicking on certain math topics
  • Occasional freezing or crashing issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more advanced math topics like fractions, decimals, and algebra
  • Include a wider range of grade levels, including kindergarten and high school
  • Provide more video explanations and step-by-step solutions
  • Allow users to customize the difficulty level

In-app purchases

None

Algebra Tiles by mathies

No in-app purchases

None

Math Games

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Algebra Tiles by mathies free?
Algebra Tiles by mathies is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Math Games free?
Math Games is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Algebra Tiles by mathies or Math Games?
Math Games is rated higher. Algebra Tiles by mathies averages 3.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Math Games averages 4.4 from 1.4K ratings.
Do Algebra Tiles by mathies or Math Games have ads?
Neither Algebra Tiles by mathies nor Math Games shows ads.

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