Comparison

Osmo Shape Builder vs Musical Multiplication

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

Head to head
About

Osmo Shape Builder

This app helps young children learn basic geometric shapes through interactive play. It progresses from identifying shapes to creating them, fostering a love for learning and turning screen time into an educational experience.

Highlights
  • Learn basic geometric shapes
  • Compose and create shapes
  • Identify and describe shapes
  • Color recognition
  • Hands-on learning system
  • Inspires love of learning
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Fill a magic mansion with furniture, items and incredible things! This game teaches basic geometric shapes in progression. Start with identifying and describing shapes, then advance to creating shapes on your own. LEARN ABOUT SHAPES Explore basic shapes concepts including composing shapes, relative positioning, and color recognition. INSPIRE THE LOVE OF LEARNING Designed for children ages 3-5 to inspire their love of learning through hands-on play. TURN SCREEN TIME INTO LEARNING TIME Osmo’s unique technology transforms your tablet into a hands-on learning system! *Requires the Osmo Base for iPad and Silicone Sticks & Rings. Each sold separately or as part of Osmo Little Genius Starter Kit. Learn more by visiting www.playosmo.com. *Please see our device compatibility list here: https://support.playosmo.com/hc/articles/115010156067 ABOUT OSMO -- 21ST CENTURY PLAY AND LEARNING Osmo uses the screen to create a new healthy, hands-on learning experience that promotes creativity, problem-solving and social interaction. We do this with our reflective artificial intelligence technology.

About

Musical Multiplication

Master multiplication with catchy, original songs designed for elementary-aged children. This app uses the power of music to make memorization fun and effective, with interactive learning and progress tracking to keep kids motivated.

Highlights
  • 42 original multiplication songs
  • Music-based learning for faster memorization
  • Interactive learning with progress tracking
  • Mastery tracking for individual progress
  • Multiple student profiles
  • Offline accessibility
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Introducing the Musical Multiplication app from The Good and the Beautiful! Music makes learning stick—and now your kids can master multiplication through fun, catchy songs! With 42 entirely original songs, this app turns essential math skills into unforgettable tunes, making memorization easy and enjoyable. Research shows that music activates several brain centers at once, helping children memorize faster and retain information longer. Sing along, learn faster, and remember longer! With mastery tracking, your child can see their progress and celebrate every milestone, making learning interactive and motivating. This all-in-one app combines the power of music to help your child master multiplication—wherever you go! Main Features: 42 Original Songs: Catchy tunes that turn multiplication into something your child will never forget. Music-Based Learning: Proven to help kids memorize faster and retain information longer. Interactive Learning: Your child doesn’t just listen—they actively engage with the songs and track their progress. Mastery Tracking: Celebrate progress and identify learning gaps as your child advances. Multiple Student Profiles: Create up to 6 unique student profiles, so each child can have their own personalized progress tracking. Accessible Anywhere: Learn at home or on the go, with offline capabilities. Perfect for Ages 6-12: Designed to help elementary-aged kids master multiplication. Download Musical Multiplication today and watch your child’s math skills soar! Standard Apple End User License Agreement (EULA) applies: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Musical Multiplication4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Musical Multiplication at 75% against Osmo Shape Builder's 0%. Musical Multiplication also leads on rating (4.3 vs 2.3) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Osmo Shape Builder sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Musical Multiplication sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Musical Multiplication holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 86 and 141 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Osmo Shape Builder's written reviews are positive against 75% of Musical Multiplication's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Osmo Shape Builder ships an update every 3 months, Musical Multiplication every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Osmo Shape Builder versus Musical Multiplication: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOsmo Shape BuilderMusical Multiplication
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (86 ratings)4.3 (141 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings86141 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size322 MB230 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTangible PlayThe Good and the Beautiful LLC

Customer experience

Osmo Shape Builder

All ratings86 ratings
Positive30.2%
Neutral3.5%
Negative66.3%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Musical Multiplication

All ratings141 ratings
Positive78.0%
Neutral9.2%
Negative12.8%
Written reviews56 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral8.9%
Negative16.1%

Bugs and requests

Osmo Shape Builder

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Musical Multiplication

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Login issues and inability to save student profiles
  • Restrictions on retrying questions

Requested features

2 requests
  • Ability to create custom playlists of specific multiplication facts
  • More content and features beyond just the songs

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Osmo Shape Builder

One-time2
  • 3-day trial of Shape BuilderFree
  • Unlock Shape Builder$24.99
3 purchases

Musical Multiplication

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
  • Annual subscription$26.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlimited one-time purchase$35.99

Questions

Is Osmo Shape Builder free?
Osmo Shape Builder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Musical Multiplication free?
Musical Multiplication is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Osmo Shape Builder or Musical Multiplication?
Musical Multiplication is rated higher. Osmo Shape Builder averages 2.3 out of 5 from 86 ratings, while Musical Multiplication averages 4.3 from 141 ratings.
Do Osmo Shape Builder or Musical Multiplication have ads?
Neither Osmo Shape Builder nor Musical Multiplication shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Osmo Shape Builder or Musical Multiplication?
Osmo Shape Builder ships an update every 3 months, and Musical Multiplication every 2 months. Most recently, Osmo Shape Builder was updated on October 9, 2026 and Musical Multiplication on October 13, 2026.

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