Comparison

LabStar vs iMath

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

Head to head
About

LabStar

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LabStar is about thinking, understanding, and communicating.  LabStar is developed by a team of professors, teachers, and engineers who share an aspiration of making Data Science an integral part of the mathematics and science education, both at school and outdoors. LabStar patent application names Corlu & Inan as co-inventors. LabStar is developed at and supported by Bahçeşehir University, Istanbul. The development and continuous improvement of LabStar is grounded in the Integrated Teaching Framework of Professor M. S. Corlu. The framework guides our actions in three domains: Hardware, Software, and Resources. We invest a considerable amount of our time to improve the software, regularly enrich supporting resources, and add new sensors and structures in the hardware domain. The LabStar operates on three main domains: Hardware, Software, and Resources. Hardware o LabStar Device o External sensors o Physical and virtual structures By purchasing LabStar device, you gain lifetime access to both the Software and Resources as an individual user. You may be eligible for up to 200 LabStar App subscription codes for your students. External sensors and structures are sold separately in order to keep your device at minimal price. Software o LabStar App o Classroom Mode By subscribing to our app, you gain annual access to both the Software and Resources as an individual user for the duration of your subscription. Free lite version of LabStar app allows you to analyze several sample datasets without any restrictions. Resources o Data sets o Lesson plans o A comic book o Teaching videos o Research results We encourage you to discover all the wonderful features of LabStar by yourself. Information screens, located on top right corner of several screens on LabStar app, are written to help you make the best out of this innovative learning tool. Because LabStar is designed with a focus on learning, it is not to be used for rigorous scientific endeavors nor as a statistics calculator. Please visit https://www.labstar.org to get to know more about LabStar and discover how you can be a part of our growing community.

About

iMath

This app offers an ad-free, engaging environment for children under 12 to learn fundamental math concepts through play. It features bilingual support and smart progress tracking to build confidence and a love for learning.

Highlights
  • Ad-free and safe learning environment
  • Bilingual English and Chinese math terms
  • Smart progress tracking
  • Covers counting to fractions
  • Logic and critical thinking puzzles
  • Game-like learning worlds
Features
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Turn Math Anxiety into Math Love! Welcome to iMath: The Math Universe — a beautiful, ad-free space where kids discover the joy of mathematics through play. Designed for learners under 12, our app transforms fundamental math into an exciting adventure that builds confidence, sharpens skills, and sparks a lifelong love for learning. Why Parents Love iMath: • 100% Ad-Free & Safe — No ads, no data collection. A worry-free zone where kids can explore independently. • Bilingual Learning — Master math terms naturally in both English and Chinese, giving young learners a head start. • Smart Progress Tracking — Watch your child conquer milestones with a clear, structured learning path designed by educators. What Kids Explore: • Rock-Solid Foundations — From basic counting to fractions, each skill builds on the last in a carefully sequenced journey. • Logic & Critical Thinking — Engaging puzzles and brain challenges that go beyond simple arithmetic. • A Universe of Fun — Beautiful, game-like worlds turn practice into play, eliminating math anxiety for good. Start Your Child's Math Adventure Today! Privacy Policy: https://github.com/LigangSun/iMath_home/wiki/Privacy-Policy

Screenshots

LabStar3 screens
iMath4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: iMath at none against LabStar's shown. LabStar's advantage is iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, 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. LabStar sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per year and iMath sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LabStar ships an update fortnightly, iMath every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
LabStar versus iMath: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLabStariMath
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (12 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—12 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.4 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSencer Corlu立刚 孙

In-app purchases

1 purchases

LabStar

Subscriptions1
  • LabStar App Subscription$5.991 Year
2 purchases

iMath

Subscriptions2
  • iMath 1 month subscription$4.991 Month
  • iMath 12 months subscription$39.991 Year

Questions

Is LabStar free?
LabStar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iMath free?
iMath is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LabStar or iMath have ads?
LabStar shows ads; iMath does not.
Which is updated more often, LabStar or iMath?
LabStar ships an update fortnightly, and iMath every 2 weeks. Most recently, LabStar was updated on November 7, 2026 and iMath on November 3, 2026.

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