Comparison

LabStar vs Spark

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

Spark

This app helps students master math through understanding core logic, not memorization. It offers short, effective practice sessions with instant feedback and strategic analysis to identify and close learning gaps. The platform covers a wide range of math topics, building a strong foundation for academic success.

Highlights
  • Speed through understanding method
  • Short, effective practice sessions
  • Focused module structure
  • Strategic analysis and review
  • Instant feedback
  • Interconnected building blocks
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Traditional math education traps many students in a vicious cycle of weak foundations, memorization, and fear of failure, which is why only 2-3% can reach their true potential.  Spark was designed to change this story: It enables you to practice at a high tempo by truly understanding the logic behind the math, turning it into a reflex. THE SPARK METHOD: SPEED UP THROUGH UNDERSTANDING! True speed comes from deeply understanding the core mechanics, not from memorization. Our modules break down each skill into its smallest, most understandable steps. This "speed through understanding" method ensures the momentum you gain is permanent and leads to concrete improvement in your overall math ability. KEY FEATURES: WHY IT'S SO EFFECTIVE Short yet Effective Practice Sessions: Thousands of 60-second levels, each with 20 questions, eliminate the fatigue and distraction of long study hours. The Power of Digital Practice: 100 exercises that take hours on paper become a fun 5-10 minute session in Spark, offering efficiency beyond classical methods. Focused Module Structure: Modules break down complex topics into simple, single-objective levels. This "step-by-step mastery" principle ensures connections between topics remain strong. Strategic Analysis and Review: Analysis pages show where you're struggling, providing a roadmap to close gaps by replaying modules or using reinforcement levels. Instant Feedback: Immediate feedback after each answer prevents reinforcing bad habits and accelerates your learning. MODULES YOU'LL MASTER: INTERCONNECTED BUILDING BLOCKS Spark's modules are interconnected building blocks, not isolated topics. This structure ensures learning is holistic and permanent. Numerical Thinking & Core Mental Skills Modules: Strengthen the core engine of your mathematical thinking with skills like order of operations, negative numbers, memory (Chain), and problem-solving (Union). The DNA of Math: The Architecture of Numbers: Grasp the structure of numbers by understanding the fundamental relationship between Factors, Multiples, Exponents, and Roots. Algebraic Thinking Modules: Fearlessly build a foundation in algebra by starting with objects and then moving to letters, using your previously built numerical foundations. Ratio, Percentage and Rational Numbers Modules: Develop an intuition for the practical relationship between these topics, increasing your problem-solving speed. Linear Equations Module: This comprehensive module makes abstract math visual by interpreting tables and graphs, building a bridge between data and equations. Geometry Module: Gain geometric thinking skills with fundamental concepts like angle, length, area, and volume. With exactly 20 modules like these, we cover every area of mathematics, and our library is constantly expanding. WHO IS IT FOR? Students Preparing for Timed Exams (e.g., SAT, ACT, GCSE): An essential training tool for gaining speed and automaticity in problem-solving. Middle School Students (Grades 5-8): The most effective method to reinforce school lessons, become a top performer, and achieve permanent learning. For Anyone Needing to Strengthen Their Foundation: An excellent opportunity for high school students or adults to quickly review forgotten or incomplete foundational topics. READY TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS? Master thousands of questions with just 15 minutes of practice a day. Thousands of exercises and dozens of modules are waiting. Download Spark now and start making a difference in your math skills today!

Screenshots

LabStar3 screens
Spark4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Spark at none against LabStar's shown. 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 Spark sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $169.00 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LabStar ships an update fortnightly, Spark every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
LabStar versus Spark: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLabStarSpark
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.4 — better13
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSencer CorluSPARK BILGISAYAR YAZILIM TEKNOLOJI TICARET LIMITED SIRKETI

In-app purchases

1 purchases

LabStar

Subscriptions1
  • LabStar App Subscription$5.991 Year
1 purchases

Spark

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Package$169.001 Year

Questions

Is LabStar free?
LabStar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Spark free?
Spark is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LabStar or Spark have ads?
LabStar shows ads; Spark does not.
Which is updated more often, LabStar or Spark?
LabStar ships an update fortnightly, and Spark every 10 days. Most recently, LabStar was updated on September 7, 2026 and Spark on September 16, 2026.

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