Comparison

Number Combinations vs Cosmic Number Lines

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

Head to head
About

Number Combinations

Features
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Math puzzles and games play an important role in the elementary math curriculum. In math classrooms around the world puzzles and games are used to encourage and foster the development of mathematics skills. Strategic thinking is a critical component of mathematics and problem solving. Number Combinations is design to deepen a child's understanding of number concepts and arithmetic operations. Number Combinations is specifically designed to help elementary age students develop computational fluency. The app provides practice and can be effectively used as an enrichment experience in most math classroom or at home. Games definitely support a school-to-home connection. Parents can learn about their children’s mathematical thinking by playing games with them at home. The game is designed to help students develop and build computational skills in terms of both speed and accuracy. Number Combinations generates math puzzles at six different levels: β€’ Whole Number Addition β€’ Whole Number Addition and Subtraction β€’ Multiplication β€’ Order of Operations (x and +) β€’ Order of Operations (x and -) β€’ Integer Addition & Subtraction Number Combinations is available for iPad and Apple TV.

About

Cosmic Number Lines

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Cosmic Number Lines is an engaging game designed for early elementary school students to learn number line concepts and skills. In the game, an astronaut undergoes training to complete tasks on a new planet called Sileni and gradually advances from the rank of trainee to captain. Some foundational skills students will develop include constructing number lines, locating points, comparing numbers, counting units to find distances, and solving addition and subtraction problems. Cosmic Number Lines is available for iPads and iPhones. This accessible app strengthens students' understanding of number lines through fun gameplay. It is a great supplement to classroom instruction for all students, regardless of their level of vision. Features: β€’ A fun, engaging game theme designed to make math learning exciting for elementary school students. β€’ Eight progressively structured levels covering fundamental concepts and skills related to number lines. β€’ Guided training sessions before tasks to help students build understanding step by step. β€’ Increasingly challenging problems that encourage creative problem-solving and support mastery of skills. β€’ Vibrant, student-friendly visuals that capture attention and boost motivation. β€’ Full accessibility support, including screen reader compatibility and high-contrast colors.

Screenshots

Cosmic Number Lines4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Cosmic Number Lines at Free against Number Combinations's $1.99. Number Combinations's advantage is iOS requirement (13.2 vs 17.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Cosmic Number Lines is free to download; Number Combinations costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Number Combinations versus Cosmic Number Lines: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNumber CombinationsCosmic Number Lines
Price$1.99Free β€” better
Update frequencyEvery 16 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.2 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size27 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVentura Educational SystemsAmerican Printing House for the Blind (APH)

In-app purchases

None

Number Combinations

No in-app purchases

None

Cosmic Number Lines

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Number Combinations free?
Number Combinations costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cosmic Number Lines free?
Cosmic Number Lines is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Number Combinations or Cosmic Number Lines have ads?
Neither Number Combinations nor Cosmic Number Lines shows ads.

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