Comparison

TT Math 7 vs Gather ‘Round Homeschool

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

Head to head
About

TT Math 7

This educational app provides interactive math lessons and practice problems for 7th graders. It features audiovisual lectures, automated grading, and step-by-step explanations, allowing for independent learning on the go, even offline for a limited number of lessons.

Highlights
  • 115 audiovisual lectures
  • Thousands of practice problems
  • Automated grading and instant feedback
  • Step-by-step audiovisual explanations
  • Parental progress tracking
  • Digitized textbook with search
Read full description

The Teaching Textbooks Math 7 app makes your TT course even better! Not only will your student enjoy math while learning independently, but, with the app, that learning can also take place on the go. Even when offline! Specifically, the app can be used offline for up to 6 lessons at a time. That makes it perfect for homeschool parents who need their kids to stay productive while the family is out and about during the day. The app’s other features include… • 115 audiovisual lectures that teach every core concept in the standard 7th grade curriculum • thousands of problems that give students all the practice they need to master each concept • automated grading and instant feedback for every single problem • step-by-step audiovisual explanations to every single problem so students can see exactly what they did wrong when mistakes are made (This makes the program feel as if a tutor is at the student’s side!) • parental controls that let you track your student’s progress • the digitized version of the printed Teaching Textbooks Math 7 textbook (with a search feature and a hyper-linked index) • no advertising or in-app purchase offers • Internet connectivity is required, but you can remain offline for up to 6 lessons.

About

Gather ‘Round Homeschool

Connect with a supportive homeschool community, access exclusive resources, and find encouragement. This app offers live chats, free downloads, and a place to ask questions. An optional membership unlocks podcasts, printables, and more to enhance your homeschooling journey.

Highlights
  • Supportive homeschool community
  • Exclusive resource links
  • Live chats and Q&A sessions
  • Free downloads
  • Podcasts and printables (membership)
  • Encouragement and training
Features
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Just because you’re homeschooling at home, doesn’t mean you have to do it alone! The Gather ‘Round Homeschool app is your one-stop homeschool community filled with amazing resources, live chats, free downloads, and a place to ask your questions. Plus join our exclusive membership for podcasts, printables, lives, encouragement, a private group, and more, all designed to help you make this year your best homeschool year ever! Who Is This For? This app is for Gather ‘Round homeschool families who are looking for resources, help, news, and a sense of community. What’s Inside? - Exclusive Resources – Access resource links to go with every single unit, book lists, videos, scope and sequences, and more. - A Supportive Community – Connect with like-minded homeschool families who have similar interests or even live near you! - Encouragement & Training – Learn from homeschool veterans through live videos, one-on-one Q&A’s, printables and resources, and more. Come take your seat at the table alongside homeschool families who are at all different stages in this journey . . . we’ve saved a place for you.

Screenshots

TT Math 74 screens
Gather ‘Round Homeschool4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Gather ‘Round Homeschool at 100% against TT Math 7's 40%. Gather ‘Round Homeschool also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.2) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). TT Math 7's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, ratings volume 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. Gather ‘Round Homeschool sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. TT Math 7 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Gather ‘Round Homeschool holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 150 and 88 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of TT Math 7's written reviews are positive against 100% of Gather ‘Round Homeschool's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TT Math 7 ships an update every 2 months, Gather ‘Round Homeschool weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
TT Math 7 versus Gather ‘Round Homeschool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTT Math 7Gather ‘Round Homeschool
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (150 ratings)4.9 (88 ratings) — better
Positive reviews39.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings150 — better88
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size137 MB157 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperTeaching Textbooks, Inc.Gather 'Round Homeschool Inc

Customer experience

TT Math 7

All ratings150 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative42.0%
Written reviews78 reviews
Positive39.7%
Neutral11.5%
Negative48.7%

Gather ‘Round Homeschool

All ratings88 ratings
Positive95.5%
Neutral4.5%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

TT Math 7

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • App crashes randomly during lessons and loses progress
  • Login screen freezes or doesn't load password entry field
  • Scratchpad freezes when erasing multiple items (2-3 minute delays)
  • Unexpected logouts during active lessons
  • Submit answer button unresponsive
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  • Keyboard input lag causing incorrect character entry
  • Page flipping animation extremely slow
  • Answer validation inconsistencies (correct answers marked wrong)
  • App requires weekly updates causing access interruptions
  • Sign-in password field bugs with missing/extra characters
  • Notification system fails to alert parents of completed lessons
  • Incompatibility issues across different devices and browsers

Requested features

11 requests
  • Biometric sign-in (Face ID/fingerprint) or stay-signed-in option
  • Adjustable narrator voice speed and alternative voice options
  • Custom photo upload for lesson backgrounds
  • Ability to use device keyboard instead of in-app keyboard
  • More quiz options and fewer repetitive lessons
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  • Outfit customization for buddy characters
  • Improved hint system with more meaningful guidance
  • Next lesson button functionality
  • Password save or auto-login feature
  • Maturity level adjustment for older students
  • Notification indicator for new stickers vs wallpapers

Gather ‘Round Homeschool

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

TT Math 7

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Gather ‘Round Homeschool

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Monthly Plan7 Days trial$49.991 Month

Questions

Is TT Math 7 free?
TT Math 7 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gather ‘Round Homeschool free?
Gather ‘Round Homeschool is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TT Math 7 or Gather ‘Round Homeschool?
Gather ‘Round Homeschool is rated higher. TT Math 7 averages 3.2 out of 5 from 150 ratings, while Gather ‘Round Homeschool averages 4.9 from 88 ratings.
Do TT Math 7 or Gather ‘Round Homeschool have ads?
Neither TT Math 7 nor Gather ‘Round Homeschool shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TT Math 7 or Gather ‘Round Homeschool?
TT Math 7 ships an update every 2 months, and Gather ‘Round Homeschool weekly. Most recently, TT Math 7 was updated on September 23, 2026 and Gather ‘Round Homeschool on September 22, 2026.

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