Comparison

MathsBolt vs Ciar's Quest

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

Head to head
About

MathsBolt

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Description General MathsBolt is a Maths App which aims to create colourful and engaging app games that let children explore and develop their Maths skills while having fun. Our games will allow children to discover a whole world of Maths, from counting to comparing numbers, identifying shapes and patterns, using measures and so much more. Access/Login The app will be accessible through a login QR code, which will record the player's scores and activity. Children can try out and build their skills independently through discovery learning, or be guided by a teacher or parent, who can set them challenges and track their progress. Child Safety I work as a Primary School teacher myself, and recognise how critical child safety and data protection are with any app. With that in mind, the only data we will be storing on the app is the player's username, preferences (language, curriculum etc.) and their high scores. Personal Data All other data will be stored on database with an accompanying website, MathsBolt.com, which is fully compliant with GDPR legislation. This will provide separate login details for a teacher/parent which will allow them to review a child's progress (consent will have to be provided by parents/guardians to set up any child on a school account). Data Storage & Security All data will be stored on Firebase real time database and users will have to sign into their profiles using Firebase authentication. This authentication consists of an email and password unique to each user. Schools, teachers and parents will be able to sign in using a conventional email and password. Students will access the app through a QR code that reads an encrypted email and password that is decrypted by the app. Users access to information on the database will be controlled through Firebase Security Rules and no sensitive information will be stored directly on the database. Schools will be able to access the profiles of their teachers, parents registered to the school and students registered to the school. Teachers will be able to access the students assigned to their class room. Parents will be able to access the profiles of their students. Students will only be allowed access to their own profile. Subscription/Payment The app will be available on a subscription based model, with a planned price of €6 per child for one year's access. The subscription will be renewable on an annual basis. Advertising There will be no advertising on the app and no links to third-party websites on the app. Location The app is being developed in Ireland and will be fully compliant with Irish law.

About

Ciar's Quest

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Ciar is a descendant of the O’Connor Chieftain Ciar, the founder of the Kingdom of Kerry. To honour his ancestors his mission is to protect Kerry’s rich folklore & heritage. Join him on his quest to find the Kingdom's hidden wildlife while also uncovering some hidden gems on your journey. Using this App, seek the symbols on the marked trails across Kerry and through Augmented Reality meet and take pictures with the wildlife you discover. Unlock the final to prove you completed Ciar's Quest!

Screenshots

MathsBolt4 screens
Ciar's Quest4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ciar's Quest at none against MathsBolt's 3. MathsBolt's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 13 months) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads 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. MathsBolt sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Ciar's Quest asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MathsBolt ships an update every 2 months, Ciar's Quest every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
MathsBolt versus Ciar's Quest: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMathsBoltCiar's Quest
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 13 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size118 MB272 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMathsBolt LimitedLena Ni Mhurchu

In-app purchases

3 purchases

MathsBolt

One-time3
  • Single Student License$4.99
  • Add Five Students$23.99
  • Thirty Student Licenses$139.99
None

Ciar's Quest

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MathsBolt free?
MathsBolt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ciar's Quest free?
Ciar's Quest is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MathsBolt or Ciar's Quest have ads?
Neither MathsBolt nor Ciar's Quest shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MathsBolt or Ciar's Quest?
MathsBolt ships an update every 2 months, and Ciar's Quest every 13 months. Most recently, MathsBolt was updated on October 3, 2026 and Ciar's Quest on October 10, 2026.

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