# Math Games vs Math Puzzle Games

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Math Puzzle Games at 258K against Math Games's 492. Math Puzzle Games also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.6) and chart position (#48 vs unranked). Math Games's advantage is review sentiment (82% vs 58%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Math Games sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Math Puzzle Games sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Math Puzzle Games holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Math Puzzle Games has 258K ratings behind it against 492, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 82% of Math Games's written reviews are positive against 58% of Math Puzzle Games's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Math Games ships an update every 11 days, Math Puzzle Games fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Math Games | Math Puzzle Games |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (492 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-games-mental-arithmetic/id1563412766/reviews) | **[4.9 (258K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-puzzle-games-crossmath/id1671991909/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 492 | **258K** |
| Positive reviews | **81.9% of reviews** | 57.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#48** |
| Size | 24 MB | 206 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pavel Agandeev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563412768) | [Guru Smart Holding Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499790773) |

## What reviewers say

### Math Games

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-games-mental-arithmetic/id1563412766)

Enhance mental calculation skills with a variety of algebra and arithmetic puzzles. Suitable for both children learning math and adults seeking brain training, this app offers engaging exercises to improve memory, focus, and speed.

**Highlights:** Algebra games, Arithmetic games, Math quiz games, Mental calculation practice, Memory and focus improvement, Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division exercises

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Premium Access | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium version | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Engaging and educational math games
- 🚀 Efficient for learning math skills
- 💡 Variety of math game modes
- 🧠 Helps improve mental arithmetic
- 👍 Fun and enjoyable experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too many ads interrupting gameplay
- 💰 Expensive premium version
- ⏱️ Limited time for some levels
- 🤔 Some games too easy or repetitive

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect answers sometimes marked as correct
- Game levels not saving progress properly

**Requested features**

- More advanced math game modes
- Ability to track progress and achievements
- Option to disable ads with a one-time purchase


### Math Puzzle Games

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-puzzle-games-crossmath/id1671991909)

**Currently charting:** #48 Top Free · Board, #171 Top Free · Puzzle (US App Store)

Engage your mind with a challenging math puzzle game. Solve problems using basic arithmetic operations and logic to progress through various difficulty levels. Offers daily challenges and an endless mode for continuous brain training.

**Highlights:** Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division puzzles, Order of operations (multiplication/division first), Multiple difficulty levels (Easy to Expert), Daily Challenge mode, Endless mode for high scores, Hints and power-ups

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 30 Tickets | $0.99 | one-time |
| 30 Hints | $1.99 | one-time |
| 4000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 100 Tickets | $1.99 | one-time |
| 200 Tickets | $2.99 | one-time |
| 8000 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Hints | $5.99 | one-time |
| Crossmath Premium | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Challenging brain exercise
- 👍 Variety of difficulty levels
- 🤓 Helps improve math skills
- 💡 Good for kids and adults

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🤬 Excessive and intrusive ads
- 🐛 Glitchy gameplay and controls
- 💸 Paid version doesn't remove ads as promised

**Reported bugs**

- Puzzles sometimes unsolvable
- App crashes or freezes frequently
- Coins/progress disappearing after deleting and reinstalling

**Requested features**

- Ability to track progress and achievements
- Option to challenge friends with the same puzzle
- Longer pause after completing a puzzle
- More variety in puzzle types beyond just arithmetic


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Math Games free?

Math Games is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Math Puzzle Games free?

Math Puzzle Games is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Math Games or Math Puzzle Games?

Math Puzzle Games is rated higher. Math Games averages 4.6 out of 5 from 492 ratings, while Math Puzzle Games averages 4.9 from 258K ratings.

### Do Math Games or Math Puzzle Games have ads?

Both Math Games and Math Puzzle Games show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Math Games or Math Puzzle Games?

Math Games ships an update every 11 days, and Math Puzzle Games fortnightly. Most recently, Math Games was updated on September 23, 2026 and Math Puzzle Games on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*