# Cross Sum Math vs Number Sums

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cross Sum Math at 100% against Number Sums's 26%. Cross Sum Math also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). Number Sums's advantage is ratings volume (31K vs 1). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Number Sums sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Cross Sum Math asks for nothing beyond the download.

Cross Sum Math holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Number Sums has 31K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Cross Sum Math's written reviews are positive against 26% of Number Sums's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cross Sum Math | Number Sums |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cross-sum-math/id1661189328/reviews)** | [4.6 (31K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/number-sums-numbers-game/id6449427809/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **31K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 25.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 227 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Old Jewel Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/284830318) | [Easybrain Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1190815537) |

## What reviewers say

### Cross Sum Math

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cross-sum-math/id1661189328)

This game challenges you to find math facts within a grid that equal a target number. Race against the clock to solve puzzles that increase in difficulty with larger numbers and more complex operations.

**Highlights:** Math fact grid puzzles, Timed challenges, Increasing difficulty, Word search style gameplay, Multiple operations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Number Sums

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/number-sums-numbers-game/id6449427809)

This app offers a challenging number puzzle designed to enhance mental math skills. Players must make the sum of numbers in rows, columns, and colored regions match given clues by circling correct numbers and erasing extras. It provides a fun way to practice arithmetic and logic with various difficulty levels.

**Highlights:** Summing numbers in rows and columns, Matching sums to clues, Circling and erasing numbers, Multiple difficulty levels, Board sizes from 3x3 to 10x10, Hint system

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Number Sums No Ads | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Challenging brain exercise
- 🔢 Enjoyable number-based gameplay
- 👍 Well-designed interface
- 🕰️ No time pressure

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💢 Excessive mid-game ads
- 🤔 Toggle button issues
- 🔍 Small text/numbers
- 🔋 Game drains battery

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect number removal function removed
- Ads randomly opening browser pages

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Separate buttons for circle/erase
- Auto-erase incorrect numbers
- Difficulty/grid size selection


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cross Sum Math free?

Cross Sum Math is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Number Sums free?

Number Sums is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cross Sum Math or Number Sums?

Cross Sum Math is rated higher. Cross Sum Math averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Number Sums averages 4.6 from 31K ratings.

### Do Cross Sum Math or Number Sums have ads?

Number Sums shows ads; Cross Sum Math does not.

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