# Math Magic vs SplashLearn

The clearest difference is price: SplashLearn at Free against Math Magic's $0.99. SplashLearn also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.9) and ratings volume (32K vs 37). Math Magic's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

SplashLearn is free to download; Math Magic costs $0.99 up front. SplashLearn sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Math Magic asks for nothing beyond the download.

SplashLearn holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SplashLearn has 32K ratings behind it against 37, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Math Magic's written reviews are positive against 75% of SplashLearn's.

Math Magic ships an update monthly, SplashLearn every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Math Magic | SplashLearn |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.9 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-magic/id291478690/reviews) | **[4.5 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splashlearn-kids-learning-app/id672658828/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 37 | **32K** |
| Positive reviews | 56.9% of reviews | **74.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#75** |
| Size | 14 MB | 494 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Anusen Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/291478693) | [StudyPad, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/432105528) |

## What reviewers say

### Math Magic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-magic/id291478690)

This educational app makes learning arithmetic fun for children aged 3-8. It uses vibrant colors, a simple interface, and a reward system to encourage practice in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Parents can customize difficulty levels and timers.

**Highlights:** Arithmetic practice (add, subtract, multiply, divide), Reward system with stars, Customizable difficulty levels, Adjustable number ranges (5, 10, 20), Optional timer for timed challenges, Positive voice reinforcement, Simple, vibrant interface

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and useful learning tool
- 😄 Adorable encouraging voices
- 💰 Worth the price
- 🎯 Customizable difficulty levels
- 🌟 Great rewards and motivation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😵 Screen orientation issues
- 📉 Becomes boring for older kids
- 🚫 Lacks visual cues for multiplication/division
- 🤔 Multiple choice can lead to guessing
- 🎛️ Clunky interface

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- App does not open/load
- Screen orientation stuck in portrait
- Persistent error in multiplication and division answer lists
- App not syncing with iPhone OS (older versions)

**Requested features**

- Fix screen orientation bug
- Add visual cues for multiplication and division
- Option to type answers instead of multiple choice
- More variety in screens and sounds
- Add quiz/test option


### SplashLearn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splashlearn-kids-learning-app/id672658828)

**Currently charting:** #75 Top Grossing · Education, #207 Top Free · Education (US App Store)

This app offers curriculum-aligned math and reading lessons for children aged 2-11 through interactive games, books, and activities. It adapts to each child's learning level, providing personalized support and challenges to build foundational skills and confidence.

**Highlights:** Curriculum-aligned math and reading lessons, Interactive learning games and activities, Personalized learning paths, Progress tracking for parents, 4000+ games, books, and challenges, Safe, ad-free environment

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SplashLearn Membership Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| SplashLearn Membership Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| SplashLearn Membership Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| SplashLearn Membership Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| SplashLearn Solo - Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| SplashLearn Membership 3-Month | $23.99 | per 3 months |
| SplashLearn Membership Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| SplashLearn Solo - Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| SplashLearn Membership Yearly | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and engaging learning experience
- 💡 Effective for reinforcing math and reading skills
- 🚀 Constant updates and progress reports
- 👍 Motivating reward system with coins and achievements
- 💡 Personalized learning paths and curriculum

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Technical issues like crashes, freezing, and loading problems
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Difficulty canceling subscription
- 🤔 Limited free access, forces paid subscription
- 🤔 Repetitive content and lack of variety in some areas

**Reported bugs**

- Progress not saving properly
- Incorrect answers being marked as correct
- Profiles not working or logging out unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- More advanced content for higher grade levels
- Option to turn off answers and allow more time for students
- Improved sync between app and web versions
- Better customer support and responsiveness


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Math Magic free?

Math Magic costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SplashLearn free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Math Magic or SplashLearn?

SplashLearn is rated higher. Math Magic averages 3.9 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while SplashLearn averages 4.5 from 32K ratings.

### Do Math Magic or SplashLearn have ads?

Neither Math Magic nor SplashLearn shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Math Magic or SplashLearn?

Math Magic ships an update monthly, and SplashLearn every 9 days. Most recently, Math Magic was updated on September 28, 2026 and SplashLearn on September 29, 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.*