# Basic Math vs READING MAGIC 2

The clearest difference is rating: READING MAGIC 2 at 4.8 against Basic Math's 3.0. READING MAGIC 2 also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (81% vs 64%). Basic Math's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 19 months). On price there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. READING MAGIC 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Basic Math asks for nothing beyond the download.

READING MAGIC 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: READING MAGIC 2 has 21 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Basic Math's written reviews are positive against 81% of READING MAGIC 2's.

Basic Math ships an update every 2 months, READING MAGIC 2 every 19 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Basic Math | READING MAGIC 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basic-math/id291808633/reviews) | **[4.8 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-magic-2/id432526055/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **21** |
| Positive reviews | 63.9% of reviews | **81.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 19 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 258 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **13.7** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Explorer Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/290940392) | [PRESCHOOL UNIVERSITY](https://appshunter.io/developer/404048727) |

## What reviewers say

### Basic Math

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basic-math/id291808633)

Practice essential math skills through repetitive exercises. This app offers addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division problems suitable for children and adults. An optional upgrade unlocks advanced features like a numeric keypad, customizable difficulty, and performance tracking.

**Highlights:** Addition exercises, Subtraction exercises, Multiplication exercises, Division exercises, Adjustable difficulty, Performance reporting

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good for brushing up math skills
- 👍 Helps improve math abilities
- 👍 Allows setting max/min problem values
- 👍 Good for practicing specific multiplication problems
- 👍 Cool math game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 No percents offered
- 👎 App abruptly stops when checking Report Card
- 👎 Cannot adjust number of problems per session
- 👎 Tic Tac Toe mode assumes two players
- 👎 Does not teach math, only runs through problems

**Reported bugs**

- Application abruptly stops when checking Report Card
- Tic Tac Toe mode instantly presumes two players
- Timer only counts up and not down
- Requires iOS 4, not compatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Offer percents
- Allow adjustment of problems per session
- Option to change Tic Tac Toe mode to single player
- Explain why questions were missed
- Make timer count down


### READING MAGIC 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-magic-2/id432526055)

This app helps children master consonant blends, a key skill for reading success. It offers interactive modes for blending sounds, segmenting words, and independent reading practice with over 300 words and engaging themes.

**Highlights:** Blending Mode for sound practice, Segmenting Mode for word breakdown, Reading Mode for independent word reading, Focus on CCVC and CVCC words, Advanced consonant blend practice, Over 300 words with male/female voices, Themed lessons for engagement

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Deluxe Upgrade | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Basic Math free?

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

### Is READING MAGIC 2 free?

READING MAGIC 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Basic Math or READING MAGIC 2?

READING MAGIC 2 is rated higher. Basic Math averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while READING MAGIC 2 averages 4.8 from 21 ratings.

### Do Basic Math or READING MAGIC 2 have ads?

Basic Math shows ads; READING MAGIC 2 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Basic Math or READING MAGIC 2?

Basic Math ships an update every 2 months, and READING MAGIC 2 every 19 months. Most recently, Basic Math was updated on November 6, 2026 and READING MAGIC 2 on November 10, 2026.

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