Comparison

MathBoard vs Splash Mini

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

Head to head
About

MathBoard

This app offers a customizable math learning experience for children, adapting to various skill levels from basic arithmetic to algebra. It provides interactive tools like a scratchboard and a problem solver to teach problem-solving logic, not just memorization.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step problem solver
  • Random equation generation
  • Customizable number ranges
  • Intelligent wrong-answer generation
  • Built-in scratchboard
  • Multiple student profiles
  • Progress tracking
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MathBoard® is a powerful and highly configurable math learning app designed for children of all ages. From simple addition and subtraction in early grades to more advanced multiplication, division, and even algebraic equations, MathBoard adapts to meet each student’s level and pace. More than just drills, MathBoard encourages students to truly learn how to solve problems—not just guess the answers. With multiple question styles (including multiple choice and fill-in-the-blank), a built-in scratchboard for working out problems, and an interactive Problem Solver, MathBoard guides students step by step through the logic behind each answer. The app includes a variety of math activities such as Find the Sign, Equality/Inequality, and Match Math, making learning both engaging and effective. Difficulty levels automatically adjust based on your settings, ensuring that practice stays aligned with the student’s progress. What Teachers Are Saying “This is the best integer practice app or program I have found in 34 years of teaching math.” — Tim Seiber, Math Teacher “MathBoard has charm without losing track of its fundamental purpose.” — MacWorld (4 out of 5 mice) “A stunning app for teaching math. The number of customization options available makes this a brilliant app for making math fun.” — androapple Key Features • Step-by-step Problem Solver for addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division • Random equation generation for basic operations, squares, cubes, and square roots • Fully customizable number ranges and equation formats (e.g. 6 + x = 12) • Intelligent wrong-answer generation to discourage guessing • Built-in scratchboard for working through problems by hand • Activities and quizzes with countdown or elapsed time options • Multiple student profiles with progress tracking and sharing • Quick reference tables for counting, addition, subtraction, and multiplication • Full support for iCloud Sync • Designed for the latest Apple tech: • Apple Pencil • Apple Magic Keyboard • Text-to-Speech and Speech Input • Windowed multitasking in iPadOS 26

About

Splash Mini

This app makes mastering multiplication fun and interactive for kids in grades 2-5. Through engaging games and activities, children build confidence and fluency in times tables, while also exploring related math concepts.

Highlights
  • Multiplication times tables mastery
  • Interactive games and activities
  • Real-world multiplication scenarios
  • Properties of multiplication
  • Multi-digit addition and subtraction
  • Word problem solving
  • Mental math strategies
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Award-Winning Multiplication App Loved by Kids and Trusted by Educators! Splash Multiplication is the ultimate tool for mastering multiplication through fun, interactive games and activities. Designed for kids in Grades 2-5, it transforms math practice into an exciting adventure, helping children build confidence and fluency in multiplication. Awards & Recognitions • Winner of Tabby Awards for Best Educational App. • Featured as “No. 1 Education App” by Apple. • Loved by millions of kids, teachers, and parents worldwide. Why families love Splash Multiplication! "My child finally understands multiplication! This app makes learning fun and effective." – Parent of a 3rd Grader "It’s not just about multiplication—my daughter is also improving in other math areas. Highly recommend!" – Parent of a 4th Grader "The games are so engaging that my son doesn’t even realize he’s practicing math!" – Parent of a 2nd Grader Skills Your Child Will Master Multiplication and Beyond: • Understanding and memorizing times tables. • Using multiplication in real-world scenarios. • Exploring properties of multiplication (commutative, associative, and distributive). Additional Math Skills: • Multi-digit addition and subtraction. • Solving word problems. • Strengthening mental math strategies. • Introducing division as the inverse of multiplication. This app ensures a well-rounded approach to math learning while helping your child build a strong foundation in multiplication! Subscription & Free Trial Start for free and explore all the features with our trial. After the trial, choose a flexible subscription plan for unlimited access to all games and activities. Support We’re here for you! Reach out anytime at: https://support.splashlearn.com/hc/en-us Stay Connected Follow us for tips, updates, and fun activities on: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/splashlearn/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/splashlearnofficial • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SplashLearn • X: https://x.com/splashlearn Privacy & Terms Your child’s privacy is our top priority. Learn more: • Privacy Policy: https://www.splashlearn.com/privacy • Terms of Use: https://www.splashlearn.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

MathBoard4 screens
Splash Mini4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Splash Mini at Free against MathBoard's $4.99. Splash Mini also leads on ratings volume (6.7K vs 448) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). MathBoard's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and review sentiment (73% vs 53%). On rating, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Splash Mini is free to download; MathBoard costs $4.99 up front. Splash Mini sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. MathBoard asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for MathBoard against 4.5 for Splash Mini. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Splash Mini has 6.7K ratings behind it against 448, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of MathBoard's written reviews are positive against 53% of Splash Mini's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MathBoard ships an update every 2 months, Splash Mini every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
MathBoard versus Splash Mini: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMathBoardSplash Mini
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (448 ratings)4.5 (6.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.7% of reviews — better53.5% of reviews
Number of ratings4486.7K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB495 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPalaSoftware Inc.StudyPad, Inc.

Customer experience

MathBoard

All ratings448 ratings
Positive86.2%
Neutral3.6%
Negative10.3%
Written reviews220 reviews
Positive72.7%
Neutral10.0%
Negative17.3%

Splash Mini

All ratings6,673 ratings
Positive86.6%
Neutral4.0%
Negative9.3%
Written reviews245 reviews
Positive53.5%
Neutral9.0%
Negative37.6%

User reviews

MathBoard

From 448 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great way to keep up math skills
  • 👍 Customizable quizzes
  • 👍 Chalkboard feature for working out problems
  • 👍 Tracks progress and results
  • 👍 Flexible settings to target specific skills

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes
  • 🔍 Limited options for restricting problem types
  • 🔍 Clunky number input method
  • 🔍 Voice/audio can be annoying
  • 🔍 Lack of handwriting recognition

Splash Mini

From 6.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fun learning experience
  • 👍 Engaging and interactive
  • 🤩 Helps improve math skills
  • 💯 Great for practicing math
  • 👏 Excellent customer support

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🔒 Locked behind paywall
  • 🙄 Misleading 'free' claims
  • 🐛 Bugs and crashes
  • 😒 Limited free content

Bugs and requests

MathBoard

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Problems with saving quiz settings
  • Incorrect answers marked as wrong
  • App crashes when interrupted by other apps

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add fractions, decimals, and more advanced math concepts
  • Improve number input with keypad
  • Allow creating custom quizzes
  • Provide more detailed progress tracking and analytics
  • Add parental controls to lock settings

Splash Mini

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App freezes and crashes
  • Subscription issues and billing problems
  • Compatibility problems on certain devices
  • Incorrect math answers or explanations

Requested features

5 requests
  • More free content and activities
  • Customizable difficulty levels
  • Expanded grade levels
  • Improved user interface
  • Offline mode

In-app purchases

None

MathBoard

No in-app purchases

12 purchases

Splash Mini

Subscriptions11
  • Monthly Plan + Trial (Math)7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Splash Math7 Days trial2 variants$9.991 Month
  • One Month Full Access7 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • Monthly Plan: Trial (Math+ELA)7 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • SplashLearn Solo - Monthly7 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • SplashLearn Membership Monthly7 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • 3 Month Full Access7 Days trial$29.993 Months
  • Splash Math7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • One Year Full Access7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • SplashLearn Membership Yearly7 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • Annual Plan + Trial (Math+ELA)7 Days trial$89.991 Year
One-time1
  • Grade 3 Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is MathBoard free?
MathBoard costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Splash Mini free?
Splash Mini is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MathBoard or Splash Mini?
Splash Mini is rated higher. MathBoard averages 4.4 out of 5 from 448 ratings, while Splash Mini averages 4.5 from 6.7K ratings.
Do MathBoard or Splash Mini have ads?
Neither MathBoard nor Splash Mini shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MathBoard or Splash Mini?
MathBoard ships an update every 2 months, and Splash Mini every 3 weeks. Most recently, MathBoard was updated on September 30, 2026 and Splash Mini on October 1, 2026.

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