# iBrainstorm vs READING MAGIC 2

The clearest difference is rating: READING MAGIC 2 at 4.5 against iBrainstorm's 3.7. READING MAGIC 2 also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 46%) and device support (3 vs 1). iBrainstorm's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 4 months vs every 19 months). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

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

READING MAGIC 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 25 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of iBrainstorm's written reviews are positive against 81% of READING MAGIC 2's.

iBrainstorm ships an update every 4 months, READING MAGIC 2 every 19 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iBrainstorm | READING MAGIC 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibrainstorm/id382252825/reviews) | **[4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-magic-2/id432526055/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **25** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 45.6% of reviews | **81.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 months** | Every 19 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 258 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.1** | 13.7 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Erik Loehfelm](https://appshunter.io/developer/316060414) | [PRESCHOOL UNIVERSITY](https://appshunter.io/developer/404048727) |

## What reviewers say

### iBrainstorm

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibrainstorm/id382252825)

This app allows users to capture and organize creative ideas on a digital canvas. Easily add notes, drawings, and arrange them visually. Share your brainstormed content seamlessly across devices.

**Highlights:** Multi-device collaboration, Add and drag-and-drop notes, Assign colors to notes, Digital drawing board, Zoom functionality, Capture and share ideas

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Great app for brainstorming and organizing ideas
- 👍 Simple and intuitive to use
- 🚀 Useful for quick note-taking and sketching
- 👍 Nice visual design and layout

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or loss of data
- 🔍 Limited functionality (e.g. no undo, no resizing of notes)
- 🔍 Difficulty deleting or clearing the workspace
- 🔍 Lack of collaboration features (e.g. no multi-user support)

**Reported bugs**

- Sticky notes sometimes disappear after reopening the app
- Drawing tools can be laggy or unresponsive
- Difficulty connecting devices for collaboration

**Requested features**

- Add undo/redo functionality
- Allow resizing and formatting of sticky notes
- Implement multi-page or infinite workspace
- Enable collaboration between multiple devices
- Add support for inserting images and documents


### 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 iBrainstorm free?

iBrainstorm 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, iBrainstorm or READING MAGIC 2?

READING MAGIC 2 is rated higher. iBrainstorm averages 3.7 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while READING MAGIC 2 averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.

### Do iBrainstorm or READING MAGIC 2 have ads?

Neither iBrainstorm nor READING MAGIC 2 shows ads.

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

iBrainstorm ships an update every 4 months, and READING MAGIC 2 every 19 months. Most recently, iBrainstorm was updated on November 1, 2026 and READING MAGIC 2 on November 6, 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.*