# READING MAGIC 2 vs BOT 3rd

The clearest difference is rating: READING MAGIC 2 at 4.8 against BOT 3rd's 3.0. READING MAGIC 2 also leads on ratings volume (21 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.7 vs 15.6). BOT 3rd's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. READING MAGIC 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BOT 3rd 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 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

READING MAGIC 2 ships an update every 19 months, BOT 3rd every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | READING MAGIC 2 | BOT 3rd |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-magic-2/id432526055/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bot-3rd-4th-grade-music-memory/id1049572032/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **21** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 81.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | **Every 12 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 258 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.7** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PRESCHOOL UNIVERSITY](https://appshunter.io/developer/404048727) | [Peggy Markham](https://appshunter.io/developer/951379850) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### BOT 3rd

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bot-3rd-4th-grade-music-memory/id1049572032)

This app helps 3rd and 4th graders prepare for the Texas UIL Music Memory contest. It features full songListenings, flash facts on selections and composers, and practice quizzes with random clips. Users can also practice matching works, selections, and composers, and typing for tie-breakers.

**Highlights:** Listen to 16 full-length contest songs, View flash facts on selections and composers, Take quizzes over random song clips, Match major work, selection, and composer, Practice typing major work and composer, Spelling and punctuation practice

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is READING MAGIC 2 free?

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

### Is BOT 3rd free?

BOT 3rd is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, READING MAGIC 2 or BOT 3rd?

READING MAGIC 2 is rated higher. READING MAGIC 2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while BOT 3rd averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do READING MAGIC 2 or BOT 3rd have ads?

Neither READING MAGIC 2 nor BOT 3rd shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, READING MAGIC 2 or BOT 3rd?

READING MAGIC 2 ships an update every 19 months, and BOT 3rd every 12 months. Most recently, READING MAGIC 2 was updated on November 1, 2026 and BOT 3rd on November 2, 2026.

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