# READING MAGIC 2 vs Amazing Coin (USD) Learning

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Amazing Coin (USD) Learning at 450 against READING MAGIC 2's 8. Amazing Coin (USD) Learning also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.7). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. READING MAGIC 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Amazing Coin (USD) Learning sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for READING MAGIC 2 against 4.4 for Amazing Coin (USD) Learning. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Amazing Coin (USD) Learning has 450 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of READING MAGIC 2's written reviews are positive against 73% of Amazing Coin (USD) Learning's.

READING MAGIC 2 ships an update every 19 months, Amazing Coin (USD) Learning every 28 months. The most recent releases landed on November 14, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | READING MAGIC 2 | Amazing Coin (USD) Learning |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-magic-2/id432526055/reviews)** | [4.4 (450 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amazing-coin-usd-learning/id495887877/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **450** |
| Positive reviews | **81.3% of reviews** | 73.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 19 months** | Every 28 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 258 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.7 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PRESCHOOL UNIVERSITY](https://appshunter.io/developer/404048727) | [JP Game LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/452186536) |

## 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 |


### Amazing Coin (USD) Learning

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amazing-coin-usd-learning/id495887877)

This app offers interactive games to help children learn about US currency. Kids can practice identifying, counting, paying with, and making change for coins. It includes features like a reward system and customizable game settings for an engaging learning experience.

**Highlights:** Interactive coin counting games, Learn to pay and make change, Coin identification and matching, Reward system for correct answers, Customizable coin sets and games, Uninterrupted play mode

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock All Games | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and educational
- 🤩 Great for learning about money
- 🎉 Helps kids learn to count coins
- 🌟 Engaging for young children
- 🏫 Useful for teachers and students

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Confusing coin representations
- 💰 Frequent prompts to buy full version
- 🙄 Repetitive gameplay
- 🔇 Lack of sound options
- 🤯 Mislabeling of coins

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing on login screen
- Incompatibility with older devices
- Incorrect coin identification

**Requested features**

- Customizable coin selection
- More varied activities and levels
- Option to review coins and values
- Ability to track individual progress
- Integration with classroom management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is READING MAGIC 2 free?

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

### Is Amazing Coin (USD) Learning free?

Amazing Coin (USD) Learning is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, READING MAGIC 2 or Amazing Coin (USD) Learning?

READING MAGIC 2 is rated higher. READING MAGIC 2 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Amazing Coin (USD) Learning averages 4.4 from 450 ratings.

### Do READING MAGIC 2 or Amazing Coin (USD) Learning have ads?

Neither READING MAGIC 2 nor Amazing Coin (USD) Learning shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, READING MAGIC 2 or Amazing Coin (USD) Learning?

READING MAGIC 2 ships an update every 19 months, and Amazing Coin (USD) Learning every 28 months. Most recently, READING MAGIC 2 was updated on November 14, 2026 and Amazing Coin (USD) Learning on November 13, 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.*