# READING MAGIC 2 vs Clockwork Puzzle

The clearest difference is rating: READING MAGIC 2 at 4.5 against Clockwork Puzzle's 3.3. READING MAGIC 2 also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 73%). Clockwork Puzzle's advantage is update cadence (every 9 months vs every 19 months) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 13.7). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. READING MAGIC 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Clockwork Puzzle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

READING MAGIC 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of READING MAGIC 2's written reviews are positive against 73% of Clockwork Puzzle's.

READING MAGIC 2 ships an update every 19 months, Clockwork Puzzle every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | READING MAGIC 2 | Clockwork Puzzle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-magic-2/id432526055/reviews)** | [3.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clockwork-puzzle-learn-to-tell-time/id541556830/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **81.3% of reviews** | 73.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | **Every 9 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 258 MB | 149 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.7 | **6.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PRESCHOOL UNIVERSITY](https://appshunter.io/developer/404048727) | [Keaton.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/464191934) |

## 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 |


### Clockwork Puzzle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clockwork-puzzle-learn-to-tell-time/id541556830)

This educational app helps children learn to tell time through interactive puzzles. It offers various assembly tasks and play modes with adjustable difficulty levels, supporting visual and auditory learning.

**Highlights:** 5 kinds of assembly puzzles, Adjustable difficulty levels, Auditory time speaking, Hint button for assistance, Universal iPhone/iPad support, Assembly and individual task modes

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Full Version | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is READING MAGIC 2 free?

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

### Is Clockwork Puzzle free?

Clockwork Puzzle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, READING MAGIC 2 or Clockwork Puzzle?

READING MAGIC 2 is rated higher. READING MAGIC 2 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Clockwork Puzzle averages 3.3 from 4 ratings.

### Do READING MAGIC 2 or Clockwork Puzzle have ads?

Neither READING MAGIC 2 nor Clockwork Puzzle shows ads.

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

READING MAGIC 2 ships an update every 19 months, and Clockwork Puzzle every 9 months. Most recently, READING MAGIC 2 was updated on November 6, 2026 and Clockwork Puzzle on November 1, 2026.

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