# READING MAGIC 2 vs Reading For All Learners 1

The clearest difference is update cadence: Reading For All Learners 1 at every 5 months against READING MAGIC 2's every 19 months. Reading For All Learners 1 also leads on ratings volume (57 vs 8). READING MAGIC 2's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.3). On price, review sentiment, 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 Reading For All Learners 1 sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

READING MAGIC 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Reading For All Learners 1 has 57 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 81% of READING MAGIC 2's written reviews are positive against 85% of Reading For All Learners 1's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

READING MAGIC 2 ships an update every 19 months, Reading For All Learners 1 every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | READING MAGIC 2 | Reading For All Learners 1 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-magic-2/id432526055/reviews)** | [4.3 (57 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-for-all-learners-1-8/id576498956/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **57** |
| Positive reviews | 81.3% of reviews | **85.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | **Every 5 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 258 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.7 | **12.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PRESCHOOL UNIVERSITY](https://appshunter.io/developer/404048727) | [Academic Success For All Learners Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/576498959) |

## 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 |


### Reading For All Learners 1

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-for-all-learners-1-8/id576498956)

This app provides a structured phonics-based reading program for learners of all levels, including those with reading disabilities. It features interactive books with audio support, comprehension checks, and customizable controls to aid in developing essential reading skills.

**Highlights:** Audio prompts and word sounding, Audio recording of student reading, Comprehension assessments, Systematic skill introduction, Customizable audio and visual controls, Decodable text

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Books 3 to 7 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Books 8 to 12 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Books 13 to 17 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Books 23 to 27 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Set 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Set 2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Set 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Set 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| All Sets | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📚 Excellent for teaching reading
- 👍 Great for emergent readers
- 💡 Interactive and engaging
- 🌟 Well-sequenced learning
- 📱 Convenient app version

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Expensive past purchases
- 🔄 Subscription model frustration
- 📱 App not updating
- 🐛 App crashes
- ❌ Content not accessible

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when pairing devices
- App does not update to new phones
- Purchased content not showing after restore
- Reader management closes the app
- App not working for over a year

**Requested features**

- Add more upper-level book sets to the app
- Include games for spelling words
- Allow recording of entire story in child's voice
- Add comprehension questions at the end of books
- Make it easier to check off books and find key sounds/words


## Frequently asked questions

### Is READING MAGIC 2 free?

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

### Is Reading For All Learners 1 free?

Reading For All Learners 1 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, READING MAGIC 2 or Reading For All Learners 1?

READING MAGIC 2 is rated higher. READING MAGIC 2 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Reading For All Learners 1 averages 4.3 from 57 ratings.

### Do READING MAGIC 2 or Reading For All Learners 1 have ads?

Neither READING MAGIC 2 nor Reading For All Learners 1 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, READING MAGIC 2 or Reading For All Learners 1?

READING MAGIC 2 ships an update every 19 months, and Reading For All Learners 1 every 5 months. Most recently, READING MAGIC 2 was updated on November 6, 2026 and Reading For All Learners 1 on November 1, 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.*