# READING MAGIC 2 vs Balance It

The clearest difference is rating: READING MAGIC 2 at 4.5 against Balance It's 4.0. READING MAGIC 2 also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (81% vs 57%). Balance It's advantage is update cadence (every 5 months vs every 19 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. READING MAGIC 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Balance It sells 3 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 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of READING MAGIC 2's written reviews are positive against 57% of Balance It's.

READING MAGIC 2 ships an update every 19 months, Balance It every 5 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | READING MAGIC 2 | Balance It |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-magic-2/id432526055/reviews)** | [4.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/balance-it-task-cards/id630956844/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **81.3% of reviews** | 57.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | **Every 5 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 258 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.7** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PRESCHOOL UNIVERSITY](https://appshunter.io/developer/404048727) | [ConnectedPE Pty ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1213598156) |

## 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 |


### Balance It

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/balance-it-task-cards/id630956844)

This app transforms physical education by gamifying balance skill development. It offers individual, partner, and group challenges, progress tracking, and a routine maker. Interactive games and curriculum-aligned resources enhance engagement for students and educators.

**Highlights:** Individual, partner, and group balance challenges, XP tracking and achievement milestones, Custom routine creation tool, Interactive balance games, Curriculum-aligned lesson plans, Printable teaching resources

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Teacher Pack | $12.99 | one-time |
| Class Pack - 30 seats | $29.00 | one-time |
| Class Pack - 100 seats | $49.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is READING MAGIC 2 free?

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

### Is Balance It free?

Balance It is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, READING MAGIC 2 or Balance It?

READING MAGIC 2 is rated higher. READING MAGIC 2 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Balance It averages 4.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do READING MAGIC 2 or Balance It have ads?

Balance It shows ads; READING MAGIC 2 does not.

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

READING MAGIC 2 ships an update every 19 months, and Balance It every 5 months. Most recently, READING MAGIC 2 was updated on November 6, 2026 and Balance It 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.*