# READING MAGIC 2 vs Funbrain Jr.

The clearest difference is review sentiment: READING MAGIC 2 at 81% against Funbrain Jr.'s 33%. READING MAGIC 2 also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.6). Funbrain Jr.'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (4.3 vs 13.7). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. READING MAGIC 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Funbrain Jr. asks for nothing beyond the download.

READING MAGIC 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 21 and 55 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of READING MAGIC 2's written reviews are positive against 33% of Funbrain Jr.'s.

## The numbers

| Metric | READING MAGIC 2 | Funbrain Jr. |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-magic-2/id432526055/reviews)** | [3.6 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/funbrain-jr/id692246718/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 21 | **55** |
| Positive reviews | **81.3% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 258 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.7 | **4.3** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PRESCHOOL UNIVERSITY](https://appshunter.io/developer/404048727) | [SandBox Group](https://appshunter.io/developer/1792410675) |

## 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 |


### Funbrain Jr.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/funbrain-jr/id692246718)

This app offers a collection of five engaging games designed for preschoolers and kindergarteners to develop early literacy, math, and problem-solving skills. Through colorful characters and interactive play, children aged 2-6 can practice letter recognition, counting, patterns, and fine motor skills.

**Highlights:** Letter recognition and sounds, Early literacy skills, Basic counting and number sets, Sequence, order, and patterns, Problem-solving, Fine motor skills development

**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 Funbrain Jr. free?

Funbrain Jr. is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, READING MAGIC 2 or Funbrain Jr.?

READING MAGIC 2 is rated higher. READING MAGIC 2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Funbrain Jr. averages 3.6 from 55 ratings.

### Do READING MAGIC 2 or Funbrain Jr. have ads?

Neither READING MAGIC 2 nor Funbrain Jr. shows ads.

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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.*