# READING MAGIC 2 vs Pearson TELL

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pearson TELL at none against READING MAGIC 2's 1. Pearson TELL also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 19 months) and review sentiment (100% vs 81%). READING MAGIC 2's advantage is ratings volume (21 vs 3) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating and ads there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for READING MAGIC 2 against 4.7 for Pearson TELL. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: READING MAGIC 2 has 21 ratings behind it against 3, 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 100% of Pearson TELL's.

READING MAGIC 2 ships an update every 19 months, Pearson TELL every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | READING MAGIC 2 | Pearson TELL |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-magic-2/id432526055/reviews)** | [4.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pearson-tell/id991402030/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **21** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 81.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 258 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.7 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PRESCHOOL UNIVERSITY](https://appshunter.io/developer/404048727) | [Pearson Education, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/386384450) |

## 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 |


### Pearson TELL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pearson-tell/id991402030)

This app offers a self-administered online language proficiency assessment for K-12 students. It includes various tests to monitor progress and provide schools with insights into students' language skills, informing instructional decisions. Results are available quickly thanks to innovative speech and writing evaluation technology.

**Highlights:** K-12 language proficiency assessment, Screener, diagnostic, and progress monitoring tests, Measures listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills, Innovative speech and writing evaluation technology, Fast, reliable scored results, Detailed reporting for schools and districts

**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 Pearson TELL free?

Pearson TELL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, READING MAGIC 2 or Pearson TELL?

READING MAGIC 2 is rated higher. READING MAGIC 2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Pearson TELL averages 4.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do READING MAGIC 2 or Pearson TELL have ads?

Neither READING MAGIC 2 nor Pearson TELL shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, READING MAGIC 2 or Pearson TELL?

READING MAGIC 2 ships an update every 19 months, and Pearson TELL every 3 months. Most recently, READING MAGIC 2 was updated on October 29, 2026 and Pearson TELL on October 29, 2026.

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