# SPELLING MAGIC 2 vs Funbrain Jr.

The clearest difference is rating: SPELLING MAGIC 2 at 4.3 against Funbrain Jr.'s 3.6. SPELLING MAGIC 2 also leads on review sentiment (63% vs 33%). Funbrain Jr.'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (55 vs 16). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

SPELLING MAGIC 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 55 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of SPELLING MAGIC 2's written reviews are positive against 33% of Funbrain Jr.'s.

## The numbers

| Metric | SPELLING MAGIC 2 | Funbrain Jr. |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spelling-magic-2/id438133737/reviews)** | [3.6 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/funbrain-jr/id692246718/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 16 | **55** |
| Positive reviews | **62.5% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 185 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.4 | **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

### SPELLING MAGIC 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spelling-magic-2/id438133737)

This app teaches children to read by focusing on consonant blend words. It uses interactive activities to help build words and understand letter sounds, aligning with Science of Reading principles. Two versions are available, offering different word counts and customization options.

**Highlights:** Teaches CVCC and CCVC words, Focuses on letter sounds and word construction, Word Building section, Moveable Alphabet section, Two levels of challenge, Developed with educators and Montessori principles

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Deluxe Upgrade | $1.99 | 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 SPELLING MAGIC 2 free?

SPELLING 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, SPELLING MAGIC 2 or Funbrain Jr.?

SPELLING MAGIC 2 is rated higher. SPELLING MAGIC 2 averages 4.3 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while Funbrain Jr. averages 3.6 from 55 ratings.

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

Neither SPELLING 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.*