Comparison

Multiplication School ! ! vs Sherlock Classic Reader

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Multiplication School ! !

Master long multiplication with guided practice. This app offers step-by-step tutorials, hints, and practice problems ranging from simple to complex multi-digit calculations. Adjust animation speed and get help when you need it.

Highlights
  • 1-5 digit top factor
  • 1-3 digit bottom factor
  • Random or custom problems
  • Adjustable tutorial animation speed
  • Step-by-step solution tutorial
  • Hint and help buttons
Features
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Multiplication School ! ! is a great way to learn and practice long multiplication. From simple 1-digit problems to more advanced multi-digit problems, Multiplication School ! ! will provide the user the necessary guidance and practice to master long multiplication. Features: 1) 1 to 5 digits in the top factor 2) 1 to 3 digits in the bottom factor 3) Random or custom user entered problems 4) Tutorial animation speed setting 5) "Play Tutorial" button to show the step by step solution for each problem 6) "Hint" button for instructional guidance on current step 7) "Help" button for automatic completion of current step If you like this app, please consider giving it a rating. Your support will help keep the updates coming! Thank you for your support!

About

Sherlock Classic Reader

Features
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Step into 221B Baker Street with The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1892, public domain). This app brings Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic stories to life in a modern, interactive way. Features you’ll love: Daily Quotes – Get inspired by timeless Sherlock insights. Quick Quizzes – Test your knowledge with instant feedback. Listen to Stories – Built-in audio playback for hands-free reading. Distraction-Free Reading – Clean design with smooth navigation. Make It Yours – Switch Light/Dark mode, font size, and colors. Smart Search – Quickly find quotes, passages, and themes. Who it’s for: Fans of detective fiction Students of literature Readers who want a modern way to enjoy classic mysteries Rediscover Holmes and Watson’s adventures—read, listen, and explore anywhere, anytime. Disclaimer This app is based on public domain works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Conan Doyle Estate.

Screenshots

Multiplication School ! !4 screens
Sherlock Classic Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Sherlock Classic Reader at Free against Multiplication School ! !'s $4.99. Sherlock Classic Reader also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 12 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Multiplication School ! !'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Sherlock Classic Reader is free to download; Multiplication School ! ! costs $4.99 up front. Sherlock Classic Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Multiplication School ! ! asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Multiplication School ! ! ships an update every 12 months, Sherlock Classic Reader every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Multiplication School ! ! versus Sherlock Classic Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMultiplication School ! !Sherlock Classic Reader
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHorizon Business, Inc.Ibrahim Amer

In-app purchases

None

Multiplication School ! !

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Sherlock Classic Reader

One-time1
  • Remove Ads (Lifetime)$1.99

Questions

Is Multiplication School ! ! free?
Multiplication School ! ! costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sherlock Classic Reader free?
Sherlock Classic Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Multiplication School ! ! or Sherlock Classic Reader have ads?
Both Multiplication School ! ! and Sherlock Classic Reader show ads.
Which is updated more often, Multiplication School ! ! or Sherlock Classic Reader?
Multiplication School ! ! ships an update every 12 months, and Sherlock Classic Reader every 5 days. Most recently, Multiplication School ! ! was updated on September 29, 2026 and Sherlock Classic Reader on September 13, 2026.

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