# Splash Mini vs Kids Academy Learning Games

Splash Mini and Kids Academy Learning Games both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 76% of Kids Academy Learning Games's written reviews are positive against 53% of Splash Mini's. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Splash Mini sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Kids Academy Learning Games sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Splash Mini against 4.3 for Kids Academy Learning Games. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6.7K and 6.5K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 53% of Splash Mini's written reviews are positive against 76% of Kids Academy Learning Games's.

Splash Mini ships an update every 3 weeks, Kids Academy Learning Games every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Splash Mini | Kids Academy Learning Games |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (6.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splash-mini-multiplication/id449564960/reviews)** | [4.3 (6.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kids-academy-learning-games/id543851593/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.7K** | 6.5K |
| Positive reviews | 53.5% of reviews | **75.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 495 MB | 149 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [StudyPad, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/432105528) | [Kids Academy Co apps: Preschool & Kindergarten Learning Kids Games, Educational Books, Free Songs](https://appshunter.io/developer/528233125) |

## What reviewers say

### Splash Mini

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splash-mini-multiplication/id449564960)

This app makes mastering multiplication fun and interactive for kids in grades 2-5. Through engaging games and activities, children build confidence and fluency in times tables, while also exploring related math concepts.

**Highlights:** Multiplication times tables mastery, Interactive games and activities, Real-world multiplication scenarios, Properties of multiplication, Multi-digit addition and subtraction, Word problem solving, Mental math strategies

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan + Trial (Math) | $7.99 | per month |
| Splash Math | $9.99 | per month |
| One Month Full Access | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan: Trial (Math+ELA) | $11.99 | per month |
| SplashLearn Solo - Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| SplashLearn Membership Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| 3 Month Full Access | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Splash Math | $59.99 | per year |
| One Year Full Access | $59.99 | per year |
| SplashLearn Membership Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Annual Plan + Trial (Math+ELA) | $89.99 | per year |
| Grade 3 Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun learning experience
- 👍 Engaging and interactive
- 🤩 Helps improve math skills
- 💯 Great for practicing math
- 👏 Excellent customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Locked behind paywall
- 🙄 Misleading 'free' claims
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 😒 Limited free content

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes and crashes
- Subscription issues and billing problems
- Compatibility problems on certain devices
- Incorrect math answers or explanations

**Requested features**

- More free content and activities
- Customizable difficulty levels
- Expanded grade levels
- Improved user interface
- Offline mode


### Kids Academy Learning Games

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kids-academy-learning-games/id543851593)

This comprehensive learning app offers over 5,000 engaging activities, including games, videos, and worksheets, designed for children aged 2 to 10. It covers essential subjects like math, writing, and reading, with a focus on developing critical thinking and motor skills through interactive gameplay and off-screen activities.

**Highlights:** 5,000+ educational games, videos, and printables, Covers math, writing, phonics, and reading, Augmented reality worksheets and off-screen activities, Chess course for brain development, Detailed learning progress reports, Parental control and COPPA/FERPA compliant

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tracing letters and numbers | $9.99 | per month |
| Kids Academy Learning Games | $19.99 | per month |
| Preschool kids learning games | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Educational games for children | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| Kindergarten learning for kids | $64.99 | per year |
| Gifted & Talented Membership | $129.99 | per year |
| Full ABC | $2.99 | one-time |
| ABC Tracing | $2.99 | one-time |
| Preschool Kids Games & Puzzles:  Montessori math drill (1 - 10) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Preschool Kids Games & Puzzles:  All in one Activity Center | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great learning app
- 👍 Engaging and interactive
- 🤩 Bright and colorful design
- 🧠 Helps develop cognitive skills
- 👨‍🏫 Useful for homeschooling

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find content
- 🤖 Lack of personalization and AI-driven learning
- 🔒 Issues with cancelling subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Worksheets not registering correct answers
- App freezing during activities
- Subscription issues and unauthorized charges

**Requested features**

- Offline mode for use without internet
- More age-appropriate content and difficulty levels
- Ability to track individual child's progress
- Integration with other educational platforms


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Splash Mini free?

Splash Mini is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Kids Academy Learning Games free?

Kids Academy Learning Games is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Splash Mini or Kids Academy Learning Games?

Splash Mini is rated higher. Splash Mini averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6.7K ratings, while Kids Academy Learning Games averages 4.3 from 6.5K ratings.

### Do Splash Mini or Kids Academy Learning Games have ads?

Neither Splash Mini nor Kids Academy Learning Games shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Splash Mini or Kids Academy Learning Games?

Splash Mini ships an update every 3 weeks, and Kids Academy Learning Games every 5 weeks. Most recently, Splash Mini was updated on November 1, 2026 and Kids Academy Learning Games on October 31, 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.*