Algebra Concepts for iPad vs Graphing Gala
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Algebra Concepts for iPad
This interactive system offers instruction in algebra from 7th grade enrichment through adult levels. It introduces terminology, builds understanding through exploration, and supports confidence development with lessons, tools, and quizzes.
- Algebra terminology and concepts
- Exploratory tools (algebra tiles)
- Reference system
- Quizzes with random questions
- Online curriculum support
- Interactive lessons
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Algebra Concepts is an interactive learning system designed to provide instruction in mathematics at the 7th grade enrichment through adult levels. The instructional goals for Algebra Concepts include the following objectives: 1. To introduce the terminology and concepts related to algebra. 2. To incrementally build an understanding of fundamental concepts by providing an easy-to-use format for exploring algebra. 3. To support the development of a student's sense of confidence in his/her mathematical ability. Topics * Variables and Expressions * Properties of Real Numbers * Solving Equations * Polynomials * Factoring Polynomials Algebra Concepts uses a variety of educational approaches. It includes a lessons, an exploratory tool for open-ended investigations (algebra tiles), a reference system, and quizzes with randomly generated questions and a complimentary online curriculum.
Graphing Gala
Solve math puzzles by placing coins on coordinates to earn virtual currency. Use your earnings to create a custom Gala animation. This educational game is designed for young learners.
- Coordinate plotting puzzles
- Coin collection mechanics
- Virtual currency earning
- Gala animation design
- Educational math content
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Pick the correct coins on the correct coordinates to earn money to design a Gala animation.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Graphing Gala at Free against Algebra Concepts for iPad's $1.99. Graphing Gala also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.0) and device support (3 vs 1). Algebra Concepts for iPad's advantage is update cadence (every 10 months vs every 41 months). On ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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
Graphing Gala is free to download; Algebra Concepts for iPad costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Graphing Gala holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
Algebra Concepts for iPad ships an update every 10 months, Graphing Gala every 41 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.
| Parameter | Algebra Concepts for iPad | Graphing Gala |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months — better | Every 41 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 8.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ventura Educational Systems | Hooda Math |
Customer experience
Algebra Concepts for iPad
Graphing Gala
In-app purchases
Algebra Concepts for iPad
No in-app purchases
Graphing Gala
No in-app purchases
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