# Splash Math vs Math

The clearest difference is ads: Splash Math at none against Math's shown. Splash Math also leads on ratings volume (4.5K vs 19) and review sentiment (63% vs 50%). Math's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Splash Math sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Math sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Math holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Splash Math has 4.5K ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 63% of Splash Math's written reviews are positive against 50% of Math's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Splash Math ships an update every 3 weeks, Math every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and August 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Splash Math | Math |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (4.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splash-math-k-5-learning-app/id463471155/reviews) | **[4.8 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-addition-and-subtraction/id1562989947/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.5K** | 19 |
| Positive reviews | **62.6% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#189** | — |
| Size | 493 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [StudyPad, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/432105528) | [Educational apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1771484656) |

## What reviewers say

### Splash Math

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splash-math-k-5-learning-app/id463471155)

**Currently charting:** #189 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

This app transforms math practice into engaging games for children in Kindergarten through 5th grade. It helps build strong math skills, boost confidence, and foster a love for learning through adaptive play and rewards. Parents and teachers trust it for its safe, ad-free, and effective educational approach.

**Highlights:** Play-based math learning, Adaptive practice by grade level, Covers K-5 math curriculum, Rewards and streaks for motivation, Safe, ad-free experience, Builds math skills and confidence

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Month Full Access | $7.99 | per month |
| Splash Math | $9.99 | per month |
| One Month Full Access | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Math & English | $11.99 | per month |
| SplashLearn Solo - Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| SplashLearn Membership Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| 3 Month Splash Math Access | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| SplashMath 1 Year Full Access | $59.99 | per year |
| SplashLearn Solo - Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| SplashLearn Membership Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Splash Math | $79.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Math & English | $89.99 | per year |
| Splash Math | $23.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐️ Engaging and fun learning experience
- 🏆 Helps improve math skills
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 📈 Tracks progress and provides reports

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription-based model with limited free access
- 🔒 Requires personal information to sign up
- 🤔 Some questions/content not aligned with curriculum
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect scoring/feedback on answers
- Inability to sync progress across devices
- Unexpected charges and subscription issues

**Requested features**

- Add more grade levels and content
- Provide option to purchase full access without subscription
- Improve alignment with local curriculum and standards
- Fix bugs and improve stability


### Math

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-addition-and-subtraction/id1562989947)

This app offers an interactive way to practice arithmetic skills, generating unlimited exercises with a handwriting recognition feature. It aims to make learning math engaging for both children and parents through a fun, hands-on approach.

**Highlights:** Unlimited arithmetic exercises, Handwritten number recognition, Interactive learning experience, Customizable exercise generation, Full access via subscription

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Month subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium version | $12.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium version | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium version | $34.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Splash Math free?

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

### Is Math free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Splash Math or Math?

Math is rated higher. Splash Math averages 4.6 out of 5 from 4.5K ratings, while Math averages 4.8 from 19 ratings.

### Do Splash Math or Math have ads?

Math shows ads; Splash Math does not.

### Which is updated more often, Splash Math or Math?

Splash Math ships an update every 3 weeks, and Math every 9 days. Most recently, Splash Math was updated on September 25, 2026 and Math on August 18, 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.*