# Splash Math vs Math Duel

The clearest difference is monetization model: Splash Math at free with in-app purchases against Math Duel's subscription. Splash Math also leads on ratings volume (4.5K vs 426) and chart position (#195 vs unranked). Math Duel's advantage is review sentiment (83% vs 63%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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 Duel sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Splash Math against 4.7 for Math Duel. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Splash Math has 4.5K ratings behind it against 426, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 63% of Splash Math's written reviews are positive against 83% of Math Duel's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Splash Math | Math Duel |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (4.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splash-math-k-5-learning-app/id463471155/reviews) | **[4.7 (426 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-duel-imath-is-fun-math/id1615571732/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.5K** | 426 |
| Positive reviews | 62.6% of reviews | **83.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#195** | — |
| Size | 493 MB | 728 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) | [Math Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1575398499) |

## What reviewers say

### Splash Math

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

**Currently charting:** #195 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 Duel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-duel-imath-is-fun-math/id1615571732)

Learn math through engaging gameplay with cute characters and relaxing music. Practice writing numbers and master all four basic operations with over a thousand exercises. Enjoy an ad-free, stress-free learning environment designed for kids of all ages.

**Highlights:** Ad-free experience, Number writing practice, Over 1000 exercises, Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, Cute chibi characters, Constant content updates

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Easy Math Game | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Easy Math Game | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Easy Math | $9.99 | per month |
| Easy Math | $24.99 | per month |
| Math Learner | $29.99 | per year |
| Math Games | $299.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Splash Math free?

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

### Is Math Duel free?

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

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

Math Duel is rated higher. Splash Math averages 4.6 out of 5 from 4.5K ratings, while Math Duel averages 4.7 from 426 ratings.

### Do Splash Math or Math Duel have ads?

Neither Splash Math nor Math Duel shows ads.

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

Splash Math ships an update every 3 weeks, and Math Duel every 3 weeks. Most recently, Splash Math was updated on September 23, 2026 and Math Duel on September 22, 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.*