# Splash Math vs 3rd Grade Math Learning Games

The clearest difference is rating: Splash Math at 4.6 against 3rd Grade Math Learning Games's 4.3. Splash Math also leads on ratings volume (4.5K vs 235) and chart position (#193 vs unranked). 3rd Grade Math Learning Games's advantage is review sentiment (71% vs 63%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Splash Math sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and 3rd Grade Math Learning Games sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Splash Math holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Splash Math has 4.5K ratings behind it against 235, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 63% of Splash Math's written reviews are positive against 71% of 3rd Grade Math Learning Games'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, 3rd Grade Math Learning Games monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Splash Math | 3rd Grade Math Learning Games |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (4.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splash-math-k-5-learning-app/id463471155/reviews)** | [4.3 (235 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3rd-grade-math-learning-games/id6447770248/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4.5K** | 235 |
| Positive reviews | 62.6% of reviews | **71.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#193** | — |
| Size | 493 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [StudyPad, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/432105528) | [Smart Kidz Club Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/947115810) |

## What reviewers say

### Splash Math

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

**Currently charting:** #193 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


### 3rd Grade Math Learning Games

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3rd-grade-math-learning-games/id6447770248)

This app offers curriculum-aligned math games for 8-9-year-olds to master grade 3 skills. It includes practice and test modes with detailed feedback, covering topics from fractions to geometry. A scratchpad feature aids complex problem-solving.

**Highlights:** Curriculum-aligned math skills, Practice and test modes, Scratchpad for problem-solving, Covers fractions, geometry, decimals, Detailed feedback and explanations, No ads or distractions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Math Practice for Grade 3:1W | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Math Practice for Grade 3:1M | $2.99 | per month |
| Math Practice for Grade 3:3M | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| Math Practice for Grade 3:6M | $4.99 | per 6 months |
| Lifetime access to all content | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Splash Math free?

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

### Is 3rd Grade Math Learning Games free?

3rd Grade Math Learning Games is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Splash Math or 3rd Grade Math Learning Games?

Splash Math is rated higher. Splash Math averages 4.6 out of 5 from 4.5K ratings, while 3rd Grade Math Learning Games averages 4.3 from 235 ratings.

### Do Splash Math or 3rd Grade Math Learning Games have ads?

Neither Splash Math nor 3rd Grade Math Learning Games shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Splash Math or 3rd Grade Math Learning Games?

Splash Math ships an update every 3 weeks, and 3rd Grade Math Learning Games monthly. Most recently, Splash Math was updated on September 23, 2026 and 3rd Grade Math Learning Games on September 3, 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.*