# Splash Math vs Master Math Island

The clearest difference is rating: Splash Math at 4.6 against Master Math Island's 3.0. Splash Math also leads on ratings volume (4.5K vs 4) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Splash Math sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Master Math Island sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Splash Math holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Splash Math has 4.5K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Splash Math's written reviews are positive against 50% of Master Math Island's.

Splash Math ships an update every 3 weeks, Master Math Island every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and August 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Splash Math | Master Math Island |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (4.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splash-math-k-5-learning-app/id463471155/reviews)** | [3.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/master-math-island/id6449206772/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4.5K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **62.6% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#186** | — |
| Size | 493 MB | 498 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [StudyPad, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/432105528) | [Blake eLearning](https://appshunter.io/developer/530378341) |

## What reviewers say

### Splash Math

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

**Currently charting:** #186 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


### Master Math Island

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/master-math-island/id6449206772)

This app offers a fun and engaging way to learn and practice math for ages 7-70. Through hundreds of motivating games, users can conquer number facts, build confidence, and earn in-game rewards while developing their math skills in an immersive world.

**Highlights:** Step-by-step math learning sequence, Hundreds of motivating math games, In-game rewards and progress tracking, World building and island customization, Practice basic math facts, Enhance recall, speed, and accuracy

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Simple Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Big Bundle | $5.99 | one-time |
| Modest Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| Big Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Big Bundle | $12.99 | one-time |
| Big Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| Complete Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Splash Math free?

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

### Is Master Math Island free?

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

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

Splash Math is rated higher. Splash Math averages 4.6 out of 5 from 4.5K ratings, while Master Math Island averages 3.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Splash Math or Master Math Island have ads?

Neither Splash Math nor Master Math Island shows ads.

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

Splash Math ships an update every 3 weeks, and Master Math Island every 4 months. Most recently, Splash Math was updated on September 25, 2026 and Master Math Island on August 13, 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.*