# Teaching Number Lines vs Writing Wizard

The clearest difference is rating: Writing Wizard at 4.4 against Teaching Number Lines's 3.0. Writing Wizard also leads on ratings volume (5.2K vs 2) and review sentiment (74% vs 50%). Teaching Number Lines's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Teaching Number Lines sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Writing Wizard sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Writing Wizard holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Writing Wizard has 5.2K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Teaching Number Lines's written reviews are positive against 74% of Writing Wizard's.

Teaching Number Lines ships an update every 6 months, Writing Wizard every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Teaching Number Lines | Writing Wizard |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/teaching-number-lines/id492603378/reviews) | **[4.4 (5.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writing-wizard-learn-to-write/id1305242235/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **5.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **73.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 4 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 17 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Aleesha Kondys](https://appshunter.io/developer/478569400) | [Pierre Abel](https://appshunter.io/developer/367460664) |

## What reviewers say

### Teaching Number Lines

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/teaching-number-lines/id492603378)

This app introduces young students to number lines using interactive frog characters for counting, ordering, addition, and subtraction. It helps visualize numbers and understand mathematical concepts through physical movement and step-by-step examples.

**Highlights:** Interactive number line visualization, Frog characters for steps and leaps, Counting and ordering practice, Addition and subtraction modeling, Skip counting exercises, Sequencing and number placement

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all modules | $0.99 | one-time |


### Writing Wizard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writing-wizard-learn-to-write/id1305242235)

This app helps children learn to trace letters, numbers, and words with a fun, motivating system. It offers customizable tracing practice, interactive games, and progress reports for parents and educators.

**Highlights:** Trace letters, numbers, and words, Customizable tracing practice, Interactive games and animated stickers, Create custom word lists with audio, Progress reports for tracking, Printable PDF worksheets

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access - Monthly | $2.49 | per month |
| All Letters and Numbers | $5.99 | one-time |
| Add Your Words and Word Lists | $5.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Full Access | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Engaging animations
- 💡 Customizable word lists
- 👍 Helpful for children with special needs
- 👍 Effective for improving handwriting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Locked features behind paywall
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Paid version not working as expected
- 💰 Expensive for the limited features

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to access locked features
- Purchased content not unlocking properly
- Inconsistent letter formation guidance

**Requested features**

- Add more letters, numbers, and shapes
- Allow recording of custom voice instructions
- Improve compatibility with stylus/digital pens
- Provide more customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Teaching Number Lines free?

Teaching Number Lines is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Writing Wizard free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Teaching Number Lines or Writing Wizard?

Writing Wizard is rated higher. Teaching Number Lines averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Writing Wizard averages 4.4 from 5.2K ratings.

### Do Teaching Number Lines or Writing Wizard have ads?

Neither Teaching Number Lines nor Writing Wizard shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Teaching Number Lines or Writing Wizard?

Teaching Number Lines ships an update every 6 months, and Writing Wizard every 4 months. Most recently, Teaching Number Lines was updated on October 3, 2026 and Writing Wizard on October 21, 2026.

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