Comparison

Drill Math Word Problems vs SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Drill Math Word Problems

This app offers a distraction-free environment for children to practice and master fundamental math skills through word problems. It includes various math topics with adjustable difficulty levels and a practice mode for focused learning.

Highlights
  • Addition word problems
  • Randomly generated questions
  • Three difficulty levels
  • Practice mode
  • Customizable question types
Features
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Banana Math App is a fun way to practice and master fundamental math facts. The user interface is simple and clear with no distractions, allowing for kids to focus on learning. Some of the salient features are: - Addition Word Problems (free) - Subtraction Word Problems (locked) - Algebra Word Problems (locked) - Geometry (locked) - Time Problems (locked) - Randomly generated questions. - Three difficulty levels - Practice mode - Allows to practice a given feature. - Settings - Turn on/off the type of questions to include. Enjoy learning...

About

SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2

This app helps emerging readers transition from single words to reading full sentences. It uses a Science of Reading approach with interactive games to build foundational literacy skills. The full version offers an extensive library of sentences and personalized learning options.

Highlights
  • Build sentence reading skills
  • Based on Reading Science
  • Interactive sentence games
  • High-frequency word focus
  • Progressive learning with multisyllable words
  • Extensive sentence library (full version)
Features
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Sentence Reading Magic 2- Unlock Sentence Reading Success! Unlock your child's reading adventure with Sentence Reading Magic 2! Designed with the proven Science of Reading, this engaging app expertly bridges the gap between reading single words and tackling full books, building confidence and essential skills in emerging readers. Is your little one ready to move beyond individual words but finding the leap to reading primers challenging? Sentence Reading Magic 2 provides a gradual, enjoyable, and highly effective pathway to sentence mastery. We focus on the crucial skill of reading sentences, the often-missing link in early literacy development. *Build Sentence Reading Skills: Master reading sentences with foundational CVC and CCVC/CVCC words. *Based on Reading Science: Integrates the 5 pillars of reading: Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Vocabulary, Fluency, and Comprehension. *Interactive Fun: Four captivating sentence games make learning engaging and effective. *High-Frequency Word Focus: Five mini-games teach common high-frequency words using a phonetic approach for pattern recognition. *Progressive Learning: The final level introduces multisyllable words with closed syllables for continued growth. Upgrade to the full version of Sentence Reading Magic 2 for an even richer learning experience: 336 Sentences: Explore a vast library of sentences across 28 structured lessons. Personalized Learning: Customize with multiple sound and voice options, and three font choices. Master High-Frequency Words: Learn 36 essential irregular words, plus 100 regular pattern high-frequency words. Please note: Sentence Reading Magic 2 is most effective for children who can already consistently and easily read CVC and CCVC/CCVC short vowel words. The advanced level benefits children familiar with multisyllable words with closed syllables (e.g., basket, dentist, blanket). Created by a team of educators using proven methodologies like accelerated learning, Montessori principles, and the Science of Reading. Tested and loved by preschoolers and teachers! We are dedicated to providing the best learning experience. Your feedback and suggestions are highly valued as we continue to enhance Sentence Reading Magic 2. Give your child the magic key to reading fluency and comprehension! Download Sentence Reading Magic 2 today and watch their reading skills blossom!

Screenshots

Drill Math Word Problems4 screens
SENTENCE READING MAGIC 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2 at 100% against Drill Math Word Problems's 37%. SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2 also leads on rating (3.9 vs 3.5). Drill Math Word Problems's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 69 months). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Drill Math Word Problems asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2 holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 56 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of Drill Math Word Problems's written reviews are positive against 100% of SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Drill Math Word Problems ships an update every 2 months, SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2 every 69 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Drill Math Word Problems versus SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDrill Math Word ProblemsSENTENCE READING MAGIC 2
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (56 ratings)3.9 (12 ratings) — better
Positive reviews36.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings56 — better12
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 69 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB163 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPower Math Apps LLCPRESCHOOL UNIVERSITY

Customer experience

Drill Math Word Problems

All ratings56 ratings
Positive60.7%
Neutral5.4%
Negative33.9%
Written reviews65 reviews
Positive36.9%
Neutral10.8%
Negative52.3%

SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2

All ratings10 ratings
Positive70.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Drill Math Word Problems

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Cannot get into settings
  • Website won't accept comments for reporting problems
  • Geometry tiles are blank for pattern questions
  • In-app purchases not working
  • Answer tiles do not display images
Show 4 more
  • Program crashes when trying to choose an answer on the chalkboard
  • Bought in a bundle, now asking to buy again
  • Blank boxes instead of answers
  • Small print on iPhone

Requested features

5 requests
  • Track student progress
  • Simple number sense for preschoolers
  • Prompt that reads problems for non-readers
  • Ability to show work
  • More challenging problems for older students

SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Drill Math Word Problems

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2

One-time1
  • Deluxe Upgrade$2.99

Questions

Is Drill Math Word Problems free?
Drill Math Word Problems is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2 free?
SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Drill Math Word Problems or SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2?
SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2 is rated higher. Drill Math Word Problems averages 3.5 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2 averages 3.9 from 12 ratings.
Do Drill Math Word Problems or SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2 have ads?
Neither Drill Math Word Problems nor SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Drill Math Word Problems or SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2?
Drill Math Word Problems ships an update every 2 months, and SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2 every 69 months. Most recently, Drill Math Word Problems was updated on November 1, 2026 and SENTENCE READING MAGIC 2 on November 1, 2026.

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