# BrainPOP Jr. vs Math

BrainPOP Jr. and Math both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 72% of BrainPOP Jr.'s written reviews are positive against 48% of Math's. BrainPOP Jr. also leads on device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BrainPOP Jr. sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Math sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BrainPOP Jr. holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 21K and 7.9K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of BrainPOP Jr.'s written reviews are positive against 48% of Math's.

BrainPOP Jr. ships an update every 6 weeks, Math monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BrainPOP Jr. | Math |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (21K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainpop-jr/id536371867/reviews)** | [4.5 (7.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-teach-monster-numbers/id1507984567/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **21K** | 7.9K |
| Positive reviews | **72.3% of reviews** | 47.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 24 MB | 226 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BrainPOP®](https://appshunter.io/developer/364894355) | [Teach Your Monster](https://appshunter.io/developer/828392049) |

## What reviewers say

### BrainPOP Jr.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainpop-jr/id536371867)

This app offers engaging animated movies, interactive activities, and quizzes for K-3 learners. It aims to transform passive screen time into active, enriched educational experiences with relatable characters guiding children through various subjects. The platform is designed to foster critical thinking and independent learning.

**Highlights:** Animated movies, Interactive activities, Quizzes, K-3 curriculum, Critical thinking focus, Independent learning

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BrainPOP Jr. Explorer Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Full Access Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| BrainPOP Jr. Monthly Combo | $19.99 | per month |
| Full Access Yearly | $119.00 | per year |
| BrainPOP Jr. Yearly Combo | $159.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Makes learning fun
- 👍 Engaging videos and quizzes
- 👍 Helpful for homeschooling and supplemental learning
- 👍 Informative and educational content
- 👍 Funny and entertaining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 💰 Lack of free content
- 🐛 Crashes and technical issues
- 👎 Limited content selection

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to subscribe
- Videos not loading properly
- Quiz functionality not working

**Requested features**

- More free videos and content
- Lower subscription pricing
- Improved device compatibility
- Expanded topic coverage
- Better navigation and organization


### Math

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-teach-monster-numbers/id1507984567)

This app offers engaging math learning games for children, focusing on numbers up to 20. It features 15 mini-games with 150 levels designed for progressive learning, covering essential math skills from counting to basic arithmetic. The game adapts to each child's pace and aligns with common core standards.

**Highlights:** 15 captivating mini-games, 150 levels for progressive learning, Covers addition, subtraction, counting, and more, Adapts to child's learning pace, Aligned with common core standards, No ads

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Number Skills: Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Number Skills: Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Number Skills: Annual | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great learning game
- 🎨 Awesome graphics and characters
- 💡 Engaging and fun for kids

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Login and account issues
- ⏱️ Slow and laggy performance
- 💰 Transitioned from free to paid

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to progress past certain levels
- Sound issues and complete loss of audio
- Login and account problems

**Requested features**

- Add more advanced math levels
- Improve sound and stability
- Allow parents to set starting levels


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BrainPOP Jr. free?

BrainPOP Jr. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Math free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BrainPOP Jr. or Math?

BrainPOP Jr. is rated higher. BrainPOP Jr. averages 4.6 out of 5 from 21K ratings, while Math averages 4.5 from 7.9K ratings.

### Do BrainPOP Jr. or Math have ads?

Neither BrainPOP Jr. nor Math shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BrainPOP Jr. or Math?

BrainPOP Jr. ships an update every 6 weeks, and Math monthly. Most recently, BrainPOP Jr. was updated on November 4, 2026 and Math on November 3, 2026.

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