Basic Math Rules vs Algebra for adults
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Basic Math Rules
This app provides clear explanations of pre-algebra rules, designed to help users understand how to solve any problem. Developed by a former math professor, it aims to be a straightforward resource for learning essential concepts.
- Clear rule explanations
- Pre-algebra problem solving
- Developed by former math professor
- Focus on understanding concepts
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Tired of endless flashcards and problems that make no sense? Just need to know the rules for doing any pre-algrebra problem they throw at you? This is the app for you! Made by a former math professor, this app explains everything you need to know to solve any pre-algebra problem out there!
Algebra for adults
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Relearn algebra — the adult way. If algebra never made sense in school, or you just forgot it all, Algebrain helps you rebuild it from the ground up. Short, clear lessons designed for busy adults — no classrooms, no homework stress, no confusing jargon. Whether you're switching careers into tech or data, returning to college, prepping for the GED, or finally closing a gap that's bugged you for years — you can do this. One concept at a time. WHY ADULTS CHOOSE ALGEBRAIN • Built for grown-ups — real explanations, not childish cartoons • Bite-sized lessons — learn in 5–10 minutes a day • Step-by-step — every problem worked out, so you see the "why," not just the answer • Start anywhere — quick placement finds your level, from basics to advanced • Practice that adapts — more of what you struggle with, less of what you've mastered • Track your progress — watch "rusty" turn into "confident" WHAT YOU'LL MASTER • Numbers, fractions, and order of operations • Variables and expressions • Solving equations and inequalities • Linear equations, slopes, and graphs • Exponents, polynomials, and factoring • Quadratics and the basics of functions • Word problems — translated into plain English PERFECT IF YOU'RE • Changing careers into tech, data, or finance • Going back to school or taking college algebra • Studying for the GED or a placement test • A parent who wants to help (and keep up with) your kids • Just curious and ready to finally "get" math Learn at your own pace. No grades. No pressure. Just steady progress you can feel. Download Algebrain and rebuild your algebra — one confident step at a time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Algebra for adults at Free against Basic Math Rules's $0.99. Algebra for adults also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On ads and in-app purchases 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
Algebra for adults is free to download; Basic Math Rules costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Basic Math Rules | Algebra for adults |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Russell Shannon | Ode Corporation |
In-app purchases
Basic Math Rules
No in-app purchases
Algebra for adults
No in-app purchases
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