Comparison

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.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Clear rule explanations
  • Pre-algebra problem solving
  • Developed by former math professor
  • Focus on understanding concepts
Features
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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!

About

Algebra for adults

Features
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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.

Screenshots

Basic Math Rules4 screens
Algebra for adults4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Basic Math Rules versus Algebra for adults: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBasic Math RulesAlgebra for adults
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRussell ShannonOde Corporation

In-app purchases

None

Basic Math Rules

No in-app purchases

None

Algebra for adults

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Basic Math Rules free?
Basic Math Rules costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Algebra for adults free?
Algebra for adults is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Basic Math Rules or Algebra for adults have ads?
Neither Basic Math Rules nor Algebra for adults shows ads.

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