Comparison

Place Value MAB Addition vs TSAC

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

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About

Place Value MAB Addition

This app uses virtual Multibase Arithmetic Blocks (MAB) to model addition problems, helping children understand place value and regrouping. It offers interactive modules for teachers and students to practice addition up to 9999 without needing physical blocks.

Highlights
  • Virtual MAB blocks
  • Place value chart
  • Regrouping and trading mechanics
  • Addition practice up to 9999
  • Adjustable difficulty levels
  • Teaching module for custom lessons
Features
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Little Monkey Apps MAB Addition builds on the previous introductory App, Little Monkey Apps MAB. The App compliments the use of hands on experiences for modelling addition problems using MAB blocks in instances when using real blocks is not practical. MAB or Multibase Arithmetic Blocks are wooden blocks used to help children understand the base ten properties of the numerical system in particular regrouping from one place value column to another. MAB aids students to physically move the blocks to demonstrate their understanding of addition to 9999. =Teaching Module= Contains place value chart, units, longs, flats and blocks, basket for trading and regrouping, random number generator, counter and camera feature. This module is for teachers to create their own learning experiences or for students to use when solving written problems, instead of using real wooden MAB. Students place 'ten' objects in the basket to 'make' or one object to 'break'. 'Make' label appears when ten objects have been placed in the basket and 'Break' label when one object is placed in the basket. =Learn to Trade= Blocks are set out on the floor, to be placed on the place value chart. Use the basket to regroup or trade, then type the answer on the keypad. =No regroup= Use the MAB blocks to complete the addition problem, placing both numbers on the place value chart and then typing the answer on the keypad. Levels of difficulty can be changed the up and down arrow buttons. No regrouping required in this activity as a precursor to the following task. =Regroup= Use the MAB blocks to complete the addition problem, placing both numbers on the place value chart, use the basket to change blocks to represent the correct place value, then type the answer on the keypad. Levels of difficulty can be changed the up and down arrow buttons. Task appears similar to previous challenge but with regrouping in all levels.

About

TSAC

Stay connected with school life through event calendars, daily notices, newsletters, and campus maps. Easily access contact information and view photos of school activities. Customize notifications to receive only the information relevant to you.

Highlights
  • Event calendar
  • Daily notices with push notifications
  • Newsletter archive
  • Interactive campus map
  • Direct contact information
  • Photo gallery
  • Customizable notifications
Features
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Developed in partnership with Digistorm Education, this app is designed to allow Springfield Anglican College parents, teachers and students to access important information about events and daily activities at the college. The Springfield Anglican College app is updated daily to ensure that the school community is able to keep their finger on the pulse of the school. The app includes the following information: Calendar: The event calendar ensures that you are constantly up-to-date and in the loop with the events of Springfield Anglican College. Not sure when the Fete is on? Check the calendar. Notices: The notices section keeps you informed of important daily notices as they become available. Push Notifications will also be sent to inform you of any urgent or important information. Buses are late? The notice section will alert you. Newsletter: Receive the latest newsletter directly through the app, or peruse the newsletter archive. Map: The Springfield Anglican College map allows you to quickly and easily find locations throughout the college. Not sure of where the uniform shop is? Search the map and it will show you. Contact: Call and email important college contacts. Want to speak to the Head of Student Services? Call them straight from the app. Photo Gallery: The App contains an interactive photo gallery which will showcase life at the school and its events throughout the school year. Customise: Sign up for the notices and events that you wish to know about. If your child is in Year 5, choose to receive only Primary School information.

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TSAC at Free against Place Value MAB Addition's $1.99. TSAC also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Place Value MAB Addition's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 6 months). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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

TSAC is free to download; Place Value MAB Addition costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Place Value MAB Addition holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Place Value MAB Addition ships an update every 3 months, TSAC every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Place Value MAB Addition versus TSAC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlace Value MAB AdditionTSAC
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAleesha KondysFSAC LTD

Customer experience

Place Value MAB Addition

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

TSAC

Written reviews10 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

None

Place Value MAB Addition

No in-app purchases

None

TSAC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Place Value MAB Addition free?
Place Value MAB Addition costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TSAC free?
TSAC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Place Value MAB Addition or TSAC?
Place Value MAB Addition is rated higher. Place Value MAB Addition averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while TSAC averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Place Value MAB Addition or TSAC have ads?
Neither Place Value MAB Addition nor TSAC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Place Value MAB Addition or TSAC?
Place Value MAB Addition ships an update every 3 months, and TSAC every 6 months. Most recently, Place Value MAB Addition was updated on October 23, 2026 and TSAC on October 6, 2026.

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