Number Run vs Math Racing 2
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Number Run
Embark on an adventure to recover stolen crystals by solving math problems. This game offers engaging practice for all ages, from children learning arithmetic to adults seeking mental stimulation. It features multiple game modes and educational alignment.
- 52 math levels
- Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
- Endless Mode
- Common Core aligned
- Unlockable outfits
- Developed by graduate students
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Baron von Count has stolen the 4 Mathemagical crystals of the land. Chase him down and bring him to justice or humanity will be forced to count on their fingers forever! Number Run is great practice for boys & girls learning math and adults who just want to stay sharp. Finally, a FUN math game: -Features 52 levels across addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division -Test your skills in Endless Mode -Aligned to Common Core state standards -Unlock new outfits and show your style -Developed by graduate students from Stanford and USC -Retina support for iPhone and iPad -Did we mention it's actually fun? We're gamers, we're developers, we're educators--talk to us at www.facebook.com/numberrun
Math Racing 2
Engage in a thrilling 3D racing game where solving math problems fuels your speed. Master addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with progressive difficulty. Unlock new cars, tracks, and math challenges through in-app purchases.
- Solve math problems for speed boosts
- Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division
- Progressive difficulty
- Unlockable cars and tracks
- Arcade-style racing action
- No ads
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Math Racing 2 is the fastest way to learn math in the app store! In this crazy 3D racing game, you get a speed boost for every math problem you solve! Do the math! * Addition * Subtraction * Multiplication * Division * Progressive Difficulty Option Extra Credit! * NO Ads! * 13 Cool Cars * Universal App * Achievements * Two awesome ways to play * Arcade-style Racing Action * Awesome Graphics, Sounds, and Music In-App Purchase! * Unlock All Cars * Unlock All Tracks * Unlock All Math Be sure to rate and review Math Racing 2! Your ratings and reviews keep us charged! http://www.facebook.com/potg.apps http://potgapps.org
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Math Racing 2 at Free against Number Run's $2.99. Number Run's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (91% vs 78%). On rating, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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
Math Racing 2 is free to download; Number Run costs $2.99 up front. Math Racing 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Number Run asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Number Run against 4.5 for Math Racing 2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 1.5K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of Number Run's written reviews are positive against 78% of Math Racing 2's.
Number Run ships an update every 3 months, Math Racing 2 every 5 months. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.
| Parameter | Number Run | Math Racing 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.5 (1.1K ratings) | 4.5 (1.5K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 91.0% of reviews — better | 77.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K | 1.5K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 399 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ignacio Schiefelbein | Pants on the Ground Apps LLC |
Customer experience
Number Run
Math Racing 2
User reviews
Number Run
From 1.1K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Simple and straightforward
- 👍 Fun and engaging way to learn math
- 👍 Great for kids and parents
- 👍 Helps improve math skills
- 👍 No ads or distractions
Room to improve
- ⏱️ Can be too fast-paced for some users
- 🔧 Could use more customization options
Math Racing 2
From 1.5K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fast and fun
- 👍 Great for learning math
- 🤩 Entertaining and engaging
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 💰 Some features locked behind paywall
- 🤔 Steering controls could be improved
Bugs and requests
Number Run
Reported bugs
2 issues- Occasional crashes or freezes
- Issues with number entry on certain devices
Requested features
3 requests- Ability to adjust difficulty/speed settings
- Progress tracking for parents/teachers
- More variety of skins/characters
Math Racing 2
Reported bugs
2 issues- POV issues causing problems during races
- Math problems not displaying correctly
Requested features
3 requests- Multiplayer mode to play with friends
- More car customization options
- Expanded levels and maps
In-app purchases
Number Run
No in-app purchases
Math Racing 2
- Unlock All Math$0.99
- Desert Circuit$0.99
- Moon Circuit$0.99
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- Snow Circuit$0.99
- Jackrabbit$0.99
- Bad Attitude$0.99
- Racer X$0.99
- The Rocket$0.99
- Unlock All Tracks$0.99
- Unlock All Cars$0.99
Questions
Is Number Run free?
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Which has better reviews, Number Run or Math Racing 2?
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