Comparison

Number Run vs Math Games

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 52 math levels
  • Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
  • Endless Mode
  • Common Core aligned
  • Unlockable outfits
  • Developed by graduate students
Features
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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

About

Math Games

Enhance your arithmetic abilities with interactive math practice. This app offers various game modes and difficulty levels to improve addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division skills for all ages.

Highlights
  • Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division practice
  • Mixed operations mode
  • Choice, Enter, and Flash Cards game modes
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • User-friendly tips
Features
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Do you want to boost your math skills? Math Flashcards is a great practice tool designed for people of all ages and proficiency levels. With user-friendly tips, comprehensive practice sets, and different game modes, you'll unleash your arithmetic potential in no time. The app offers different levels to keep you engaged as you progress. The app supports all four of the major arithmetic operations - as well as a mixed operations mode that randomly shows all types of problems: - Addition - Subtraction - Multiplication - Division There are three different modes to make math problem solving more interesting: - Choice: choose the correct answer - Enter: type the results of your mental calculations - Flash Cards: review what you've learned From addition and subtraction to multiplication, division, and a mixed operations mode, we've got your arithmetic needs covered. Get ready to improve your math skills and conquer each new challenge with confidence! You can start counting right away — one level, one mode, and 4 math operations are free to try! Want more? Unlock the full experience anytime with a subscription. Terms of Use: https://playandlearngames.com/termsofuse

Screenshots

Number Run4 screens
Math Games4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Math Games at Free against Number Run's $2.99. Math Games also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). Number Run's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and review sentiment (91% vs 67%). On rating, ratings volume, ads and device support 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

Math Games is free to download; Number Run costs $2.99 up front. Math Games sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Number Run asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Number Run against 4.5 for Math Games. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 1.6K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of Number Run's written reviews are positive against 67% of Math Games's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Number Run ships an update every 3 months, Math Games every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Number Run versus Math Games: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNumber RunMath Games
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (1.1K ratings)4.5 (1.6K ratings)
Positive reviews90.9% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings1.1K1.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB243 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIgnacio SchiefelbeinPLAY AND LEARN EDUCATIONAL GAMES FOR KIDS

Customer experience

Number Run

All ratings1,111 ratings
Positive88.3%
Neutral5.2%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews88 reviews
Positive90.9%
Neutral3.4%
Negative5.7%

Math Games

All ratings1,585 ratings
Positive86.8%
Neutral5.4%
Negative7.9%
Written reviews57 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral5.3%
Negative28.1%

User reviews

Number Run

From 1.1K App Store ratings

What 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 Games

From 1.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Free with no ads
  • 🚀 Helps with math learning and practice
  • 👍 Kid-friendly and engaging
  • 👍 Useful for homeschooling and supplemental learning

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Some users found the content too easy
  • 💡 Requests for more challenging content or difficulty levels

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 Games

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Occasional crashes or freezing reported
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • More variety of math topics and exercises

In-app purchases

None

Number Run

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Math Games

Subscriptions6
  • Maths games and times tables3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Weekly Access3 Days trial2 variants$4.997 Days
  • Math games for kids and adults3 Days trial$6.991 Month
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  • Weekly Access3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Math games and flash cards3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Math cards: learn basic math3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Number Run free?
Number Run costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Math Games free?
Math Games is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Number Run or Math Games?
Number Run and Math Games are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1.1K and 1.6K ratings respectively.
Do Number Run or Math Games have ads?
Neither Number Run nor Math Games shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Number Run or Math Games?
Number Run ships an update every 3 months, and Math Games every 5 weeks. Most recently, Number Run was updated on September 23, 2026 and Math Games on September 25, 2026.

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