# First Grade Math Challenge vs READING MAGIC 4

First Grade Math Challenge and READING MAGIC 4 both sit at 4.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of First Grade Math Challenge's written reviews are positive against 0% of READING MAGIC 4's. First Grade Math Challenge also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 26 months). READING MAGIC 4's advantage is ratings volume (52 vs 4). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. READING MAGIC 4 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. First Grade Math Challenge asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for First Grade Math Challenge against 4.1 for READING MAGIC 4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: READING MAGIC 4 has 52 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of First Grade Math Challenge's written reviews are positive against 0% of READING MAGIC 4's.

First Grade Math Challenge ships an update every 2 months, READING MAGIC 4 every 26 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | First Grade Math Challenge | READING MAGIC 4 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-grade-math-challenge/id571805524/reviews) | **[4.1 (52 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-magic-4/id1211351945/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **52** |
| Positive reviews | **80.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 26 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 41 MB | 208 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 13.7 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Eric Marschner](https://appshunter.io/developer/319178159) | [PRESCHOOL UNIVERSITY](https://appshunter.io/developer/404048727) |

## What reviewers say

### First Grade Math Challenge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-grade-math-challenge/id571805524)

Practice addition and subtraction skills with a barnyard theme. Collect and learn about animals by completing timed math challenges, unlocking fun facts and sounds. An in-app upgrade offers more levels and animals permanently.

**Highlights:** Addition & Subtraction practice, Barnyard animal collection, Timed math challenges, Learn animal facts, Animal sounds, Gradually increasing difficulty

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### READING MAGIC 4

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-magic-4/id1211351945)

This app uses interactive activities based on the science of reading to help young learners develop essential reading skills. It focuses on phonograms, digraphs, blending, and segmenting through engaging modes and sequential lessons.

**Highlights:** Science of Reading methodology, Phonograms and digraphs focus, Blending and segmenting modes, Reading mode with hidden pictures, Sequential lessons, Progress tracking for multiple students, Diverse male and female voices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Deluxe Upgrade | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is First Grade Math Challenge free?

First Grade Math Challenge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is READING MAGIC 4 free?

READING MAGIC 4 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, First Grade Math Challenge or READING MAGIC 4?

READING MAGIC 4 is rated higher. First Grade Math Challenge averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while READING MAGIC 4 averages 4.1 from 52 ratings.

### Do First Grade Math Challenge or READING MAGIC 4 have ads?

Neither First Grade Math Challenge nor READING MAGIC 4 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, First Grade Math Challenge or READING MAGIC 4?

First Grade Math Challenge ships an update every 2 months, and READING MAGIC 4 every 26 months. Most recently, First Grade Math Challenge was updated on November 1, 2026 and READING MAGIC 4 on November 2, 2026.

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