Comparison

MathFirstSteps vs Circus Merge

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

Head to head
About

MathFirstSteps

Features
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Math First Steps turns basic arithmetic into a colorful journey created especially for young learners. Children explore five unique worlds while practising addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Each world introduces new challenges with distinctive scenery, playful interactions, and rewards to uncover. HOW TO PLAY 1. Explore the Worlds Travel through the Path of Numbers and choose a mathematical world. 2. Complete Challenges Solve exercises by tapping the marble with the correct answer. Three progressive challenges are available in every world. 3. Earn Rewards Collect points and stars, unlock new challenges, and reveal a special World Wonder piece by piece. GAME MODES • Journey — progress through five worlds and 15 challenges • Free Play — choose an operation and difficulty • Speed Challenge — answer quickly and try to beat your best score FEATURES • Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division • Easy, Medium, and Hard difficulty levels • Five colorful mathematical worlds • Stars, scores, speed bonuses, and saved progress • Collectible rewards unique to every world • Large, readable, child-friendly controls • English and Hebrew support • Optional sounds and haptic feedback Math First Steps was made with care to give children a positive, playful space for building confidence with numbers.

About

Circus Merge

Engage in a 3D puzzle adventure where you merge and match vibrant objects to clear levels. Discover circus-themed surprises and use powerful boosters to overcome challenging puzzles. Enjoy satisfying gameplay offline anytime.

Highlights
  • Triple match 3D objects
  • Merge matching sets
  • Hundreds of challenging levels
  • Powerful boosters
  • Offline play
  • Circus-themed surprises
Features
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Step into the magical world of Circus Merge – the ultimate 3D puzzle adventure! Merge, match, and clear vibrant 3D objects in a game full of circus surprises! Circus Merge combines satisfying triple match gameplay with a merge twist, bringing endless fun and a dash of carnival magic to your screen. Triple Match + Merge = Endless Fun Find and match 3 of the same objects to clear them off the board – then merge matching sets to unlock adorable circus-themed surprises! Clowns, snacks, balloons, animals – the show never ends! Solve Challenging 3D Puzzles Enjoy hundreds of levels packed with quirky 3D objects – from popcorn carts to juggling lions! Each round tests your memory, speed, and strategy. Use Powerful Boosters Clear tricky tiles with fireworks, boxing gloves, and other fun circus boosters. Stuck? Use a special power-up and keep the fun rolling! Relaxing, Satisfying, Addictive Whether you want a brain teaser or just to unwind, Circus Merge offers stress-free fun with engaging visuals and delightful sound effects. Play Anytime – No Wi-Fi Needed No internet? No problem! Play Circus Merge offline anytime, anywhere. Download now and become the Ringmaster of Merge Magic! Merge, match, renovate – the circus awaits you! Circus Merge is free to play with optional in-app purchases. Players must be 13+ or meet local age requirements to play.

Screenshots

MathFirstSteps4 screens
Circus Merge4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MathFirstSteps at none against Circus Merge's 10. MathFirstSteps also leads on ads (none vs shown). Circus Merge's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 23 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price 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

Both are free to download. Circus Merge sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. MathFirstSteps asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MathFirstSteps ships an update every 23 months, Circus Merge fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and June 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
MathFirstSteps versus Circus Merge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMathFirstStepsCircus Merge
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 23 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB378 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndrei IsacSURREEL YAZILIM VE PAZARLAMA ANONIM SIRKETI

In-app purchases

None

MathFirstSteps

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Circus Merge

One-time10
  • Coins 100$1.99
  • Circus Starter Pack$4.99
  • No Ads$4.99
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  • Coins 500$8.99
  • Circus Pass$9.99
  • Coins 1000$12.99
  • Coins 2500$29.99
  • Coins 5000$59.99
  • Gigantic Magic Chest$79.99
  • Coins 10000$99.99

Questions

Is MathFirstSteps free?
MathFirstSteps is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Circus Merge free?
Circus Merge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MathFirstSteps or Circus Merge have ads?
Circus Merge shows ads; MathFirstSteps does not.
Which is updated more often, MathFirstSteps or Circus Merge?
MathFirstSteps ships an update every 23 months, and Circus Merge fortnightly. Most recently, MathFirstSteps was updated on September 18, 2026 and Circus Merge on June 10, 2026.

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