# Third Grade Learning Games vs Math Rescue

The clearest difference is update cadence: Math Rescue at monthly against Third Grade Learning Games's every 3 months. Math Rescue also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 11.0). Third Grade Learning Games's advantage is ratings volume (20K vs 2.5K). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Third Grade Learning Games sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Math Rescue sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $59.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Third Grade Learning Games against 4.3 for Math Rescue. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Third Grade Learning Games has 20K ratings behind it against 2.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 51% of Third Grade Learning Games's written reviews are positive against 54% of Math Rescue's.

Third Grade Learning Games ships an update every 3 months, Math Rescue monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Third Grade Learning Games | Math Rescue |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (20K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/third-grade-learning-games/id644836476/reviews) | **[4.3 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-rescue-79-year-old-game/id1287932907/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **20K** | 2.5K |
| Positive reviews | 51.2% of reviews | **54.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 104 MB | 144 MB |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RosiMosi LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/492117766) | [Makkajai Edu Tech Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/828715957) |

## What reviewers say

### Third Grade Learning Games

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/third-grade-learning-games/id644836476)

This app offers 21 engaging games designed to teach third-grade students essential math, reading, science, and critical thinking skills. Aligned with third-grade curriculums, it uses colorful visuals, voice narration, and fun sound effects to keep children entertained while they learn. Progress reports and customizable lesson plans help track development.

**Highlights:** 21 educational games, Math, reading, science, STEM, Third-grade curriculum alignment, Voice narration and animations, Progress reports, Lesson builder, Multiple user support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RosiMosi Academy (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| RosiMosi Academy (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| RosiMosi Academy (Yearly) | $39.99 | per year |
| RosiMosi Academy (Yearly) | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlock All Games | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helps kids learn effectively
- 👍 Fun and engaging for children
- 📈 Improves academic performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy star/scoring system
- 💰 Excessive paid content
- 🤔 Confusing or unclear instructions

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect answers sometimes marked as correct
- Sudden introduction of subscription model for existing users
- Disappearing reward stickers and progress indicators

**Requested features**

- Adjust difficulty level for each child
- Unlock more content without payment
- Improve algorithm for awarding stars


### Math Rescue

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-rescue-79-year-old-game/id1287932907)

This educational game makes learning about rounding and estimation fun for children. Players help a fireman save a forest by using the correct amount of water balloons to put out fires, practicing essential math skills through engaging gameplay.

**Highlights:** Practice rounding to nearest 10s and 100s, Estimate sums of two and three-digit numbers, Learn place value concepts, Engaging gameplay with sound and art, Self-paced and adaptive practice, Aligned with Common Core and Singapore Math

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Genius Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Unlock Full Version | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for learning math
- ⭐ Fun and engaging game
- 💡 Good for younger kids

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🤔 Negative feedback messages

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues
- Levels resetting unexpectedly
- Compatibility problems on older devices

**Requested features**

- More grade levels and difficulty options
- Monthly subscription option
- Ability to customize skins/characters


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Third Grade Learning Games free?

Third Grade Learning Games is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Math Rescue free?

Math Rescue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Third Grade Learning Games or Math Rescue?

Math Rescue is rated higher. Third Grade Learning Games averages 4.3 out of 5 from 20K ratings, while Math Rescue averages 4.3 from 2.5K ratings.

### Do Third Grade Learning Games or Math Rescue have ads?

Neither Third Grade Learning Games nor Math Rescue shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Third Grade Learning Games or Math Rescue?

Third Grade Learning Games ships an update every 3 months, and Math Rescue monthly. Most recently, Third Grade Learning Games was updated on October 22, 2026 and Math Rescue on October 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*