# MathUp vs COOLPHABETS

The clearest difference is review sentiment: COOLPHABETS at 100% against MathUp's 48%. COOLPHABETS also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.2) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 days). MathUp's advantage is ratings volume (107 vs 12). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MathUp sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and COOLPHABETS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $79.00 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

COOLPHABETS holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MathUp has 107 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of MathUp's written reviews are positive against 100% of COOLPHABETS's.

MathUp ships an update every 9 days, COOLPHABETS every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MathUp | COOLPHABETS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (107 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathup-math-and-puzzle-games/id6448617670/reviews) | **[4.9 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coolphabets/id6762379998/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **107** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | 47.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 137 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EXPLORING INFINITIES EDTECH PRIVATE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1659599679) | [Coolphabets Applications LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1893994517) |

## What reviewers say

### MathUp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathup-math-and-puzzle-games/id6448617670)

Engage in exciting math challenges and puzzles that feel like a game. This app offers various modes like arithmetic battles and Sudoku, designed to improve mental math skills for ages 9-13. Unlock achievements and compete with others while having fun.

**Highlights:** Arithmetic battles and boss duels, Sudoku puzzle worlds, Competitive speed challenges, Adaptive AI progression system, Unlockable levels, power-ups, and badges, 2-player split-screen duels

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mathlete 101 | $67.00 | one-time |
| Mathlete 101 | $69.99 | one-time |


### COOLPHABETS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coolphabets/id6762379998)

This app uses AI-powered handwriting recognition to help children learn to read and write in five Indian languages. It offers guided tracing, freehand drawing practice, and interactive games to master letters, words, and sentences. Designed for families, it supports multiple profiles and offline play.

**Highlights:** AI handwriting recognition, Learn 5 Indian languages, Guided tracing and free draw, Interactive games and flashcards, Offline functionality, Family sharing and profiles, Progress tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Solo | $79.00 | per year |
| Super Family | $99.00 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MathUp free?

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

### Is COOLPHABETS free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MathUp or COOLPHABETS?

COOLPHABETS is rated higher. MathUp averages 4.2 out of 5 from 107 ratings, while COOLPHABETS averages 4.9 from 12 ratings.

### Do MathUp or COOLPHABETS have ads?

Neither MathUp nor COOLPHABETS shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MathUp or COOLPHABETS?

MathUp ships an update every 9 days, and COOLPHABETS every 4 days. Most recently, MathUp was updated on October 15, 2026 and COOLPHABETS on October 2, 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.*