Sum vs ArithMaze
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sum
This game challenges you to find sums from a grid of numbers before time runs out. It offers multiple modes, from fast-paced challenges to relaxed untimed play, and helps improve mental agility and logic skills.
- Timed addition challenges
- Four distinct game modes
- Offline play supported
- Compete with friends
- Detailed progress statistics
- Sleek user interface
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Introducing 'Sum: Simple Math Puzzle', a captivating and mentally invigorating game that will transform the way you think about basic math. Is there anything more fundamental than addition? Yet how challenging can it be when the clock is ticking, the stakes are high, and you're racing against time? We invite you to step up and find out! At the heart of our game is a simple yet intriguing premise: a 3x3 grid randomly filled with 5 numbers. Your task? Make as many correct sums as possible before time runs out. But it's not all that straightforward. We offer four stimulating game modes, each delivering a unique flavor of fun and intensity: > Classic: Dive into 90 intense seconds of mental agility, where every correct sum you find rewards you with additional time. But be careful - an incorrect sum could cost you precious seconds! > Rush: The adrenaline-packed mode where every second counts. Make as many correct combinations as possible in 90 seconds. There are no time extensions or deductions - only pure, fast-paced fun. > Infinity: Fancy a relaxed, untimed experience to refine your skills or unwind after a long day? Infinity mode lets you play at your own pace, with no time constraints. > Epic: For those who enjoy a good challenge, our Epic mode presents a given sum upfront. Your mission? Find numbers from a filled up grid to form the sum. Same time rules apply! Master the rules of the game - select the sum first, then pick the two numbers that add up to it. A correct combination looks like 20 = 8 + 12 or 20 = 12 + 8, not the other way around! As you ace each level, you'll earn bonus time to help you reach even greater heights. There are plenty of opportunities to earn bonus points, especially in Classic mode. 'Sum: Simple Math Puzzle' also offers: - Various levels of difficulty to keep the challenge fresh. - The chance to compete with friends and establish mathematical dominance. - Offline mode, so you can enjoy our game without internet. - A compact size that won't crowd your device. - A sleek, visually pleasing user interface. - Detailed statistics to help track your progress and improve your performance. Math isn't just about numbers, it's about logic, speed, and fun! 'Sum: Simple Math Puzzle' combines all these aspects into a highly addictive game that will not only entertain but also help enhance your mental agility. It's not just about fun; it's also a brain training exercise scientifically proven to stimulate faster thinking and response. Note: The fun, the challenge, and the benefits are all real. Download 'Sum: Simple Math Puzzle' today and immerse yourself in the most intriguing math-based puzzle game on the App Store. Enjoy! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
ArithMaze
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Think you're good at math? Prove it. ArithMaze is a unique puzzle game that blends maze navigation with mental arithmetic. Start at the top-left corner, move through cells with math operations, and reach the goal — keeping your value alive along the way. Each cell holds an operation: addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division. Every step changes your value. Drop to zero? Game over. Find the right path? Victory. It sounds simple, but the deeper you go, the more you'll need to plan ahead. INFINITE PUZZLES, ZERO INTERNET Every maze is procedurally generated with a guaranteed solution. Play anywhere, anytime — no Wi-Fi needed. You'll never run out of fresh puzzles to solve. 5 DIFFICULTY LEVELS Start with beginner-friendly 4x4 grids using only + and −, then progress through Medium, Hard, Expert, and Master modes — all the way up to demanding 7x7 mazes with all four operations. Unlock each level by proving your skills at the previous one. 8 CHALLENGE MODES Once you've mastered the basics, challenge modes shake up the rules: - Fog of War — see only nearby cells - Encrypted Numbers — numbers replaced with letters - Hidden Value — solve without seeing your score - One Try — no undo, no restart, one chance - Time Limit — beat the clock in 60 seconds - Path of Faith — only visited cells are visible - Fast & Furious — one try AND a timer - Superman — the ultimate test: blind, encrypted, timed Each challenge requires mastery — complete 10 puzzles to conquer it. DAILY WARM-UPS Quick 3x3 puzzles with all operations to sharpen your skills every day. Complete 5 warm-ups to earn bonus hints. A perfect way to start your session. SMART HINT SYSTEM Stuck? Use a hint to reveal part of the solution path. Earn hints daily, through warm-ups, or by watching a short ad. Hints show the first ~40% of the path — enough to get you moving, while the final stretch is up to you. TRAIN YOUR BRAIN ArithMaze isn't just fun — it builds real skills: - Mental arithmetic speed and accuracy - Strategic planning and lookahead thinking - Pattern recognition and logical reasoning - Problem-solving under constraints Perfect for students, puzzle enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to keep their mind sharp. CLEAN, THOUGHTFUL DESIGN - Color-coded operations for instant recognition - Undo moves by swiping back (learn by experimentation) - Visual path tracking so you never lose your place - Multiple themes including a dark AMOLED option - Sound effects and haptic feedback (both optional) PROGRESS THAT MATTERS Earn milestone trophies — Bronze, Silver, Gold, Diamond — as you solve more puzzles at each difficulty. Unlock harder modes progressively. Track your history and watch your skills grow over time. GO PRO Love ArithMaze? A one-time Pro upgrade unlocks: - 10 daily hints (instead of 3) - All visual themes - Exclusive challenge modes - Puzzle history - Skip any maze freely - No forced ads, ever Download ArithMaze and discover how addictive math can be.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ArithMaze at 15.1 against Sum's 17.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Sum sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month and ArithMaze sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Sum | ArithMaze |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | — |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 46 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Whimseed Studio Private Limited | Maksim Bandarenka |
In-app purchases
Sum
- Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
ArithMaze
- ArithMaze Pro$1.99









