Comparison

2nd Grade Math School Edition vs Math Games

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

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About

2nd Grade Math School Edition

Features
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SCHOOL EDITION IMPORTANT: This is essentially the same as Math Galaxy 2nd Grade Math, but specifically for schools using the volume purchase program or that cannot make in-app purchases. Do not purchase this app if you've already purchased Math Galaxy 2nd Grade Math. 2nd Grade Math School Edition covers all common core standards for 2nd grade math with fun, entertaining animations to keep your students engaged. Score reports are provided and supports Apple Schoolwork. The app does not collect, retain, or share personal information and contains no advertising or third-party analytics. "The French mathematician Jacques S. Hadamard found, in a study of 100 leading mathematicians], that the majority of them were primarily visual in their approach. Some [including Einstein] went further back to sensations of a kinesthetic kind." Scientific American, Sept., 1984, p. 56. Preview Base 10, Add & Subtract, Word Problems on YouTube:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DuC87enOhw&t=11s Preview Measurements, Graphs, Geometry on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_clzmutphf8&t=18s 5 star EducationAppStore review: https://web.archive.org/web/20230609201057/https://www.educationalappstore.com/app/2nd-grade-math-math-galaxy Math Galaxy’s Second Grade Math covers all Common Core math standards for second grade as listed below. The concepts are presented in bite-size pieces with an unlimited supply of practice problems and numbers chosen randomly. Illustrations are used throughout to reinforce the concepts. There are review sections and you can be guided through problems step-by-step or just give the final answer. Now also supports Apple Schoolwork. NUMBER AND OPERATIONS IN BASE 10 (2.NBT) Understand place value. (2.NBT.A.1-4) Place Value Blocks Place Names Expanded Notation Comparing Numbers Use place value understanding and properties of operations to add and subtract. (2.NBT.B.5-9) Addition Tables Addition on the Number Line 1-Digit Addition 2-Digit Addition 3-Digit Addition Alternative Method Subtraction on the Number Line 1-Digit Subtraction 2-Digit Subtraction 3-Digit Subtraction Borrowing Across 0s Missing Number Alternative Method Skip Counting (2.NBT.A.2) OPERATIONS AND ALGEBRAIC THINKING (2.OA) Represent and solve problems involving addition and subtraction 1-Step Word Problems (2.OA.A.1) Multi-Step Word Problems (2.OA.A.1) Add and subtract within 20. (2.OA.2) Adding Whole Numbers Subtracting Whole Numbers Snakes and Ladders Math Game Work with equal groups of objects to gain foundations for multiplication Multiplication Tables Up To 5 (2.OA.C.3-4) Multiplication Tables - All (2.OA.C.3-4) MEASUREMENT AND DATA (2.MD) Measure and estimate lengths in standard units. Measuring with Objects. (2.MD.A.1) Measuring Inches & Centimeters (2.MD.A.1-3 Measuring in Standard Units Measuring in Metric Units Work with time and money. Time - Clock Problems (2.MD.C.7) Time - Word Problems (2.MD.C.7) Math Games - Time Riddles (2.MDC..7) Math Games - Money Riddles (2.MD.C.8) Math Games - The MoneyTrail (2.MDC..8) Represent and interpret data. Measuring in Standard Units (2.MD.D.9) Measuring in Metric Units (2.MD.D.9) Pictographs (2.MDD..10) Reading Bar Graphs (2.MDD..10) Drawing Bar Graphs (2.MD.10) GEOMETRY (2.G) Reason with shapes and their attributes. Shapes - Terminology (2.G.A.1) Classify Shapes (2.G.A.1) Area & Perimeter (2.G.A.2-3) Missing Number Area & Perimeter Squares & Rectangles Complex Areas Fractions (2.G.A.3) MATH GAMES Labyrinth (Search mazes for treasure) Snakes & Ladders (Addition, Subtraction & Multiplication) Bridge the Swamp Time Riddles Money Riddles The Money Trail Time - Matching Digital & Analog Money Classifying Shapes Word Problems Counting by 1s to 10s Add & Subtract to 100

About

Math Games

Enhance your arithmetic abilities with interactive math practice. This app offers various game modes and difficulty levels to improve addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division skills for all ages.

Highlights
  • Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division practice
  • Mixed operations mode
  • Choice, Enter, and Flash Cards game modes
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • User-friendly tips
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Do you want to boost your math skills? Math Flashcards is a great practice tool designed for people of all ages and proficiency levels. With user-friendly tips, comprehensive practice sets, and different game modes, you'll unleash your arithmetic potential in no time. The app offers different levels to keep you engaged as you progress. The app supports all four of the major arithmetic operations - as well as a mixed operations mode that randomly shows all types of problems: - Addition - Subtraction - Multiplication - Division There are three different modes to make math problem solving more interesting: - Choice: choose the correct answer - Enter: type the results of your mental calculations - Flash Cards: review what you've learned From addition and subtraction to multiplication, division, and a mixed operations mode, we've got your arithmetic needs covered. Get ready to improve your math skills and conquer each new challenge with confidence! You can start counting right away — one level, one mode, and 4 math operations are free to try! Want more? Unlock the full experience anytime with a subscription. Terms of Use: https://playandlearngames.com/termsofuse

Screenshots

2nd Grade Math School Edition4 screens
Math Games4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Math Games at Free against 2nd Grade Math School Edition's $12.99. Math Games also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 6 months). 2nd Grade Math School Edition's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Math Games is free to download; 2nd Grade Math School Edition costs $12.99 up front. Math Games sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. 2nd Grade Math School Edition asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

2nd Grade Math School Edition ships an update every 6 months, Math Games every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on May 17, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
2nd Grade Math School Edition versus Math Games: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter2nd Grade Math School EditionMath Games
Price$12.99Free — better
Rating—4.5 (1.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings—1.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size432 MB243 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGilbert ReillyPLAY AND LEARN EDUCATIONAL GAMES FOR KIDS

Bugs and requests

2nd Grade Math School Edition

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Math Games

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Occasional crashes or freezing reported
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • More variety of math topics and exercises

In-app purchases

None

2nd Grade Math School Edition

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Math Games

Subscriptions6
  • Maths games and times tables3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Weekly Access3 Days trial2 variants$4.997 Days
  • Math games for kids and adults3 Days trial$6.991 Month
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  • Weekly Access3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Math games and flash cards3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Math cards: learn basic math3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is 2nd Grade Math School Edition free?
2nd Grade Math School Edition costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Math Games free?
Math Games is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do 2nd Grade Math School Edition or Math Games have ads?
Neither 2nd Grade Math School Edition nor Math Games shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 2nd Grade Math School Edition or Math Games?
2nd Grade Math School Edition ships an update every 6 months, and Math Games every 5 weeks. Most recently, 2nd Grade Math School Edition was updated on May 17, 2026 and Math Games on September 25, 2026.

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