Comparison

CrossMath vs Lumina

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

Head to head
About

CrossMath

This app offers a unique crossword experience where numbers replace words. Solve arithmetic equations to complete the grid, sharpening your mind with daily challenges. It's a fun blend of logic puzzles and math practice for all ages.

Highlights
  • Number-based crossword puzzles
  • Arithmetic equation solving
  • Daily brain training challenges
  • Hints and helper tools
  • Adaptive difficulty levels
  • Sleek, user-friendly interface
Features
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CrossMath is a math crossword puzzle that mixes the grid logic of crossword with the number reasoning of Sudoku and Kakuro. Each row and column is an equation with addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division. Your job is simple: fill in the missing numbers so every row and every column equals the target result. If you love numbers, logic puzzles, and brain training, CrossMath is built for you. WHY CROSSMATH IS DIFFERENT Sudoku is about placement. Kakuro is about sums. Math Crossword uses all four operations at once, which makes each puzzle feel fresh, sharper, and more satisfying to solve. - Crossword style grid with math equations - All four operations: plus, minus, times, divide - Logic and arithmetic in every single move - Clean minimalist design that respects your focus KEY FEATURES - Weekly Trophy challenge: win boards to reveal a picture and earn a trophy - Multiple difficulty levels from easy warm-ups to expert grids - Smart hints that nudge you without spoiling the puzzle - Offline play, anywhere, anytime - No forced sign in, no pressure, no clutter - Simple controls, clear typography, dark and light themes WHO IS IT FOR - Sudoku and Kakuro fans looking for something new - Students who want fun mental math practice - Adults building sharper focus and working memory - Seniors training memory and concentration - Families looking for a wholesome puzzle to share BRAIN BENEFITS Solving math crosswords every day can help you: - Speed up mental arithmetic - Strengthen working memory - Build logical reasoning and pattern recognition - Improve focus and patience - Wind down with a calm, screen friendly puzzle HOW TO PLAY 1. Tap any empty cell in the grid 2. Tap or drag a number tile from the tray 3. Make sure each row and column matches its target 4. Use a hint if you get stuck 5. Complete the grid and unlock the next puzzle TIPS FROM THE COMMUNITY - Start with the shortest rows and columns - Look for cells that are forced by both a row and a column - Use the elimination habit you learned from Sudoku - Treat division and multiplication clues as fast wins Whether you call it CrossMath, Math Crossword, or just your favorite number puzzle, this is a calm, smart, satisfying way to spend a few minutes a day and keep your mind sharp. Download CrossMath now and start your daily brain workout.

About

Lumina

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Eight brain games and a session that fits your day. Practice logic, memory, attention, mental math, and spatial reasoning in Lumina's cosmic world. YOUR SESSION, YOUR PACE Choose memory, attention, logic, mental math, or a balanced routine and a time budget of 5, 10, or 15 minutes. Lumina suggests exercises for that budget and guides you to a session summary. Duration is an estimate: take the time each puzzle needs. LIGHT UP YOUR CONSTELLATION Complete a 14-session expedition and light up a star with each finished session. Sessions do not need to be on consecutive days: taking a break keeps your stars intact. EIGHT WAYS TO PLAY • Sudoku: solve grids with notes, hints, and four difficulty levels. • Memory Grid: recall patterns and sequences. • Plus & Minus: practice addition, subtraction, and missing numbers. • Word Search: find words in English and Spanish. • Color Conflict: identify a color among competing cues. • Visual Sequence: repeat the order of highlighted cells. • Spatial Rotation: recognize rotated patterns. • Nonogram: uncover a grid using row and column clues. Four essential games are available for free. Each of the four advanced games includes one full sample; Premium unlocks unlimited play. PICK UP WHERE YOU LEFT OFF Sudoku, Word Search, and Nonogram save unfinished free-play puzzles, pausing the clock when you leave. Your expedition and unfinished games stay on this device, separately for each account. These saves do not apply to daily challenges or the archive. SEE WHAT YOU HAVE PLAYED Track games, minutes, and active days. Reports show results from your sessions and compare games at the same difficulty. You can also complete daily challenges, unlock achievements, and join rankings with an account. START WITHOUT AN ACCOUNT Play as a guest and enjoy free play offline. Link Apple or Google to sync your training history. Choose English or Spanish, adjust sound and vibration, and set an optional reminder for a time that suits you. Pause it whenever you like. LUMINA PREMIUM Monthly and annual plans have the same benefits: unlimited access to eight games without ads, routines with advanced games and adaptive difficulty, more detailed reports, a full practice profile, the challenge archive, and weekly leagues. Restore purchases and manage your subscription from the app. Prices and billing periods are shown in the app for your store and region. Subscriptions renew automatically until canceled; billing and cancellation are managed through your device's store. Privacy: https://luminagame.online/privacy Terms: https://luminagame.online/terms EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

CrossMath4 screens
Lumina4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: CrossMath at every 4 days against Lumina's every 3 weeks. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CrossMath sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Lumina sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CrossMath ships an update every 4 days, Lumina every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
CrossMath versus Lumina: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrossMathLumina
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (129 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings129 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size243 MB40 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperBringNext LLCErick Andres Meneses Barrera

In-app purchases

5 purchases

CrossMath

One-time5
  • 10 Hints$0.99
  • 30 Hints$1.99
  • Remove Ads$4.99
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  • 100 Hints$4.99
  • Remove Ads$8.99
2 purchases

Lumina

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Premium Annual$29.991 Year

Questions

Is CrossMath free?
CrossMath is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lumina free?
Lumina is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CrossMath or Lumina have ads?
Both CrossMath and Lumina show ads.
Which is updated more often, CrossMath or Lumina?
CrossMath ships an update every 4 days, and Lumina every 3 weeks. Most recently, CrossMath was updated on October 25, 2026 and Lumina on October 24, 2026.

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