Comparison

JOJO Math and Reading vs Glurbs

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

Head to head
About

JOJO Math and Reading

This app offers a handwriting-based approach to learning math and reading for children aged 4-10. It provides a calm, personalized daily routine designed to build focus and memory through writing numbers, letters, and words.

Highlights
  • Handwriting-based learning
  • Math practice (addition, subtraction, times tables)
  • Reading and writing skills (phonics, sight words)
  • Personalized learning levels
  • Focus timers and rewards
  • Covers math and early reading
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JOJO MATH AND READING — FOCUS & FUN IN 10 MINUTES A DAY JOJO is a handwriting-first learning app for ages 4–10. Two subjects, one calm daily habit: families practice both math and reading by writing — not just tapping — building real focus in 10 minutes a day. Whether you're looking for a lighter alternative to Kumon or IXL, a more engaging option than Coolmath Games, or a calmer way to learn phonics than Reading Eggs or Duolingo ABC, JOJO gives a calm, personalized and rewarding routine that keeps learners on track. WHY FAMILIES LOVE JOJO: - Handwriting-based: write numbers, letters and words by hand — the way that truly builds focus and memory - Math: addition, subtraction with regrouping, times tables, word problems and mental math - Reading & writing: phonics, sight words, reading comprehension and vocabulary - Personalized levels, like Kumon but more flexible and encouraging - Focus timers, streaks and built-in rewards that keep practice going JOJO IS RIGHT FOR YOUR FAMILY IF: - You want screen time that builds skills, not just entertainment - You care about handwriting and focus, not just tapping answers - You've tried worksheets or other apps but nothing sticks - You want one routine that covers both math and early reading WHAT JOJO PRACTICE COVERS: - Writing numbers, addition, subtraction and times tables - Phonics, sight words and word families - Word problems, mental math and speed games - Reading comprehension, vocabulary and writing FIND US Instagram: @jojomath_global Website: www.jojo-math.com

About

Glurbs

Embark on a language learning adventure with interactive lessons and playful challenges. Kids can explore Spanish, French, or Italian, earning points and climbing leaderboards while building confidence. Travel across planets, play fun games, and boost reading, listening, and spelling skills.

Highlights
  • Interactive language lessons
  • Playful challenges and games
  • Character customization
  • Leaderboards and progress tracking
  • Learn Spanish, French, and Italian
  • Reading, listening, and spelling activities
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Make language learning an adventure! With Glurbs, kids can explore Spanish, French, or Italian through exciting, interactive lessons and playful challenges. Glurbs blends education and play, helping kids build confidence while learning a new language. Earn points, climb the leaderboards, and track progress as you learn. Create your personalised character and meet Rusty, your friendly guide, as you travel across planets in the Glurbs universe. Each planet offers fun games and skill-boosting activities to improve reading, listening, and spelling in French, Spanish and Italian. Perfect for kids who love playing and parents who value quality learning time - Glurbs makes education exciting. Download now and turn language learning into your child’s next great adventure! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

JOJO Math and Reading4 screens
Glurbs4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: JOJO Math and Reading at 96% against Glurbs's 50%. JOJO Math and Reading also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (52 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. JOJO Math and Reading sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $40.00 per month and Glurbs sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

JOJO Math and Reading holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: JOJO Math and Reading has 52 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 96% of JOJO Math and Reading's written reviews are positive against 50% of Glurbs's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JOJO Math and Reading ships an update weekly, Glurbs monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
JOJO Math and Reading versus Glurbs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJOJO Math and ReadingGlurbs
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (52 ratings) — better3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews96.4% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings52 — better1
Update frequencyWeekly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size220 MB328 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSMART BEAN TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.Nubridge Publishing Limited

Customer experience

JOJO Math and Reading

All ratings52 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral1.9%
Negative1.9%
Written reviews84 reviews
Positive96.4%
Neutral1.2%
Negative2.4%

Glurbs

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

JOJO Math and Reading

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly Subscription$40.001 Month
  • Monthly Plan$40.001 Month
  • Quarterly Plan$60.003 Months
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  • Quarterly Plan14 Days trial$60.003 Months
  • Quarterly Plan (2 Learners)$109.003 Months
  • Annual Plan14 Days trial$189.991 Year
One-time2
  • 14-Day Learning Challenge$4.99
  • 30-Day Learning Challenge$9.99
4 purchases

Glurbs

Subscriptions4
  • Discounted Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Language Angels Schools$1.991 Year
  • Standard Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
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  • Standard Yearly Subscription$39.991 Year

Questions

Is JOJO Math and Reading free?
JOJO Math and Reading is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Glurbs free?
Glurbs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, JOJO Math and Reading or Glurbs?
JOJO Math and Reading is rated higher. JOJO Math and Reading averages 4.8 out of 5 from 52 ratings, while Glurbs averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do JOJO Math and Reading or Glurbs have ads?
Neither JOJO Math and Reading nor Glurbs shows ads.
Which is updated more often, JOJO Math and Reading or Glurbs?
JOJO Math and Reading ships an update weekly, and Glurbs monthly. Most recently, JOJO Math and Reading was updated on November 8, 2026 and Glurbs on November 6, 2026.

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