Comparison

JOJO Math and Reading vs Ello

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

Ello

This app offers personalized reading and math instruction for children aged 5-9. Utilizing AI, it listens to children read aloud, identifies errors, and adapts lessons to their individual learning pace. It features a vast library of decodable books and covers foundational math concepts.

Highlights
  • AI reading tutor
  • Adaptive learning
  • 1,200+ decodable books
  • Math games
  • Daily personalized quests
  • Phonics instruction
Currently charting
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Ello is an AI tutor for reading and math, ages 5 to 9 (Kinder to 3rd grade). Your child reads and talks out loud. Ello listens to every word and teaches in the moment. Start free. The Free plan includes daily lessons, and your first week of Ello Unlimited is on us. No credit card. 88% of children read more with Ello.* Named one of TIME's Best Inventions. Rated by Common Sense Media. Featured on Good Morning America. HOW ELLO TEACHES • It listens. When your child stumbles on a word, Ello hears it and helps them sound it out instead of saying the word for them. • It talks back. After a story, Ello asks what happened, listens to the answer, and responds to what your child said. • It explains math. Ello talks through each step out loud, from counting to multiplication, and lets your child find the answer. • It starts at your child's level. Ello places your child in reading and math, and you can change the level anytime in Settings. CREATE A STORY Your child makes up a story. Ello turns it into a real book with pictures, then teaches them to read it. BUILT FOR FAMILIES • Up to 4 children on one account, each with their own level, stars, and books. • A parent dashboard with lessons completed, words read, and stars earned. • Texts that share the funny, sweet things your child says to Ello. • No ads. BUILT BY TEACHERS Thirty-seven teachers and learning researchers built Ello. WHAT PARENTS SAY "My son is shy about attempting to read out loud with me, but he loves reading out loud with Ello!" (App Store review) "It's actually engaging with my son and listening to what he says and correcting and encouraging him." (App Store review) PLANS • Free: daily reading and math lessons, shared by every child on the account. • Ello Unlimited: unlimited learning for every child and full parent reports. Optional subscription, billed monthly or yearly. • Every family gets Ello Unlimited free for their first 7 days. *Survey of Ello families. Questions? support@ello.com

Screenshots

JOJO Math and Reading4 screens
Ello4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ello at none against JOJO Math and Reading's 8. Ello also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly) and chart position (#65 vs unranked). JOJO Math and Reading's advantage is review sentiment (96% vs 88%). On price, rating, ads 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. JOJO Math and Reading sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $40.00 per month. Ello asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for JOJO Math and Reading against 4.7 for Ello. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 52 and 245 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 96% of JOJO Math and Reading's written reviews are positive against 88% of Ello's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JOJO Math and Reading ships an update weekly, Ello every 2 days. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
JOJO Math and Reading versus Ello: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJOJO Math and ReadingEllo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (52 ratings) — better4.7 (245 ratings)
Positive reviews96.4% of reviews — better87.9% of reviews
Number of ratings52245 — better
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank—#65 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size220 MB208 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSMART BEAN TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.Ello Technology, Inc.

Customer experience

JOJO Math and Reading

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

Ello

All ratings245 ratings
Positive92.7%
Neutral1.2%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive87.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.1%

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
None

Ello

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is JOJO Math and Reading free?
JOJO Math and Reading is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ello free?
Ello is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, JOJO Math and Reading or Ello?
JOJO Math and Reading is rated higher. JOJO Math and Reading averages 4.8 out of 5 from 52 ratings, while Ello averages 4.7 from 245 ratings.
Do JOJO Math and Reading or Ello have ads?
Neither JOJO Math and Reading nor Ello shows ads.
Which is updated more often, JOJO Math and Reading or Ello?
JOJO Math and Reading ships an update weekly, and Ello every 2 days. Most recently, JOJO Math and Reading was updated on November 8, 2026 and Ello on November 8, 2026.

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