Comparison

JOJO Math and Reading vs OUSD Pulse

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 helps children aged 4-10 improve math skills, focus, and build consistent practice habits through handwriting-based exercises. It offers engaging games and personalized levels to make learning enjoyable and effective.

Highlights
  • Handwriting-based math practice
  • Concentration games with timers and encouragement
  • Covers addition, subtraction, multiplication, and word problems
  • Personalized learning levels
  • Built-in rewards and math games
  • Focus on building daily routines
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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

OUSD Pulse

This app streamlines parent-teacher communication by consolidating messaging, calendars, and event coordination. It allows secure sharing of photos, classroom updates, and student portfolios, fostering a supportive classroom community for educators and families.

Highlights
  • Secure photo and update sharing
  • Event and calendar management with reminders
  • Parent-teacher conference scheduling
  • Volunteer sign-ups
  • Direct messaging with parents
  • Student portfolio creation and sharing
  • Multi-language support for parents
Features
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One app for all your parent communication. Bloomz is the FREE award-winning app that saves teachers lots of time in all parent communications, while creating a supportive classroom community. “Make your life easier by consolidating all of your communications and coordination with parents.” – WeAreTeachers “If you’re looking for ways to build relationships with and between families, check out Bloomz!” – The Cornerstone for Teachers “There’s one app that does it all, it’s called Bloomz.” – Vicki Davis (CoolCatTeacher) Bloomz makes it easy for teachers to securely share photos, classroom updates and reach parents instantly through messaging, as well as to coordinate events (like PT Conferences) and sign up for volunteers. Bloomz now supports Student Timelines, a simple & beautiful way to capture and share student-driven portfolios. Students can publish their work by quickly scanning a QR code and annotating their work. Teachers can approve and instantly share with parents on Student's Timelines. With Bloomz teachers can: - Post class updates and share pictures, and see who’s viewing them - Manage events and calendar, with built-in reminders - Schedule Parent-Teacher Conferences in seconds - Sign up volunteers in a few easy steps - Message one or more parents, without sharing their cell phone number - Send alerts notifications for urgent matters, to both phone and email in one click. - Invite parents via email or class code for privacy - Capture & share student-driven portfolios with parents securely via Student Timelines - Reinforce students’ positive behavior, sharing notes and awards with parents With Bloomz parents can: - Sign up FREE and be notified via SMS/TEXT messaging - Choose between push and email notifications, as well as their frequency - Read posts in their preferred language with one-click translations (80 languages available) - Communicate with other parents for play dates, carpooling and more Awards: - New Education Product of 2016 – EdTech Digest - 2015 Awards of Excellence – Tech & Learning - The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval - Top 20 Most Promising K12 Technology – CIO Review - People’s Choice Award – Stevie Awards - Best of Show @ ISTE 2016 – Tech & Learning - Best Website for Teaching and Learning 2016 – American Association of School Librarians (AASL) Subscription: Bloomz is always free for teachers, parents and schools. Bloomz may experiment with different premium experiences, while continue to offer both educators and parents a free platform to connect, coordinate and communicate. The Bloomz Convenience Pack is an easy and quick way to download and share media posted on Bloomz, in full resolution, and without restrictions.* For only $1.67 a month (billed annually at $19.99), parents get photo and video downloads at full resolution on both mobile and desktop, with multiple media selection (including full albums) and unlimited access, even after class is archived. Note: Teachers can always upload unlimited number of photos and/or videos to share with parents at no cost. * Your subscription is effective for 1 calendar year starting with your purchase. Your iTunes account will be charged at confirmation of purchase and automatically renews at the then current price, unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can turn off auto-renew at any time from your iTunes account settings, and you can cancel any time by emailing support@bloomz.com. You can ask for a refund within the first 15 days as long as no content has been downloaded after payment. Prices shown are in U.S. dollars. Other restrictions apply. Privacy Policy: https://www.bloomz.net/privacypolicy Terms: https://www.bloomz.net/terms Follow us on: Facebook.com/BloomzApp Twitter.com/BloomzApp

Screenshots

JOJO Math and Reading4 screens
OUSD Pulse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: JOJO Math and Reading at 4.9 against OUSD Pulse's 1.0. JOJO Math and Reading also leads on ratings volume (41 vs 1) and update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). OUSD Pulse's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, 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

Both are free to download. JOJO Math and Reading sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $40.00 per month. OUSD Pulse asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

JOJO Math and Reading holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: JOJO Math and Reading has 41 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JOJO Math and Reading ships an update every 9 days, OUSD Pulse monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
JOJO Math and Reading versus OUSD Pulse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJOJO Math and ReadingOUSD Pulse
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (41 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews96.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings41 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size195 MB92 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperSMART BEAN TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.Bloomz Inc

Customer experience

JOJO Math and Reading

All ratings41 ratings
Positive97.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews83 reviews
Positive96.4%
Neutral1.2%
Negative2.4%

OUSD Pulse

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

JOJO Math and Reading

Subscriptions7
  • 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
  • Quarterly Plan (3 Learners)$161.993 Months
  • Annual Plan14 Days trial$189.991 Year
One-time3
  • 14-Day Learning Challenge$4.99
  • 21-Day Learning Challenge$5.99
  • 30-Day Learning Challenge$9.99
None

OUSD Pulse

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 OUSD Pulse free?
OUSD Pulse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, JOJO Math and Reading or OUSD Pulse?
JOJO Math and Reading is rated higher. JOJO Math and Reading averages 4.9 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while OUSD Pulse averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do JOJO Math and Reading or OUSD Pulse have ads?
Neither JOJO Math and Reading nor OUSD Pulse shows ads.
Which is updated more often, JOJO Math and Reading or OUSD Pulse?
JOJO Math and Reading ships an update every 9 days, and OUSD Pulse monthly. Most recently, JOJO Math and Reading was updated on September 27, 2026 and OUSD Pulse on September 17, 2026.

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