Comparison

Handwriting Grid Math Training vs NPNorms

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

Head to head
About

Handwriting Grid Math Training

Features
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This is a grid math training app with handwriting input. Please use it for mental exercise. How to use: You can choose addition, subtraction, or multiplication. Enter the answer by handwriting, and if it’s correct, it will automatically move to the next grid. In the settings tab, you can set the grid size and whether you are right-handed or left-handed. It’s easier to write if you use an Apple Pencil on an iPad. The app is free to use for the first 3 days after installation. After the free trial period ends, the app will be locked. However, you can continue to use it by unlocking it with a purchase. Requires iOS 17.2 or later.

About

NPNorms

Features
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NPNorms is a working reference library and scoring calculator for neuropsychological assessment β€” built for the people who actually use this stuff every day. Whether you're a graduate student learning your way around the WAIS, a postdoc working through a stack of reports, or a clinician who just needs a quick bedside reference, NPNorms puts the data you need within thumb's reach. WHAT'S FREE β€’ Browse the full library of neuropsychological measures β€’ Continuous addition of neuropsychological peer-reviewed studies β€’ View the studies behind each measure β€” authors, year, sample, and key details WITH A BASIC SUBSCRIPTION β€’ Score patient data against published norms in seconds β€’ Search the full studies database by keyword, author, title, and demographics β€’ View detailed normative data: trial values, ranges, and sample demographics for every study β€’ Save your scoring sessions and revisit them later WHO IT'S FOR β€’ Graduate students learning neuropsychological assessment β€’ Interns, residents, and postdoctoral fellows preparing reports β€’ Clinicians who want a fast, no-fuss reference at the point of care β€’ Researchers comparing measures across studies PRICING Start with a 1-month free trial of Basic. After the trial: β€’ $4.99 per month, or β€’ $39.99 per year (save 33% versus monthly) Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings β†’ Apple ID β†’ Subscriptions. ABOUT NPNorms is intended as a reference and scoring aid for trained professionals and students of neuropsychological assessment. It does not provide diagnostic conclusions and is not a substitute for clinical judgment. NPNorms is also available on the web at npnorms.net. Mobile and web subscriptions are billed separately. Questions or feedback: info@npnorms.net Coming in next version: Dynamic plotting of trials values, from Mitrushina, M., Oxford Press Privacy Policy: https://npnorms.net/privacy-policy/ Terms of Sale and Use: https://npnorms.net/terms-of-sale-and-use/

Screenshots

Handwriting Grid Math Training4 screens
NPNorms4 screens

Verdict

The call

Handwriting Grid Math Training and NPNorms are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Handwriting Grid Math Training sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and NPNorms sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Handwriting Grid Math Training versus NPNorms: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHandwriting Grid Math TrainingNPNorms
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.2 β€” better17.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size1 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTatsuya YamaguchiThomas Holton

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Handwriting Grid Math Training

One-time1
  • Access Unlock$1.99
2 purchases

NPNorms

Subscriptions2
  • Basic Access$4.991 Month
  • Basic Access$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Handwriting Grid Math Training free?
Handwriting Grid Math Training is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NPNorms free?
NPNorms is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Handwriting Grid Math Training or NPNorms have ads?
Neither Handwriting Grid Math Training nor NPNorms shows ads.

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