NumChain vs Sort It Up
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
NumChain
This number puzzle game sharpens mental math skills through engaging gameplay. Connect numbers to form chains, sums, and products across three distinct modes. Compete globally, earn achievements, and enjoy a clean, intuitive interface designed for all ages.
- Three game modes: Chains, Sums, Multiplication
- Global leaderboards and achievements
- Hint system for challenging puzzles
- Intuitive interface and clean design
- Optimized for iPhone and iPad
- Develops mental calculation and strategic thinking
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NumChain is a number puzzle that trains your mental math. Connect numbers on the board to build chains, sums and products, collect badges and beat your high score. THREE GAME MODES ā¢ CHAINS: Join consecutive numbers on the board and build the longest chain you can. ā¢ SUMS: Connect adjacent numbers to make sums and test your mental agility. ā¢ MULTIPLICATION: The ultimate challenge for math lovers. Multiply connected numbers and master the times tables. HINTS WHEN YOU'RE STUCK ā£ Earn points and spend them on hints. ā£ Reveal a strategic move or the solution when a puzzle gets tough. COMPETE WORLDWIDE ā£ Compete against players from around the world. ā£ Global leaderboards with Game Center. ā£ Transparent and fair scoring. ā£ Special achievements to unlock. FEATURES YOU'LL LOVE ā£ Exclusive medals and badges for your achievements. ā£ Intuitive interface and clean design. ā£ Play in portrait or landscape. ā£ Optimized for iPhone, foldable iPhone and iPad. ā£ Smooth, satisfying animations. BENEFITS FOR YOUR MIND ā£ Faster mental calculation. ā£ Strategic thinking and planning. ā£ Stronger visual and spatial memory. ā£ Better concentration. ā£ Basic and advanced math skills. ā£ Quick problem solving. ā£ Perfect for all ages. PERFECT FOR ā£ Students who want to improve their math skills in a fun way. ā£ Gamers who enjoy mental challenges. ā£ Adults who want to keep their mind sharp and active. ā£ Families looking for quality educational entertainment. ā£ Teachers looking for new learning tools. ā£ Competitive players who want to climb the world rankings. Practice regularly with NumChain to sharpen your math and thinking skills and climb the global leaderboard. Download NumChain now and train your brain with numbers!
Sort It Up
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- Slide to sort numbers.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sort It Up at none against NumChain's 5. Sort It Up also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. NumChain sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Sort It Up asks for nothing beyond the download.
NumChain ships an update monthly, Sort It Up every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | NumChain | Sort It Up |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | ā |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 weeks ā better |
| Ads | Yes | No ā better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No ā better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | ā |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.1 ā better |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | J.Benito Pereira | Duyen Hang |
In-app purchases
NumChain
- 25 Points$0.99
- 53 Points$1.99
- Ads Remove$2.99
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- 85 Points$2.99
- 110 Points$3.99
Sort It Up
No in-app purchases
