Comparison

MathSling vs Elementary Math ScratchPad

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

Head to head
About

MathSling

This interactive game makes practicing arithmetic enjoyable. Solve various math problems through dynamic levels, track your progress, and aim for high scores. It offers an ad-free experience with an optional in-app purchase to enhance your learning.

Highlights
  • Arithmetic practice
  • Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
  • Dynamic levels
  • Progress tracking
  • High score challenges
  • Ad-free experience
Features
Read full description

MathSling is a fun and interactive game that helps you improve your math skills while having a blast! Solve addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division problems across dynamic levels. Track your progress, challenge yourself to beat your high scores, and enjoy an ad-free experience with an optional in-app purchase. Perfect for all ages—download MathSling and make math fun!

About

Elementary Math ScratchPad

This app provides a digital workspace for students to practice elementary math. It allows users to draw, take notes, and visualize problems directly on screen, reducing mental load and making learning less stressful. Features include interactive scratchpad, multiple game modes, and smart difficulty levels.

Highlights
  • Interactive scratchpad for drawing and notes
  • Addition, subtraction, and multiplication modes
  • Adjustable difficulty levels (1-3 digits)
  • Reward system for motivation
  • Offline and private use
  • Suitable for visual learners
Features
Read full description

Elementary Math ScratchPad is designed to make learning math easier by reducing cognitive load. Unlike standard quiz apps, we provide a dedicated workspace for you to think, draw, and solve. WHY THE SCRATCHPAD MATTERS Math can be overwhelming when you try to hold too many numbers in your head. Our built-in scratchpad allows you to: • Take notes while counting • Draw tally marks or visual aids • "Carry the one" without losing your place • Visualize complex multiplication problems directly on screen By offloading these mental tasks to the screen, you can focus on understanding the math itself, making learning faster and less stressful. KEY FEATURES • Interactive Scratch Pad: Draw, scribble, and calculate right next to the question. • Three Game Modes: Addition (+), Subtraction (-), and Multiplication (×). • Smart Difficulty: - 1 Digit: Perfect for beginners (1-9) - 2 Digits: Standard practice (Addition 10-99, Multiplication 10-20 × 1-9) - 3 Digits: Challenge mode (Addition 100-999, Multiplication 100-199 × 1-9) • Reward System: Keep motivated by earning points for every correct answer. • Offline & Private: No internet needed, and no data collection. Safe for all ages. PERFECT FOR • Visual learners who need to see the problem • Students struggling with mental math pressure • Parents teaching core arithmetic concepts • Anyone wanting a stress-free way to practice math skills

Screenshots

MathSling4 screens
Elementary Math ScratchPad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Elementary Math ScratchPad at none against MathSling's 1. MathSling's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.5). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. MathSling sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Elementary Math ScratchPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for MathSling against 5.0 for Elementary Math ScratchPad. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
MathSling versus Elementary Math ScratchPad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMathSlingElementary Math ScratchPad
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBrian Patrick BakkumMd Yousuf Ali

Customer experience

MathSling

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Elementary Math ScratchPad

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MathSling

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99
None

Elementary Math ScratchPad

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MathSling free?
MathSling is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Elementary Math ScratchPad free?
Elementary Math ScratchPad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MathSling or Elementary Math ScratchPad?
MathSling and Elementary Math ScratchPad are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do MathSling or Elementary Math ScratchPad have ads?
Neither MathSling nor Elementary Math ScratchPad shows ads.

Other comparisons