Comparison

Ello 2.0 vs Matharoo

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

Head to head
About

Ello 2.0

This educational app uses AI to personalize reading and math lessons for children aged 4-9. It listens to children read aloud, identifies mistakes, and adapts content in real-time. Features include daily quests, a large book library, and early math exercises.

Highlights
  • AI reading tutor listens and corrects in real-time
  • Adaptive learning adjusts to child's level
  • 1,200+ decodable books based on Science of Reading
  • Daily personalized reading and math quests
  • Early math skills development
  • Supports pre-readers and up to Grade 5
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Your child is unique. Their learning should be too. More than games. Real teaching. Ages 4–9. Ello listens to your child, catches mistakes, and adjusts to their level — built by literacy researchers and speech scientists. Most kids' apps are tappable games with a quiz bolted on. Ello actually teaches. It listens to your child read out loud, catches mistakes, and adjusts the next session based on what they got wrong. Featured by Good Morning America, Time Magazine, and Common Sense Media. Free to start. No ads. Ever. Download and explore Ello's reading games, math games, and Daily Quests completely free. How Ello actually teaches: Ello's AI listens to your child read out loud, catches mistakes, and adjusts the next session to match. No other reading app does real-time listening, a full book library, and early math in a single daily session. - Daily Quests — a personalized mix of reading and math, up to 15 min per day - 1,200+ decodable books built on the Science of Reading - Math for kids — counting, numbers, and addition - AI reading tutor — listens, corrects, and guides in real time - Pre-K ready — supports pre-readers starting in pre-K - Adaptive learning — meets your child exactly where they are - Kid-safe — no ads, no in-app purchases Reading, math, and a reason to keep coming back. Ello covers phonics, early reading, and math for kids from preschool through Grade 5. Whether your child is a pre-reader learning the alphabet, a kindergartener building phonics skills, or a 2nd grader who needs a math tutor — Ello adapts to them. "She struggled with reading, but Ello makes it fun. Now she asks to read every day." — Jamie M. "My son's reading level jumped two grades in three months." — Lola P. Reading tutor. Math tutor. One app. Download free — your child's first Daily Quest is waiting.

About

Matharoo

Features
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Help your child build confidence in math with Matharoo, a fun, game-like learning app that combines math puzzles, number challenges, and skill-building activities with powerful tools for parents to track progress. Designed for school aged children from grades 1 through 8, Matharoo helps kids develop essential math skills through engaging learning experiences that feel rewarding and motivating. Whether your child is practicing multiplication, learning number sense, or building confidence with math facts, Matharoo makes daily learning something they look forward to. Children can explore: • Multiplication games and multiplication tables • Math facts and math fact flashcards • Counting and number games • Logic puzzles and equation puzzles • Addition, subtraction, division, and fractions • Mental math and fast math practice • Math puzzle games and brain puzzles • Number sense and arithmetic activities • Math quests and math missions that encourage consistent learning Every activity is carefully designed to strengthen core mathematics skills while keeping children motivated through achievable challenges and clear progress. Built for Real Learning Unlike many apps that focus primarily on entertainment, Matharoo is designed to support genuine math learning and academic growth. Perfect for: • Kindergarten learning games • First grade math practice • Math games for 2nd grade learners • Third grade math students • Elementary math enrichment • Homeschool learning • Extra math practice at home • Help with homework and school math support Whether your child needs additional practice, enrichment, or simply enjoys solving math puzzles, Matharoo adapts to their learning journey. Parent Portal & Progress Dashboard Matharoo includes a dedicated parent portal that helps families stay involved in their child's education. Parents can: • Track learning progress over time • View a detailed progress dashboard • Identify strengths and areas needing more practice • Set goals to encourage student success • Celebrate learning achievements and skill mastery With clear insights and easy-to-understand reports, parents always know how their child is progressing. Develop Essential Math Skills Matharoo helps children build: • Number skills and numeracy skills • Multiplication and division fluency • Problem-solving abilities • Logical reasoning and critical thinking • Concentration and focus • Math confidence • Independent learning habits By combining mathematical play with structured learning challenges, children gain the confidence they need to tackle increasingly advanced concepts. Why Families Choose Matharoo • Engaging math learning designed for kids • Fun, game-like math puzzles and challenges • Parent portal with progress tracking • Supports elementary through middle school math learners • Encourages consistent daily practice • Learning milestones and achievement tracking • Suitable for home learning and homeschool use • Safe environment focused on learning, not distractions Matharoo contains no advertisements. Subscription and payment are made via your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Otherwise, the account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Join the growing community of parents using Matharoo to help children learn math, strengthen foundational skills, and build confidence one challenge at a time. Download Matharoo today and discover a smarter way to support your child's math learning journey. Privacy policy: https://matharoo.app/privacy.html Terms and conditions: https://matharoo.app/terms.html

Screenshots

Ello 2.04 screens
Matharoo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Ello 2.0 at daily against Matharoo's weekly. Ello 2.0 also leads on chart position (#154 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ello 2.0 ships an update daily, Matharoo weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Ello 2.0 versus Matharoo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEllo 2.0Matharoo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (20 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings20 — better—
Update frequencyDaily — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#154 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size193 MB164 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEllo Technology, Inc.Kidslox inc

In-app purchases

None

Ello 2.0

No in-app purchases

None

Matharoo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ello 2.0 free?
Ello 2.0 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Matharoo free?
Matharoo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ello 2.0 or Matharoo have ads?
Neither Ello 2.0 nor Matharoo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ello 2.0 or Matharoo?
Ello 2.0 ships an update daily, and Matharoo weekly. Most recently, Ello 2.0 was updated on October 7, 2026 and Matharoo on September 30, 2026.

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