Play the States vs MathleticTools
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Play the States
Engage in a variety of fun games to learn US states, capitals, and geography. Features puzzle-solving, trivia, and reaction-based challenges for all ages. Track progress and unlock achievements while building geographic knowledge.
- Multiple game modes (puzzle, battle, trivia)
- Drag and drop state puzzles
- State trivia and fact challenges
- Capitals matching game
- Reaction-based delivery game
- Progress tracking and achievements
- Offline play
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Learn US states, capitals, and geography like never before! Play the States makes learning fun and memorable. MULTIPLE WAYS TO PLAY Jump between puzzle-solving, state battles, and trivia challenges. There's something for every mood and skill level! PUZZLE GAMES Drag and drop all 50 states into their correct positions. Bring the USA to life piece by piece! Includes a special "drop" mode where you have to grab the states and place them before they land on spikes! BATTLE GAME Which state is larger? Which has more people? Which became a state first? Test your knowledge as states clash in 1v1 battles! TRIVIA CHALLENGE Answer questions about state capitals, landmarks, history, and fascinating facts. Carefully drop states onto a scale so that they don't fall off until the goal weight is reached. CAPITALS GAME Learn all 50 state capitals through hands-on interaction - pick the correct capital and drag it onto the displayed state. DELIVERY GAME Players must quickly tap on states as they appear on screen to drop packages onto them from a friendly drone. A fast-paced reaction game that tests speed, accuracy, and geographic recognition. STICK 'EM GAME Race against time to connect neighboring states in this fast-paced puzzle challenge. FREESTYLE Spawn your own states. Stack them or blast them? It's up to you! ACHIEVEMENTS & PROGRESS Unlock achievements as you master each game. Track your progress and celebrate your geographic victories! COLLECT GOLD CARDS Can you collect all 50 state cards and become a Play the States master? FAMILY FRIENDLY Kids and adults can play together, learn together, and compete in friendly challenges. DESIGNED FOR MOBILE Intuitive touch controls make it easy to drag, drop, and interact with states. Optimized for iPad but works on iPhone too! FEATURES • Beautiful, hand-crafted state graphics • Multiple difficulty levels • Achievement system with unlockable rewards • Progress tracking across all game modes • Offline play - no internet required • More mini-games to come - let us know what games you'd like to see! • Suitable for all ages - kids to adults EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS • Improves spatial reasoning • Enhances memory retention • Builds geographic literacy • Develops critical thinking skills PERFECT FOR: • K-12 students and homeschoolers • Teachers looking for classroom tools • Parents wanting educational screen time • Adults refreshing their US geography knowledge Turn screen time into learning time with Play the States! Privacy policy: https://studio7creative.co/play-the-states/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://studio7creative.co/play-the-states/eula.html
MathleticTools
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MathleticTools is a focused training app for contest-style math preparation. Practice identifying the correct problem-solving technique under time pressure, then reinforce learning with worked examples and guided case studies. What you'll get: - Timed Daily Drill mode with 4-option technique recognition. - Progress Radar heatmap to track growth by topic and module. - Skill Library with formulas, mathematical triggers, and tagged techniques. - Worked examples with structured solutions and final answers. - Case Studies with high-level analysis, trapdoors, and progressive reveal steps. - Module paths for AMC 8, AMC 10, and AMC 12 preparation. Designed for focused practice: - Fast interactions optimized for quick repetition. - Local-first performance tracking on your device. - No account required. In-App Purchases: - Optional one-time module unlocks for expanded technique and case-study coverage. - Purchases are managed through your Apple ID. Important: - MathleticTools is an educational practice app. - Results vary by learner and effort. - MathleticTools is independent and not affiliated with or endorsed by MAA or AMC organizers.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Play the States at 15.0 against MathleticTools's 26.2. 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
Both are free to download. Play the States sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and MathleticTools sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Play the States | MathleticTools |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (14 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 200 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Studio 7 Creative | JT Scientific Consulting LLC |
In-app purchases
Play the States
- Capitals Game$0.99
- Delivery Game$0.99
- Battle Game$0.99
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- Freestyle Game$0.99
- Stick 'Em Game$0.99
- Add up to 10 players$0.99
- Trivia Game$1.99
- Puzzle Game$2.99
- All Games Forever Bundle$4.99
MathleticTools
- AMC 8 Prep Pro$29.99
- AMC 12 Prep Pro$29.99
- AMC 10 Prep Pro$29.99
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