Comparison

Boost My Maths vs MathStar Practice

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

Head to head
About

Boost My Maths

This app offers curriculum-aligned math practice for children aged 7-11, using gamified lessons and spaced learning to build confidence and improve retention. It's designed by UK teachers to make learning enjoyable and effective, with no ads or distractions.

Highlights
  • UK National Curriculum aligned
  • Spaced learning technique
  • Gamified and engaging lessons
  • Ad-free and child-safe
  • Practice core math skills
  • Developed by UK teachers
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Boost My Maths Fun, Curriculum-Aligned Maths Practice for Kids Boost My Maths is a fun and effective maths app for kids aged 7 to 11. Created by UK teachers and based on the UK National Curriculum, it helps your child build maths confidence, practise core skills, and enjoy learning at home or on the go. Perfect for children in Key Stage 2 (Years 4 to 6), this app turns learning into a game and uses spaced learning to help children retain knowledge longer and boost performance in school. Top Features Aligned with the UK Curriculum Covers number, arithmetic, fractions, multiplication, division, problem solving, and more. Uses Spaced Learning Smart revision technique that improves memory and retention over time. Gamified & Engaging Bright visuals, motivating feedback, and game-style learning keep children focused and happy. Ad-Free and Safe No ads, pop-ups, or distractions. 100% safe for children. Easy to Use Anywhere No setup required. Ideal for short bursts of practice, car rides, or after school. Built by Qualified Teachers Created by UK educators who understand how children learn best. Who is Boost My Maths For? Parents looking for maths practice apps that match the National Curriculum Children aged 7 to 11 in primary school or KS2 Families wanting an affordable, ad-free educational app. Subscription Details: - Premium Monthly Plan Length: 1 month Price: £4.99/month - Premium Yearly Plan Length: 12 months Price: £39.99/year Terms Of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://boostmymaths.co.uk/privacy-policy/

About

MathStar Practice

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MathStar helps you improve mental arithmetic through structured daily practice. Train addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and mixed exercises while tracking your progress over time. Features: • Multiple training modes • Adaptive difficulty • Speed and accuracy tracking • Progress statistics • Skill development system • Focus-oriented practice sessions • Clean distraction-free interface • Local-first privacy design MathStar is designed for students, professionals, lifelong learners, and anyone looking to sharpen mental calculation skills. Premium subscription unlocks advanced training features and extended statistics. Subscription information: Available subscriptions: • Monthly Premium Subscription • Annual Premium Subscription • Payment is charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase. • Subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. • You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple ID Account Settings. Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://mathstar-app-support-tqdc.bolt.host/privacy Practice consistently. Track your progress. Improve every day.

Screenshots

Boost My Maths4 screens
MathStar Practice4 screens

Verdict

The call

Boost My Maths and MathStar Practice are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

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

Both are free to download. Boost My Maths sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and MathStar Practice sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Boost My Maths versus MathStar Practice: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoost My MathsMathStar Practice
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 5 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBoost My Maths LtdDmytro Sydorov

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Boost My Maths

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$39.991 Year
2 purchases

MathStar Practice

Subscriptions2
  • MathStar Premium$2.991 Month
  • MathStar Premium Annual$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Boost My Maths free?
Boost My Maths is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MathStar Practice free?
MathStar Practice is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Boost My Maths or MathStar Practice have ads?
Neither Boost My Maths nor MathStar Practice shows ads.

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