# Screen Time Learning Challenge vs Reading Mountain

The clearest difference is rating: Screen Time Learning Challenge at 5.0 against Reading Mountain's 4.3. Reading Mountain's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screen Time Learning Challenge sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Reading Mountain sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $29.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Screen Time Learning Challenge holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 6 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Screen Time Learning Challenge ships an update every 2 weeks, Reading Mountain every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Screen Time Learning Challenge | Reading Mountain |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-learning-challenge/id6755341762/reviews)** | [4.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-mountain/id6755405634/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **6** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 498 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Domenic Talese](https://appshunter.io/developer/1853286495) | [LEARN MOUNTAIN LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1800083061) |

## What reviewers say

### Screen Time Learning Challenge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-learning-challenge/id6755341762)

This app helps families establish a healthy routine by requiring children to complete educational challenges before accessing games or other apps. Parents can customize blocked apps, set learning goals, and schedule screen time. A free preview mode is available to explore core features.

**Highlights:** Educational challenges for screen time access, Customizable blocked apps and categories, Math and spelling learning modules, Parent-controlled challenge goals and difficulty, Scheduled screen time (bedtime, homework), Progress tracking for learning achievements

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Screen Time Math Challenge | $4.99 | per month |
| STMC Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| STMC Base Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| STMC Premium Yearly | $79.99 | per year |


### Reading Mountain

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-mountain/id6755405634)

This structured literacy program uses a systematic, multisensory approach inspired by Orton-Gillingham to build strong reading and writing skills. It breaks down words into sounds and spelling patterns, offering interactive lessons, movable tiles, and decodable books for learners of all ages.

**Highlights:** Structured and cumulative learning, Interactive 'New Learning' module, Movable sound tiles for word building, Integrated spelling and writing practice, Level-appropriate decodable books, Interactive reinforcement games, Speech recognition for reading feedback

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Individual Monthly | $29.00 | per month |
| Reading Mountain Full Access | $29.99 | per month |
| Family Monthly | $49.00 | per month |
| Individual Annual | $239.00 | per year |
| Family Annual | $399.00 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Screen Time Learning Challenge free?

Screen Time Learning Challenge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Reading Mountain free?

Reading Mountain is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Screen Time Learning Challenge or Reading Mountain?

Screen Time Learning Challenge is rated higher. Screen Time Learning Challenge averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Reading Mountain averages 4.3 from 6 ratings.

### Do Screen Time Learning Challenge or Reading Mountain have ads?

Neither Screen Time Learning Challenge nor Reading Mountain shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Screen Time Learning Challenge or Reading Mountain?

Screen Time Learning Challenge ships an update every 2 weeks, and Reading Mountain every 3 weeks. Most recently, Screen Time Learning Challenge was updated on September 30, 2026 and Reading Mountain on October 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*