# Reading Mountain vs Quick Math

The clearest difference is rating: Quick Math at 5.0 against Reading Mountain's 4.3. Quick Math also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). Reading Mountain's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (6 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Reading Mountain sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $29.00 per month and Quick Math sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Quick Math holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Reading Mountain ships an update every 3 weeks, Quick Math weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Reading Mountain | Quick Math |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-mountain/id6755405634/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quick-math-speed-brain-game/id6759104351/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 79 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LEARN MOUNTAIN LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1800083061) | [That Peachey Thing](https://appshunter.io/developer/511298455) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### Quick Math

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quick-math-speed-brain-game/id6759104351)

Sharpen your mental arithmetic with this speed-based math game. Solve 20 problems against the clock using natural handwriting input. Compete globally and track your progress across various operations and difficulty levels.

**Highlights:** Speed-run gameplay, Handwriting input recognition, Multiple difficulty levels, Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Global leaderboards, Progress tracking, Score sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QuickMath+ Premium | $1.99 | per month |
| QuickMath+ Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| QuickMath+ Premium | $5.99 | per year |
| QuickMath+ Premium | $14.99 | per year |
| QuickMath+ Premium (Lifetime) | $9.99 | one-time |
| QuickMath+ Premium (Lifetime) | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Reading Mountain free?

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

### Is Quick Math free?

Quick Math is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Reading Mountain or Quick Math?

Quick Math is rated higher. Reading Mountain averages 4.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Quick Math averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Reading Mountain or Quick Math have ads?

Quick Math shows ads; Reading Mountain does not.

### Which is updated more often, Reading Mountain or Quick Math?

Reading Mountain ships an update every 3 weeks, and Quick Math weekly. Most recently, Reading Mountain was updated on October 5, 2026 and Quick Math on October 14, 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.*