Comparison

Math Hero vs KnowYourBlock

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

Head to head
About

Math Hero

Master high school math with adaptive practice, step-by-step solutions, and interactive problems. Learn Algebra, Geometry, Precalculus, and Statistics at your own pace, anytime, anywhere. Designed to build confidence and improve exam performance.

Highlights
  • Adaptive practice for weak spots
  • Spaced repetition for long-term memory
  • Step-by-step solutions
  • Interactive problem types
  • Offline learning capability
  • Progress tracking dashboard
  • Daily challenges and streaks
Features
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Math Hero — Master High School Math Finally, a smarter way to learn high school math! Math Hero helps you actually understand Algebra, Geometry, Precalculus, and Statistics — not just memorize formulas. Using proven learning science and adaptive practice, Math-Games adjusts to you so you can learn faster, remember longer, and feel confident on exams. Whether you’re preparing for tests, catching up, or getting ahead, Math Hero lets you learn at your own pace — anytime, anywhere. Why Math Hero Works Private tutoring costs $40–$100 per hour. Textbooks are dry. Random videos leave gaps. Math-Games combines the best of all three: a structured curriculum, instant feedback, and intelligent practice — at a fraction of the cost. • Adaptive practice focuses on your weak spots • Spaced repetition helps you remember what you’d normally forget • Step-by-step solutions explain the “why,” not just the how • 6 interactive problem types keep learning engaging • Works fully offline — study anywhere Complete High School Curriculum 700+ lessons covering everything from Algebra I to AP-level topics. Algebra I & II Linear equations, quadratics, polynomials, rational functions, exponentials & logarithms, systems of equations, complex numbers Geometry Angles, triangles, circles, transformations, area & volume, coordinate geometry, proofs & reasoning Precalculus Trigonometric functions & identities, vectors, polar coordinates, conic sections, introduction to limits Statistics & Probability Data analysis, probability distributions, hypothesis testing, regression, confidence intervals Learn Smarter (Not Harder) Math Hero is built around proven learning science. Reviews are scheduled at optimal intervals to reinforce long-term memory, while the adaptive engine analyzes mistakes and targets exactly what you need next. Visual concept explainers show why math works, not just procedures. When you make mistakes, you get helpful feedback that explains common misconceptions. Stay Motivated Learning math takes consistency — so Math-Games is designed to keep you coming back. • Daily Challenges with fresh problems • Streak tracking to build habits • 45+ achievements, from First Steps to Math Master • Points & leveling system that rewards effort • Leaderboards to compete with friends • Math Duel — real-time challenges with others Built for Students • Progress dashboard tracks mastery across topics • Reference sheets for quick formula lookup • Smart hint system when you’re stuck (without giving away answers) • Dark mode for late-night study sessions • Apple Pencil support for geometry constructions • Home Screen widgets for daily challenges Perfect For • High school students aiming for better grades • College students reviewing prerequisites • Adults returning to math after years away • Homeschool families needing structured curriculum • SAT, ACT, and placement test prep • Parents tired of expensive tutoring No Ads. No Distractions. Math Hero is built for learning — not engagement farming. No ads. No social feeds. No manipulative notifications. Your Data. Your Device. Works offline. Syncs across devices when you choose. We don’t sell your data or track you for advertisers. Privacy Policy - https://github.com/Daniel-Berger/Math-Hero-Privacy/blob/main/README.md#math-hero-privacy Terms of Use - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

KnowYourBlock

Discover the stories behind NYC's honorary street names with this walking companion. Explore a map of named streets, read about the individuals honored, and learn about their impact on the city. Designed for exploration without accounts or ads.

Highlights
  • Map of honorary street signs
  • Filter signs by category
  • Detailed stories of honorees
  • Optional nearby notifications
  • Offline progress tracking
  • No accounts or ads
Features
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There's a second name bolted above hundreds of NYC street signs. It can be an activist, a musician, a doctor, a firefighter, a neighbor. Know Your Block is a walking companion for those names. FIND THEM ON THE MAP A map of New York shows every honorary street sign in the collection including 289 icons across Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island, from Christopher "Notorious B.I.G." Wallace Way to Elizabeth Jennings Place. Filter by category: civil rights, music, arts, public service, and more. READ THEIR STORIES Every icon has a story page: who they were, what they did, and why their block carries their name (curated from NYC Council co-naming records and public sources). A century before Rosa Parks, Elizabeth Jennings held onto a streetcar window frame near this stretch of Lower Manhattan; her lawyer later became President. BUILT FOR WALKING - Optional nearby notifications, generated entirely on your device - Your progress never leaves your phone: no accounts, no ads, no analytics - Location is used only while the app is open, and never stored or transmitted Know Your Block is an independent project and is not affiliated with the City of New York or any honoree's estate.

Screenshots

Math Hero4 screens
KnowYourBlock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: KnowYourBlock at none against Math Hero's 2. KnowYourBlock also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.2). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Math Hero sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. KnowYourBlock asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Math Hero against 5.0 for KnowYourBlock. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Math Hero versus KnowYourBlock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMath HeroKnowYourBlock
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.216.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB38 MB
Age rating9+12+
Developerdaniel bergerClaire Jellison

Customer experience

Math Hero

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

KnowYourBlock

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Math Hero

Subscriptions2
  • Math Hero Unlimited Monthly7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Math Hero Unlimited Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
None

KnowYourBlock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Math Hero free?
Math Hero is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is KnowYourBlock free?
KnowYourBlock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Math Hero or KnowYourBlock?
Math Hero and KnowYourBlock are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Math Hero or KnowYourBlock have ads?
Neither Math Hero nor KnowYourBlock shows ads.

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