Comparison

Elementary Math ScratchPad vs MathPad

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

Head to head
About

Elementary Math ScratchPad

This app provides a digital workspace for students to practice elementary math. It allows users to draw, take notes, and visualize problems directly on screen, reducing mental load and making learning less stressful. Features include interactive scratchpad, multiple game modes, and smart difficulty levels.

Highlights
  • Interactive scratchpad for drawing and notes
  • Addition, subtraction, and multiplication modes
  • Adjustable difficulty levels (1-3 digits)
  • Reward system for motivation
  • Offline and private use
  • Suitable for visual learners
Features
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Elementary Math ScratchPad is designed to make learning math easier by reducing cognitive load. Unlike standard quiz apps, we provide a dedicated workspace for you to think, draw, and solve. WHY THE SCRATCHPAD MATTERS Math can be overwhelming when you try to hold too many numbers in your head. Our built-in scratchpad allows you to: • Take notes while counting • Draw tally marks or visual aids • "Carry the one" without losing your place • Visualize complex multiplication problems directly on screen By offloading these mental tasks to the screen, you can focus on understanding the math itself, making learning faster and less stressful. KEY FEATURES • Interactive Scratch Pad: Draw, scribble, and calculate right next to the question. • Three Game Modes: Addition (+), Subtraction (-), and Multiplication (×). • Smart Difficulty: - 1 Digit: Perfect for beginners (1-9) - 2 Digits: Standard practice (Addition 10-99, Multiplication 10-20 × 1-9) - 3 Digits: Challenge mode (Addition 100-999, Multiplication 100-199 × 1-9) • Reward System: Keep motivated by earning points for every correct answer. • Offline & Private: No internet needed, and no data collection. Safe for all ages. PERFECT FOR • Visual learners who need to see the problem • Students struggling with mental math pressure • Parents teaching core arithmetic concepts • Anyone wanting a stress-free way to practice math skills

About

MathPad

This AI-powered math notebook instantly checks your work as you solve problems. It highlights errors with red ink, guiding you to understand mistakes without revealing the answers. Enjoy a seamless learning experience with integrated AI assistance.

Highlights
  • AI-powered math checking
  • Instant error highlighting
  • No need to retype or screenshot
  • Interactive learning experience
  • Supports iPhone and iPad
Features
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MathPad was designed to be the easiest way to use AI for learning math. The AI is already inside the notebook as a checker, so you never have to retype or screenshot anything. If you're wrong, red ink will show where the mistake was, so you can enjoy figuring it out without being given the answer. Happy solving with MathPad! This app uses standard Apple terms of use - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Elementary Math ScratchPad4 screens
MathPad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Elementary Math ScratchPad at none against MathPad's 2. Elementary Math ScratchPad also leads on iOS requirement (17.5 vs 26.5). 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. MathPad sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Elementary Math ScratchPad 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 Elementary Math ScratchPad against 5.0 for MathPad. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
Elementary Math ScratchPad versus MathPad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterElementary Math ScratchPadMathPad
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.5 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMd Yousuf AliBenjamin Majkut

Customer experience

Elementary Math ScratchPad

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

MathPad

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

In-app purchases

None

Elementary Math ScratchPad

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

MathPad

Subscriptions1
  • Mathpad Monthly$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • 100 Checks$2.99

Questions

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

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