Comparison

Math Dash vs LearnNest

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

Head to head
About

Math Dash

Features
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Math Dash is a running game for times tables, math facts and spelling, made for ages 6 to 8. Pick Pip the pencil-tail fox, Tally the counting bot, Smudge the eraser bunny or Rumble the race-bib dino, then run, jump and grab the number bubble that answers the sum. Every right answer powers your hero up, and a wrong one is just a quick wobble. Pick Pip the pencil-tail fox, Tally the counting bot, Smudge the eraser bunny or Rumble the race-bib dino. Dress your hero up in costumes, then run, jump and grab the number bubble that answers the sum. Every right answer powers your hero up, and a wrong one is just a quick wobble. Run, jump, learn Math Dash is a fast, friendly running game that makes math practice feel like play. Pick the exact number to practice (like only +3 or x4) in Add, Subtract, Multiply and Divide, or try Fractions, Counting, Spelling and Patterns (logic). There is a Collect mode too. Tricky Facts Mixed up 7 x 8? Math Dash saves the facts your child gets wrong and turns them into a gentle practice run where the answer is hidden, so they really work it out. Get a fact right twice and it is mastered. Keep the fun going - A fresh daily challenge with bonus XP - Streaks, levels, stars and badges - Easy, Medium and Hard, and eight worlds to run through: Sketchbook, Meadow, Beach, Space, Forest, Arctic, Volcano and Underwater - Big, easy-to-read numbers made for small hands - A hand-drawn notebook look, and a chalkboard in dark mode - Siri shortcuts: "Practice tricky facts in Math Dash" or "Play today's challenge" - Available in 9+ languages For grown-ups Made for ages 6 to 8. The Grown-ups corner sits behind a parent check and holds sound settings, a haptics toggle and a progress report, so you can see how your child is doing. There are no ads, no tracking, no accounts and no chat. Progress stays on the device. Download Math Dash and let your hero dash for the answer!

About

LearnNest

Transform your notes and knowledge into daily flashcard review sessions. Build a consistent study habit with tracking tools and customizable goals. Organize your learning with themed decks or mix cards for focused study.

Highlights
  • Daily flashcard review sessions
  • Built-in decks and simple review loop
  • Streak and progress tracking
  • Customizable daily goals
  • Organize by deck
  • Import study materials (Pro)
  • iCloud Sync (Pro)
Features
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LearnNest helps you turn notes, classes, and small pieces of knowledge into quick daily flashcard review sessions. Review without the setup - Start with built-in decks and a simple daily review loop - Tap a card, reveal the answer, and mark what you know - No account required to begin studying Build a steady habit - Track streaks, known cards, and weekly activity - Set a daily goal and session size that fits your schedule - Optional reminders help you keep momentum Organize by deck - Browse themed decks for quick focused sessions - Search decks when your library grows - Mix cards from multiple decks in one daily session LearnNest Pro - Import your own study materials from TSV, CSV, or Anki-style TXT - Export imported cards as editable LearnNest files - Keep imported materials and progress in sync across devices with optional iCloud Sync - Manage subscriptions, restore purchases, and open billing help from Settings Built for iPhone and iPad - Local-first study data stays on your device unless you enable optional Pro iCloud Sync - Clean SwiftUI design with English, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese support - Requires iOS 17.6 or later LearnNest is for students and self-directed learners who want a lighter way to review consistently.

Screenshots

Math Dash4 screens
LearnNest4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Math Dash at none against LearnNest's 3. On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

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

Both are free to download. LearnNest sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Math Dash asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Math Dash ships an update every 2 days, LearnNest daily. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 7 level
Math Dash versus LearnNest: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMath DashLearnNest
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 2 daysDaily β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
Monetizationβ€”Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.017.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size39 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHemal Modiζ ‘δΌŸ 杨

In-app purchases

None

Math Dash

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

LearnNest

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$39.99

Questions

Is Math Dash free?
Math Dash is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LearnNest free?
LearnNest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Math Dash or LearnNest have ads?
Neither Math Dash nor LearnNest shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Math Dash or LearnNest?
Math Dash ships an update every 2 days, and LearnNest daily. Most recently, Math Dash was updated on October 18, 2026 and LearnNest on October 16, 2026.

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