Comparison

CalcMaster vs Mental Math Champion

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

Head to head
About

CalcMaster

Features
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CalcMaster is a math practice app for column arithmetic, times tables, and printable worksheets you can make yourself. Just like solving problems in a paper notebook, you write your working out on the handwriting canvas and enter the final answer with the on-screen keypad. It works smoothly with Apple Pencil or a finger, so practice can happen anywhere. [Great for anyone who wants to] Master carrying and borrowing in column arithmetic Memorize times tables in short, focused sessions Practice at their own pace without paper worksheets Build a steady daily math habit [Column Arithmetic] Practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in classic vertical (column) format. The handwriting canvas features a grid-paper background and an optional column-alignment guide, ideal for learning to line up digits correctly. [Times Tables Master] Choose a specific table (1 through 9) for focused drill, or pick Mix mode to shuffle all 81 questions together. Streak counters, per-table completion dots, and gentle hints help keep motivation high. [Math Worksheets] Generate addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division problems as a PDF and print them as paper drills. Just pick the operations, format (equation or column), difficulty, number of digits, and pages to create your own custom worksheets — handy for homework and home study. [Units Master] A reference mode for units of length, volume, weight, area, and time, shown alongside a sense of real quantity so kids can grasp how units work intuitively. [Compare Master] A game-style quiz for comparing which number or quantity is larger, building a feel for numbers while having fun. [4-Level Difficulty System] Question difficulty automatically expands as you answer more correctly. Lv.1: 2-digit plus 1-digit basics Lv.4: 3-digit plus 3-digit challenges Smooth, achievable progression builds real confidence. [Records Screen] See today's question count, lifetime totals per operation, per-table progress for times tables, and a 7-day bar chart. Your effort is visualized, giving you a clear reason to come back tomorrow. [Instant Feedback] A satisfying animation greets every correct answer, while a gentle shake signals a miss. The app moves to the next question automatically, keeping practice quick and rhythmic. [Designed with Care] Optimized layouts for both iPhone and iPad Simple, distraction-free interface Progress is saved on-device and can be reset anytime Five minutes a day is all it takes to build math confidence. Start your daily practice habit with CalcMaster today.

About

Mental Math Champion

Improve your arithmetic skills through engaging gameplay. Solve math problems to progress through story trails, race against the clock, and conquer challenging dungeon levels. Offers various practice modes and competitive challenges for consistent skill development.

Highlights
  • Story-driven math progression
  • Nine distinct practice modes
  • Timed speed challenges
  • Roguelite dungeon mode
  • Online leaderboards
  • Progress tracking and statistics
Features
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Get faster at mental math by playing a game you'll actually want to open. Light lamps on a story trail, race the clock, climb the leaderboards, and work your way down a dungeon full of fog where every correct answer keeps you going. Play for five minutes or for an hour. WHAT YOU'LL PLAY • Story: light the Digit Trail across five worlds with Pip and Mina • Training: nine practice modes, from times tables to math tricks • Competition: Speed, Most In A Row, and Continuous races • Fog Run: a 12-floor math roguelite with relics, hearts, and escapes • Streaks, stats, achievements, and online leaderboards STORY: THE DIGIT TRAIL Travel through five worlds with Pip and Mina. Solve problems to light the lamps, earn stars, and unlock the next stage. TRAINING: NINE PRACTICE MODES Pick what you want to work on: • Math Tricks: shortcuts that make hard problems easier • Multiplication & Division Tables • Flash Cards: flip a card, then mark Got it or Missed it • Single Operator: +, −, ×, or ÷ • Speed Round: beat the clock • Missing Number, Carry & Borrow, Word Problems Combos and daily streaks help short sessions add up to real speed. COMPETITION: HOW FAST ARE YOU? • Speed: how quickly can you get 30 or 60 correct? • Most In A Row: see how long you can keep your streak going • Continuous: each answer becomes the start of the next problem Every run uses mixed operators. Compare your scores on the Game Center leaderboards. FOG RUN: A MATH ROGUELITE Make your way down 12 floors of fog. Pick up relics, protect your hearts and the lamp, and choose your route on the map. Relics combine in different ways, so each run plays a little differently. Runs are short, which makes it easy to start another one. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Daily streaks, statistics, achievements, and personal bests are saved privately on your device, so you can see how much faster you're getting. Developed by Stealth Launch, LLC. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://stealthlaunch.com/mental-math-champion/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

CalcMaster4 screens
Mental Math Champion4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: CalcMaster at none against Mental Math Champion's shown. CalcMaster also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). Mental Math Champion's advantage is iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. CalcMaster sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Mental Math Champion sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CalcMaster ships an update every 10 days, Mental Math Champion every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
CalcMaster versus Mental Math Champion: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCalcMasterMental Math Champion
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB277 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYoshitaka TanakaStealth Launch Limited Liability Company

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CalcMaster

One-time1
  • CalcMaster Full Pack$9.99
3 purchases

Mental Math Champion

Subscriptions3
  • Mental Math Champion Pro Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Mental Math Champion Pro Monthly!7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Mental Math Champion Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is CalcMaster free?
CalcMaster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mental Math Champion free?
Mental Math Champion is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CalcMaster or Mental Math Champion have ads?
Mental Math Champion shows ads; CalcMaster does not.
Which is updated more often, CalcMaster or Mental Math Champion?
CalcMaster ships an update every 10 days, and Mental Math Champion every 2 months. Most recently, CalcMaster was updated on November 13, 2026 and Mental Math Champion on October 31, 2026.

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