Comparison

Molecule vs Math Speed

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

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About

Molecule

Features
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Fire rays into the grid. Deduce where the hidden atoms lie. Bond them together to synthesise over 100 real-world chemical molecules! Molecule is a sleek, zero-luck scientific deduction puzzle that blends classic ray-tracing logic with the thrill of chemical discovery and a competitive Global Daily Challenge. SYNTHESISE REAL MOLECULES Every puzzle hides a secret arrangement of atoms. Once you pinpoint every hidden atom on the board, watch them forge glowing covalent bonds and synthesise into an authentic molecule—from Water (H₂O) and Oxygen (O₂) to Caffeine, Benzene, and TNT! • Build Your Molecular Codex: Unlock and collect 110+ authentic chemical compounds with 3D ball-and-stick geometry, rarity tiers, and real scientific facts. THE GLOBAL DAILY CHALLENGE Every midnight, one shared mystery grid drops for everyone around the world. • One Shared Board: Everyone faces the exact same arrangement of hidden atoms and target molecule. • Beat Par & Climb the Podium: Solve with the fewest rays and fastest time to claim Gold, Silver, or Bronze on the Global and Friends Leaderboards. • Protect Your Daily Streak: Build your consecutive solve streak and track your friends' live discoveries. PURE DEDUCTION. ZERO LUCK. You can't see the atoms directly—you can only observe how your test rays behave when fired into the grid: • Direct Hit (H): Your ray strikes an atom head-on and is absorbed. • 90° Deflection: Passing adjacent to an atom bends your ray 90 degrees before it exits at a numbered port. • Reflection (R): A ray caught between atoms or deflected at the grid edge bounces straight back out. Use pure logic to trace the paths, mark empty coordinates, and pinpoint every atom without guessing. RISE THROUGH THE SCIENTIFIC RANKS • Interactive Guided Lab: Synthesise your first molecules in seconds with a hands-on, step-by-step introduction. • Scalable Grid Sizes: Progress from quick 5×5 warm-up grids to deep 8×8, 10×10, and 12×12 mental marathons. • Academic Progression: Advance from Lab Assistant to Junior Physicist, Mad Scientist, Nobel Laureate, and Chief Scientist. • Extreme Mode: Ready for the ultimate test? Play with hidden ray numbers and rely on pure spatial mastery. Step into the lab, fire your first ray, and discover what molecule is hiding on today's grid! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://molecule.moodstone.com/privacy.html

About

Math Speed

Sharpen your mental math skills with speed drills, times tables practice, and calculation shortcuts. Designed for students and adults, it offers a distraction-free interface to improve reflexes and build a daily math habit.

Highlights
  • Master times tables 1-12
  • Practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
  • Learn calculation shortcuts
  • Four difficulty tiers
  • Daily 1-minute challenge
  • Multi-profile support
  • Global leaderboards
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Transform your brain into a high-speed mental arithmetic powerhouse! Whether you want to master times tables 1 to 12, calculate complex equations in seconds, or sharpen your daily math reflexes, Math Speed delivers the ultimate brain workout across iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. Designed for students, competitive exam candidates (SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT), and adults who want lightning-fast calculation skills, Math Speed combines proven speed-math strategies with an elegant, distraction-free interface. MASTER TIMES TABLES & ARITHMETIC DRILLS ------------------------------------------------ • Times Tables 1× to 12×: Build instant recall with targeted flashcards. Select individual tables (like 7× or 12×) or practice all 12 tables mixed. • 4 Core Math Operations: High-intensity Addition (+), Subtraction (−), Multiplication (×), and Division (÷) speed drills designed to sharpen cognitive reaction times. • Mixed Grand Prix: Put your agility to the test with rapid-fire questions combining all 4 operations under intense time pressure. • Target Mode (Missing Numbers): Solve for missing operands (e.g., 8 + ? = 15 or ? × 6 = 42) to develop true algebraic intuition and flexible number sense. • 4 Balanced Difficulty Tiers: - Easy: Ideal for beginners, kids, and quick morning warm-ups. - Medium: Perfect for everyday mental math fluency and school homework. - Hard: Tailored for advanced learners and timed exam prep. - Insane: Extreme multi-digit speed challenges for calculation masters. PRO MENTAL MATH COACHING & TRICKS ------------------------------------------- Learn calculation shortcuts used by speed arithmetic champions: • Multiply by 11 Shortcut: Instantly multiply 2-digit numbers by 11 with the sum-split technique. • Divide by 5 Trick: Double the number and shift the decimal point for rapid answers. • 10s Complements: Master number pairs that make 10, 100, and 1,000 for fast subtraction. • Near-Doubles Strategy: Calculate adjacent sums instantly using base doubles. • Halving & Doubling: Simplify multi-digit multiplication into effortless mental steps. • Missed Questions Review: Turn mistakes into mastery with targeted error feedback. BUILD A DAILY CALCULATION HABIT -------------------------------------- • Free Daily 1-Minute Challenge: A fast daily workout to keep cognitive reflexes sharp in just 60 seconds. • Live Refill Countdown: Track your daily practice renewal with live countdown timers. • Streak Milestones & Badges: Build long-term discipline with daily streak tracking and consistency rewards. MULTI-PROFILE SUPPORT (UP TO 3 USERS) --------------------------------------------- • Dedicated Practice Profiles: Create up to 3 user profiles on a single device. • Separate Progress & Stats: Siblings, students, and parents track personal high scores, accuracy, and settings independently. GLOBAL LEADERBOARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS ---------------------------------------------- • Game Center Integration: Compete for the top rank on global High Score & Streak leaderboards. • 20+ Achievements: Unlock badges as you hit speed milestones, perfect rounds, and master complex tiers. SEAMLESS APPLE ECOSYSTEM EXPERIENCE ------------------------------------------------ • Standalone Apple Watch App: Practice rapid mental math on the go with tactile haptic feedback. • Spotlight Search & Siri Shortcuts: Launch drills and times tables directly from iOS Search. • 100% Offline-First: No internet required, zero ads, and total privacy. PERFECT FOR ALL AGES & GOALS ----------------------------------- • Elementary & Middle School: Master multiplication tables, division facts, and arithmetic. • High School & College: Ace timed math on SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, and civil service tests. • Adults & Seniors: Maintain mental sharpness, boost memory, and enjoy daily brain fitness. Download Math Speed today and discover how fast your brain can calculate! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Molecule4 screens
Math Speed4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Math Speed at none against Molecule's shown. Molecule's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 5 days). On price, review sentiment, 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. Molecule sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per year and Math Speed sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Molecule ships an update every 3 days, Math Speed every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Molecule versus Math Speed: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMoleculeMath Speed
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 5 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB20 MB
Age rating12+4+
DevelopermoodstoneBinoy Jose

Customer experience

Molecule

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Math Speed

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Molecule

Subscriptions1
  • Molecule Pro Annual$0.991 Year
One-time1
  • Molecule$1.99
5 purchases

Math Speed

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Math Speed Pass$0.997 Days
  • Monthly Math Speed Pass$1.991 Month
  • 6-Month Math Speed Pass$8.996 Months
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  • 1-Year Math Speed Pass$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Math Speed$29.99

Questions

Is Molecule free?
Molecule is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Math Speed free?
Math Speed is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Molecule or Math Speed have ads?
Molecule shows ads; Math Speed does not.
Which is updated more often, Molecule or Math Speed?
Molecule ships an update every 3 days, and Math Speed every 5 days. Most recently, Molecule was updated on November 11, 2026 and Math Speed on October 31, 2026.

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