MathPen vs NexMath
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MathPen
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Most math apps make kids tap buttons. This one makes them write — by hand, just like on paper — so they learn the steps, not just the answer. Built for ages 5–12, it's a calm, ad-free space to practice arithmetic with real handwriting. Kids write their answers and their working directly on the screen, get instant feedback, and build real confidence with numbers. WRITE, DON'T TAP • Kids solve problems by handwriting digits, just like on paper • On-screen scratch work: carrying boxes, borrowing, and a guided long-division grid • Instant, encouraging feedback EVERY OPERATION • Addition — free, with all features • Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, and Mix — unlock together with a single one-time purchase • Supports carrying, borrowing, regrouping, remainders, decimals, and negative answers FOR GROWN-UPS — PARENT MODE An optional subscription that turns MathPen into a tool for the whole family: • A private dashboard with every child's progress across all topics • Set daily, weekly, or monthly goals and reward stars • Create and assign your own custom practice sets • Track up to 5 children in one family • Unlocks every module for everyone in the family Kids' learning always stays free — Parent mode is there when you want to guide and track it. MADE TO FIT YOUR CHILD • Adjustable digit ranges and question counts • Optional timer for an extra challenge • Practice → Score → Review, so kids can see and fix their own work • History of completed sessions SAFE BY DESIGN • Kids practice 100% offline — no account, no sign-up, no ads • Nothing is collected from your child's device • Optional Parent mode uses a secure parent sign-in to sync your children's progress across your devices (internet required) • Designed around Apple's Kids Category guidelines COMING SOON More learning modules are on the way: Clock (telling the time), Shapes, Coordinates, Patterns, and Money. Start free with Addition today. — Parent mode is an auto-renewing subscription (US$7.99/month) with a 3-day free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. It renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; you can manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://microclouds-consulting.com/products/mathpen/privacy Support page: https://microclouds-consulting.com/products/mathpen/support
NexMath
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NexMath turns elementary school math into an engaging, confidence-building learning journey! Designed in Canada aligned with elementary curriculum standards (including Quebec's PFEQ), NexMath supports students in Grades 1 through 6 with gentle, progressive exercises tailored to every child's pace. WHY FAMILIES AND TEACHERS LOVE NEXMATH: • Comprehensive Elementary Curriculum: Covers all foundational math topics—addition, subtraction, multiplication tables, division, fractions, decimals, geometry, measurement, and probability. • Bori, the Friendly AI Tutor: A supportive companion who breaks down mistakes step-by-step with clear, kid-friendly explanations—encouraging kids without judgment. • Real-World Word Problems: Contextual math story problems that build logical reasoning and practical problem-solving skills. • Daily Challenges & Streaks: Just a few minutes of daily practice reinforces key concepts and establishes lasting math confidence. • Motivating Rewards: Earn XP, unlock stars and achievement badges, and collect fun avatars as skills improve. • Secure Parent Space: Detailed progress dashboard, sync controls, and strict parental gating via 4-digit PIN or adult math challenge. • 100% Safe and Ad-Free: Zero third-party ads, zero tracking or profiling. Built in full compliance with student privacy laws (COPPA, Law 25). DESIGNED FOR EVERY GRADE LEVEL: - Cycle 1 (Grades 1 & 2): Number sense, visual counting, spatial awareness, and pattern recognition. - Cycle 2 (Grades 3 & 4): Multiplication and division facts, basic fractions, geometric shapes, and time/measurement. - Cycle 3 (Grades 5 & 6): Decimals, percentages, large numbers, area/volume, and multi-step word problems. Whether helping with homework, preparing for classroom tests, or inspiring a genuine love for numbers, NexMath is the ideal learning companion at home and in school. --- TERMS OF USE & PRIVACY POLICY NexMath offers optional subscription plans for unlimited access to the Bori AI tutor and all advanced learning features. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions anytime in your App Store Account Settings. • Standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ • Privacy Policy: https://www.nexmath.ca/confidentialite • Account & Data Deletion Request: https://www.nexmath.ca/suppression-compte
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Verdict
MathPen and NexMath are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. MathPen sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and NexMath sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | MathPen | NexMath |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 81 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MicroClouds IT Consulting Services Inc. | PIERRE RICHARD MOMPREMIER |
In-app purchases
MathPen
- Clock Module$7.99
- All Operations$9.99
NexMath
- NexMath Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
- Annual Plan$79.001 Year









