# Math Run vs Bus Compass

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Math Run at 59% against Bus Compass's 3%. Math Run also leads on rating (3.7 vs 2.5) and ratings volume (172 vs 4). Bus Compass's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Math Run sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Bus Compass asks for nothing beyond the download.

Math Run holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Math Run has 172 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Math Run's written reviews are positive against 3% of Bus Compass's.

Math Run ships an update every 4 weeks, Bus Compass every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Math Run | Bus Compass |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.7 (172 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-run-panda-chase/id743475337/reviews)** | [2.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bus-compass/id1450092124/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **172** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **59.5% of reviews** | 2.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 195 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Baby Cortex Holdings Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/495612063) | [Transportant LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1450092123) |

## What reviewers say

### Math Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-run-panda-chase/id743475337)

An action-packed arithmetic game designed to improve math skills through engaging gameplay. Players run, dodge obstacles, and solve math problems aligned with US Common Core standards for Kindergarten to Grade 5. Earn rewards and unlock characters as you accelerate your learning.

**Highlights:** Arithmetic skill practice, Action-packed running gameplay, US Common Core aligned questions (K-5), Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, Unlockable characters and upgrades, Progress tracking and results, Daily rewards and bonus items

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30000 coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Addition Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Subtraction Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Multiplication Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Division Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| 90000 coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Full Package | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Educational value
- 👍 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 👍 Nostalgic appeal
- 👍 Good twist on the 'Run' genre
- 👍 Addictive gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 In-app purchase issues
- 💸 Expensive add-ons
- 🐛 Glitchy and buggy gameplay
- 🐛 Unresponsive controls
- 🐛 Unfair game mechanics

**Reported bugs**

- Jump not working
- Crashing into screen when trying to move left
- Red things are distracting and obstruct view
- In-app purchases not unlocking
- App kicks user off

**Requested features**

- Fix in-app purchase issues
- Make harder math levels free or unlockable with coins
- Add more levels or characters
- Allow control over math problem timing
- Add more lives


### Bus Compass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bus-compass/id1450092124)

This app provides real-time school bus tracking for parents and students, reducing wait times and improving safety. Parents receive notifications about bus arrival, student boarding, and disembarking, with the ability to view the bus's live location.

**Highlights:** Real-time bus location tracking, Estimated bus arrival times, Student boarding/disembarking notifications, Customizable parent notifications, Reduced wait times at bus stops, Enhanced safety and security

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Math Run free?

Math Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bus Compass free?

Bus Compass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Math Run or Bus Compass?

Math Run is rated higher. Math Run averages 3.7 out of 5 from 172 ratings, while Bus Compass averages 2.5 from 4 ratings.

### Do Math Run or Bus Compass have ads?

Neither Math Run nor Bus Compass shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Math Run or Bus Compass?

Math Run ships an update every 4 weeks, and Bus Compass every 2 months. Most recently, Math Run was updated on September 30, 2026 and Bus Compass on September 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*