# Math Run vs Read Live

The clearest difference is rating: Read Live at 5.0 against Math Run's 3.7. Read Live also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7). Math Run's advantage is review sentiment (60% vs 29%) and ratings volume (180 vs 1). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

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

Read Live holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Math Run has 180 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of Math Run's written reviews are positive against 29% of Read Live's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Math Run ships an update every 4 weeks, Read Live every 4 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Math Run | Read Live |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (180 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-run-panda-chase/id743475337/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/read-live/id821028327/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **180** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **60.0% of reviews** | 28.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 195 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 14.3 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Baby Cortex Holdings Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/495612063) | [Read Naturally, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/465317542) |

## 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


### Read Live

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/read-live/id821028327)

This app provides a structured, audio-supported system to improve reading fluency, phonics, vocabulary, and comprehension for learners of all ages. It offers access to four distinct curriculum options, including support for Spanish readers, and tracks student progress across devices. A Read Live account is required to use the program.

**Highlights:** Four curriculum options, Audio-supported system, Develops reading fluency, Improves comprehension, Tracks student progress, Spanish reading support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Math Run free?

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

### Is Read Live free?

Read Live is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Math Run or Read Live?

Read Live is rated higher. Math Run averages 3.7 out of 5 from 180 ratings, while Read Live averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Math Run or Read Live have ads?

Neither Math Run nor Read Live shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Math Run or Read Live?

Math Run ships an update every 4 weeks, and Read Live every 4 months. Most recently, Math Run was updated on November 1, 2026 and Read Live on November 1, 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.*