# Math Speed Test vs Fraction Challenge

The clearest difference is rating: Fraction Challenge at 4.6 against Math Speed Test's 3.8. Fraction Challenge also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 17 months). Math Speed Test's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Math Speed Test sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Fraction Challenge sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Fraction Challenge holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fraction Challenge has 1.5K ratings behind it against 176, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Math Speed Test's written reviews are positive against 70% of Fraction Challenge's.

Math Speed Test ships an update every 17 months, Fraction Challenge every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Math Speed Test | Fraction Challenge |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (176 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-speed-test/id894239890/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fraction-challenge/id1499338364/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 176 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 65.9% of reviews | **70.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Peter Li](https://appshunter.io/developer/424298074) | [Didactoons Games SL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1457185685) |

## What reviewers say

### Math Speed Test

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-speed-test/id894239890)

Test your mental math skills with timed challenges. Choose from addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division to solve as many problems as possible in one minute. Compete on leaderboards and earn achievements to track your progress.

**Highlights:** 1-minute math challenges, Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division modes, Boost math speed and accuracy, Daily play for best results, Leaderboards and achievements, Game Center integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for basic math practice
- 🚀 Improves mental math significantly
- 💡 Helps with schoolwork
- 🏆 Fun to compete and beat high scores
- 🧠 Keeps brain sharp

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Questions are sometimes wrong
- 😠 Too hard for some users
- 🐌 Enter bar ruins momentum
- 👎 Not enough time given
- 📉 Some find it boring

**Reported bugs**

- App gets questions wrong
- App asks to be rated repeatedly for control center access

**Requested features**

- Add background themes
- Allow customization of number sets (e.g., only practice sevens)
- Remove the need for an enter button for faster progression
- Add more time for problems
- Include multi-digit multiplication options


### Fraction Challenge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fraction-challenge/id1499338364)

Engage in fun math games designed to teach and reinforce fraction operations. Practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of fractions through interactive challenges. Compete with friends in multiplayer mode to boost mental calculation skills.

**Highlights:** Fraction representation, Addition and subtraction of fractions, Equivalent fractions, Fraction reduction, Multiplication and division of fractions, Multiplayer mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Get the Full version | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helps with learning fractions
- 🚀 Fun and engaging game
- 💡 Good for practicing and preparing for tests
- 👍 Competitive and challenging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes or doesn't open
- 🕰️ Timer is too fast
- 💰 Not free to play

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Login issues

**Requested features**

- Option to remove timer or increase time
- More game modes (e.g., divided fractions, add/subtract fractions, multiply)
- No battery required to play


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Math Speed Test free?

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

### Is Fraction Challenge free?

Fraction Challenge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Math Speed Test or Fraction Challenge?

Fraction Challenge is rated higher. Math Speed Test averages 3.8 out of 5 from 176 ratings, while Fraction Challenge averages 4.6 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do Math Speed Test or Fraction Challenge have ads?

Math Speed Test shows ads; Fraction Challenge does not.

### Which is updated more often, Math Speed Test or Fraction Challenge?

Math Speed Test ships an update every 17 months, and Fraction Challenge every 2 months. Most recently, Math Speed Test was updated on September 30, 2026 and Fraction Challenge on October 13, 2026.

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