Numbuko vs Algebra_Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Numbuko
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Numbuko is a colourful and creative way for children to explore number patterns. Informed by research at the University of Edinburgh, UK, Numbuko squares are like many colour rods used in mathematics, but can magically change colour according to the number attached, giving children interactive feedback. Unlike ‘drill and practice’ apps, Numbuko lets children explore number relationships, such as addition, subtraction, fractions, odd and even, and tens and units. Features • Explore fundamental maths concepts for numbers 1-99 • Build and share creative patterns • Add/Remove colour - Encourage predictions • Add/Remove division lines between squares - Encourage/Discourage counting • Save configurations • Find out about the background research Numbuko aims for children to freely explore independently and learn through talk with an adult
Algebra_Pro
This app helps children learn pre-college math subjects like algebra, geometry, counting, and probability. It serves as a valuable study tool for standardized math competitions.
- Pre-college math curriculum
- Algebra studies
- Geometry lessons
- Counting and probability
- AMC 8/10/12 preparation
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The app is made for kids to study Pre-College Level Math such as algebra, geometry, counting, and probability. A good kit for AMC8/10/12 as well
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Algebra_Pro at every 10 days against Numbuko's every 108 months. Algebra_Pro also leads on device support and iOS requirement (14.5 vs 17.6). On in-app purchases 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
Numbuko ships an update every 108 months, Algebra_Pro every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Numbuko | Algebra_Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 4.0 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 108 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | — | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | — | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 14.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Andrew Manches | Yifan Du |
In-app purchases
Numbuko
No in-app purchases
Algebra_Pro
No in-app purchases
