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Apps That
Went Free on
2018-02-05

Avoid writer’s block, measure light levels, and know what’s happening in the cryptocurrency exchanges with today’s collection of apps and games.

Crypto Pro: Live Coin Tracker
iPhone
iPad
Crypto Pro: Live Coin Tracker

Crypto Pro: Live Coin Tracker

Crypto Inc.

Know what’s happening in the cryptocurrency exchanges with Crypto Pro.

Those interested in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

FREE ($4.99) For a limited time FREE ($4.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

Bitcoin is all of the rage these days. Be in the know with Crypto Pro. It helps you easily monitor Bitcoin's rapid price changes along with other cryptocurrencies like Ripple, Ethereum, Dash, Monero, and more. Set trackers to be notified when a rate breaks through a threshold, and receive all of the most important and latest news. The app also includes graphs, historical data, two themes, iCloud syncing, and a lock screen widget.

You’re trading cryptocurrencies. It supports more than 1,000.

You have zero interest in the hype.

Division Flashcard Match Games for Kids in 2nd, 3rd and 4th Grade Learning Flash Cards Free
iPhone
iPad
Division Flashcard Match Games for Kids in 2nd, 3rd and 4th Grade Learning Flash Cards Free

Division Flashcard Match Games for Kids in 2nd, 3rd and 4th Grade Learning Flash Cards Free

Eggroll Games LLC

An educational game that actually makes building math skills and learning to divide fun.

Children in grades second through fourth.

FREE ($2.99) For a limited time FREE ($2.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

Division Flashcard Match Games is loaded with positive reinforcement. It will help your child learn to divide by having them play a variety of memory matching games. You’re able to choose the best number range for your child’s skill level, but no matter which you choose your child will be able to hear the numbers and equations as they are touched. After each round, they’ll receive positive feedback and balloon popping rewards. Hints are available along the way, and “Show Me” and “Peek” features make it even easier for young learners to enjoy.

You’re a parent or teacher looking for a better way to get your children excited about math. It strictly adheres to Common Core Standards for third grade math, so you can rest assured the content is appropriate.

You want to practice other math concepts.

Prompts for Writing
iPhone
iPad
Prompts for Writing

Prompts for Writing

Tanner Christensen

Avoid writer’s block with Prompts.

Anyone who needs inspiration.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Prompts presents you with a creative writing prompt or starting line every single time you create a new entry. If you start to feel stuck, tap the lightning bolt icon to receive a new prompt for inspiration. Entries can be saved to the in-app library or shared via email, Twitter, or Facebook. The app also includes adjustable font size, more than 300,000 starting lines, custom writing stats, tags, and daily goals.

You’re a student, teacher, hobbyist, or professional writer. It’ll help you start writing even when you don’t know how or aren’t feeling inspired.

You want a structured writing app for novels and other long form content.

Plant Light Meter
iPhone
Plant Light Meter

Plant Light Meter

Studio Nano Ship, Inc.

Measure light levels with Plant Light Meter.

Those with indoor plants.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Give your indoor plants a fighting chance with Plant Light Meter. Determine a potential location for your new indoor plant and launch Plant Light Meter. Then point the camera in the direction of the natural light source. The app will measure the maximum light level value that your plant will receive: very low, low, medium, and high. If you’re unsure of how much light your plant needs, a helpful guide is available in-app.

Your indoor plants are always dying. A lack of light is the second leading cause of death.

You’re utilizing artificial light. This app only measures natural light.

Brainbean - Brain Games
iPad
Brainbean - Brain Games

Brainbean - Brain Games

Tanner Christensen

Flex your brain muscle with Brainbean.

Those ages 10 to 110.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Brainbean contains a collection of eight puzzle, memory, drawing, and word games that will play with your brain. The games are all based on scientific creative exercises, and last only about a minute each. They’ll help build creative confidence, test your working memory, boost problem solving skills, and much more all while providing oodles of entertainment.

Parents, teachers, or just someone who wants to get their creative juices flowing.

You intend to entertain toddlers.

Change - Currency Converter
iPhone
Change - Currency Converter

Change - Currency Converter

Sigalit Amsalem

Convert currencies in a snap with Change.

Frequent travelers.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Change adds a bit of a style to a normally dull app category. You’re able to choose the currencies you’re converting from and to by swiping across the fields at the top of the screen. As you swipe, you’ll see the conversions instantly performed. You’re also able to reorder, activate, and deactivate currencies by tapping on the “+” button at the bottom of the screen. Change includes a total of 85 currencies.

You’re constantly on the move. Store Change in a folder on your iDevice for safe keeping. We guarantee it will come in handy.

You rarely travel outside of your home country. You can do all of your currency exchanges via Siri and the web.