Prodigy
A free fantasy role-playing game where kids in grades 1–8 answer curriculum-aligned math questions to win battles. Paid memberships add science, Prodigy English, extra game perks and more parent controls.
What is Prodigy?
Prodigy is a free math game from Prodigy Education, a company based in Toronto. Kids create a wizard, explore a fantasy world and win battles by answering math questions. The questions adapt to your child's level and line up with grade 1–8 standards. A second game, Prodigy English, covers reading and language skills for grades 1–6.
The core idea is simple: kids practice math because they want to win the next fight. That makes Prodigy one of the most popular math apps in schools and at home.
How it works
Your child logs in on a browser, tablet or phone and plays. Each battle move requires a correct answer. The game places your child with a short diagnostic, then adjusts difficulty as they play. Teachers can assign specific skills, and parents can set a grade level from their own account.
A typical session is 15 to 30 minutes. Most kids play independently. Your job is to check the parent dashboard now and then, and to set limits if the game starts to crowd out other work.
What it covers
| Part | Grades | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Prodigy Math | 1–8 | Free adaptive questions on operations, fractions, geometry, measurement, data and early algebra |
| Science questions | 1–6 | Plus and Ultra memberships only |
| Prodigy English | 1–6 | Free; full Ultra perks in a web browser |
Prodigy gives hints, but it doesn't teach new concepts in depth. It is practice, not instruction.
Who it's best for
Prodigy fits kids in grades 1–8 who love games and push back on worksheets. It's also a good free option for summer review. Look elsewhere if your child needs patient, step-by-step teaching; an adaptive tutor like Synthesis Tutor or a structured skills program like IXL explains more. Families bothered by upgrade prompts may prefer an ad-free option such as Khan Academy.
Pricing at a glance
The game is free. As of October 2026, memberships per child are Core at $9.95 a month or $58.95 a year, Plus at $14.95 or $88.95, and Ultra at $19.95 or $118.95. Two or more kids get 25% off each. Membership mostly adds rewards, science questions and parent tools, not more core math.
Can a scholarship or ESA pay for it?
Since the math is free, most families don't need funding for Prodigy. If you do buy a membership, some programs treat educational software as an eligible expense. Florida's PEP handbook lists instructional materials, for example, but each program decides what qualifies. See what's available in your state on our scholarships hub, including Florida scholarships and Arizona's ESA. Save Prodigy and your core curriculum to your wishlist and apply once on Edulist.
How it compares
- IXL is more thorough and covers pre-K–12, but it's drill-heavy and costs more. See IXL vs Prodigy.
- Boddle is a similar K–6 game with math and ELA and a cheaper premium plan.
- Khan Academy is free with no upsells but less game-like.
- SplashLearn suits younger kids, pre-K to grade 5.
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Who Prodigy is for (and who it isn’t)
Best for
- Grades 1–8 kids who love video games and resist worksheets
- Families who want free math practice with a parent dashboard
- Extra practice alongside a school or homeschool math program
Look elsewhere if
- Kids who need concepts explained step by step
- Families who dislike in-game upgrade prompts
- Anyone looking for a complete math curriculum
Prodigy pros and cons
Pros
- Free to play, with core math content available without paying
- Questions adapt to the child's level and align to grade-level standards
- Very motivating for kids who like role-playing games
- Parent dashboard shows progress, and members can set goals and rewards
- Annual memberships are inexpensive compared with most math apps
Cons
- Frequent prompts to upgrade can distract kids and pressure parents
- Battles and pets can crowd out actual math time
- Limited feedback when an answer is wrong; better for practice than instruction
- Prodigy English on Ultra runs in a web browser only
What’s included
- Adaptive math questions for grades 1–8 inside a fantasy battle game
- Free to play; core math and English content cost nothing
- Parent account with progress reports, goals and rewards
- Plus and Ultra memberships add science (grades 1–6) and the Prodigy English game
- Teacher accounts for assigning skills to a class
How much does Prodigy cost?
Prodigy's math and English content is free. A membership is per child and comes in three tiers: Core (math game perks), Plus (adds science questions) and Ultra (adds the Prodigy English game, web browser only). As of October 2026, Prodigy lists Core at $9.95 a month or $58.95 a year, Plus at $14.95 or $88.95, and Ultra at $19.95 or $118.95. Annual billing is advertised as saving about 50%.
| Plan | Price | Billed | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core (Math), monthly | $9.95/mo | Monthly | $9.95/mo |
| Core (Math), annual | $58.95/yr | Yearly | $4.91/mo |
| Plus (Math + Science), monthly | $14.95/mo | Monthly | $14.95/mo |
| Plus (Math + Science), annual | $88.95/yr | Yearly | $7.41/mo |
| Ultra (Math, Science + English), monthly | $19.95/mo | Monthly | $19.95/mo |
| Ultra (Math, Science + English), annual | $118.95/yr | Yearly | $9.91/mo |
Prices from the provider, checked 2026-10-13. Always confirm on the official site.
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View wishlistWhat parents say
A summary of public parent feedback we read on forums, app stores and review sites. It is not a set of Edulist family reviews.
Public parent feedback is split. Many families say Prodigy gets kids practicing math willingly, but a large share of Common Sense Media parent reviews complain about membership upsells and shallow math. A 2021 complaint by the advocacy group Fairplay (then CCFC), covered by NBC News, accused Prodigy of manipulative upselling to children.
Common praise
- Kids ask to play and practice math without a fight
- Adaptive questions and a useful parent dashboard
- Free version is enough for basic practice
Common complaints
- Constant prompts to buy a membership
- Game elements overshadow the math
- Customer service and billing frustrations
Sources: commonsensemedia.org · prodigy kids math game · commonsensemedia.org · adult · nbcnews.com · child protection nonprofit alleges manipulative upselling ma
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Prodigy FAQs
Is Prodigy Math really free?
Yes. Prodigy says its math and English content is free, so a child can play and answer curriculum-aligned questions without paying. A membership adds science questions, pets, gear, extra rewards and more parent controls. Expect regular in-game prompts to upgrade.
How much does a Prodigy membership cost in 2026?
As of October 2026, Prodigy lists Core at $9.95 a month or $58.95 a year, Plus at $14.95 a month or $88.95 a year, and Ultra at $19.95 a month or $118.95 a year, per child. Buying for two or more kids is advertised at 25% off each.
What grades is Prodigy for?
Prodigy Math covers grades 1–8. Prodigy English and the science questions in Plus and Ultra cover grades 1–6. Parents can override the grade level from the parent account.
Is Prodigy good for homeschool math?
It works well as daily practice, but it isn't a full curriculum. It doesn't teach new concepts in depth, so pair it with a core program such as Math Mammoth, Singapore Math or Beast Academy and use Prodigy for review.
How do I cancel Prodigy and get a refund?
Sign in to your parent account, go to Memberships and click Cancel. For a refund, contact Prodigy support within 15 days of a monthly charge or 30 days of an annual charge; canceling by itself does not issue one. App store purchases are handled by Apple or Google.
Are there Prodigy discount codes?
Prodigy's own offers are annual billing (about half the monthly cost) and 25% off each membership for multiple children. We don't list coupon codes because we can't verify them, and many coupon sites recycle expired ones.
Can a scholarship or ESA pay for a Prodigy membership?
Possibly. Some ESA and scholarship programs reimburse educational software, but each program sets its own rules. Since the core game is free, many families save their funding for a core curriculum or tutoring instead.
Sources and last checked
Checked 2026-10-13 against these sources:
- prodigygame.com · math
- prodigygame.com · membership
- prodigygame.com · ways to save on prodigy memberships
- prodigygame.zendesk.com · 202310846 FAQ Prodigy s Membership Renewal Refund Policies
- commonsensemedia.org · prodigy kids math game
- commonsensemedia.org · adult
- nbcnews.com · child protection nonprofit alleges manipulative upselling ma
- brighterly.com · prodigy membership cost
- stepupforstudents.org · pep family handbook