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Synthesis Tutor
What it is
Synthesis Tutor is a personalized math learning product for children ages 5–11, covering standard K–5 topics such as counting, arithmetic, fractions, and algebraic thinking. Its lessons target gaps in a child's knowledge and use real-time micro-assessments to check understanding before moving forward. For children under 7, text and answer choices are read aloud automatically, and voice speed can be adjusted. The Tutor is available in English and Spanish on the web and iOS, with more languages in progress. Listed options include Individual Monthly at $35 a month for one child, Individual Annual at $25 a year billed at $300/year annually, Family Monthly at $29 a month for up to seven children, and Family Annual at $119 a year for up to seven children. Individual Lifetime is listed at $999 a month for one child, and Family Lifetime at $1,499 a month for up to ten students. Synthesis also offers the Tutor to classrooms, schools, homeschooling pods, and districts through an interest form.
For and against
For
- Covers counting, arithmetic, fractions, and algebraic thinking.
- Lessons target knowledge gaps and check progress in real time.
- Read-aloud support and adjustable voice speed for users under 7.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Web and iOS access are listed.
Against
- The facts list no free plan.
- Only math is covered.
- Only English and Spanish are currently listed.
The verdict
Synthesis Tutor focuses on personalized K–5 math instruction, with progress checks and read-aloud support for younger users. Review the listed plan terms and language availability before choosing it.
Who it suits
It is designed for children ages 5–11 learning K–5 math, with options for individual or family use. The company also invites interest from classrooms, schools, homeschooling pods, and districts.
Plans and prices
Individual Monthly
1 child
Read 15 Oct 2026 · synthesis.com
Individual Annual
1 child
Read 15 Oct 2026 · synthesis.com
Family Monthly
Up to 10 students
Read 15 Oct 2026 · synthesis.com
Family Annual
Up to 10 students
Read 15 Oct 2026 · synthesis.com
Individual Lifetime
1 child
Read 15 Oct 2026 · synthesis.com
Family Lifetime
Up to 10 students
Read 15 Oct 2026 · synthesis.com
On the record
- Accessibility
- For users under 7, text and answer choices are read aloud automatically, and users can adjust the Tutor's voice speed.synthesis.com · read 30 Sep 2026
- Adaptive guidance
- Lessons provide immediate, tailored guidance on each problem and adjust to the learner in real time.synthesis.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Adaptive teaching
- The Tutor provides tailored guidance and targets gaps in a child's knowledge.synthesis.com · read 30 Sep 2026
- AI use
- Synthesis says it uses AI where appropriate and that educators and neuroscientists guide much of the pedagogy and interactive experience.synthesis.com · read 30 Sep 2026
- API and SDKs
- The published terms contain no public API or SDK offering and describe the software as proprietary.synthesis.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Apple app capability
- The iPad listing describes adaptive step-by-step lessons, manipulatives, progress tracking, gameplay and adaptive flashcards.apps.apple.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Apple complaint: missing features
- One reviewer said a redesign removed many flashcards and other activities and that the advertised trial did not expose the former feature set.apps.apple.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Company founding
- Synthesis says Josh Dahn and Chrisman Frank cofounded the company in 2020.synthesis.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Company headquarters
- The maker states that it is headquartered in Scotts Valley, California.synthesis.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Company legal name
- The maker identifies itself as Synthesis School, Inc.synthesis.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Company size
- LinkedIn lists Synthesis as a privately held education company with 11–50 employees.linkedin.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Compliance
- The privacy policy states compliance with COPPA and applicable FERPA provisions.synthesis.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Curriculum
- It covers standard K–5 math, including counting, arithmetic, fractions, and algebraic thinking.synthesis.com · read 30 Sep 2026
- Data retention
- Children's data is retained for the service duration plus 30 days unless a parent requests deletion sooner.synthesis.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Devices
- It runs in Chrome, Safari or Edge on computers and has iPad and Android tablet applications.synthesis.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Funding
- Crunchbase lists three funding rounds and investors including O'Shaughnessy Ventures, while the dollar amounts are obscured.crunchbase.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Languages
- Lessons are offered in English and Spanish, with other languages being considered.synthesis.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Learning design
- The product describes its lessons as hands-on, multisensory, and gamified.synthesis.com · read 30 Sep 2026
