# AlphaBaby Play > Interactive educational app for toddlers featuring letters, shapes, and custom audio/visual content. (iPhone/iPad app by Little Potato Software.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alphababy-play/id333177252 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Little Potato Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/321916103) - Category: Education - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.20/5 from 36 App Store ratings Β· 129 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 Β· 5 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2009-11-05 - Data updated: 2026-06-08 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alphababy-play/id333177252/reviews.md ## What is AlphaBaby Play? AlphaBaby Play is the perfect first app for your toddler for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad! Touch the screen to show and hear letters and shapes. Flick them to send them flying across the screen. Press them and the letters shrink and grow. Record your own voice for the letters and shapes. Add your own images from the camera or photo library, and record captions to match. Have your child record their own voice! AlphaBaby Play is a free version of the AlphaBaby app, also available on the App Store. You are limited by how many sounds and pictures you can add to the app. Upgrading removes those limits and gives you more ways to customize AlphaBaby. Give AlphaBaby Play a try and see how much fun it is to have your own voice speak the alphabet. Have your child record their own voice for the alphabet, or take turns recording fun captions for your own photos. The possibilities are endless. ## Key features - Interactive letters and shapes - Voice recording for customization - Add custom images and captions - Shrink and grow letter animations - Flick and fly animations ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Upgrade to Full AlphaBaby | $0.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of AlphaBaby Play? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - πŸ‘Ά Excellent for babies and toddlers (ages 8 months to 4 years) - πŸŽ“ Educational tool teaching letters, numbers, shapes, and colors - 🎀 Ability to record custom voice and add personal photos - πŸ†“ Free version available with quality features - πŸ›‘οΈ Child-proof design prevents accidental app store clicks - 🎨 Colorful and visually engaging interface - βš™οΈ Highly customizable settings for different learning needs - 🎯 Simple, intuitive touch interface for young children - πŸŽͺ Interactive elements (resize, rotate, flick objects) - 🌍 Supports multiple languages through custom voice recording - πŸ’° Affordable paid upgrade ($0.99) - πŸ”‡ No ads or distracting elements - πŸ“± Works well on both iPhone and iPad **Cons** - πŸ”„ Random presentation lacks structured learning approach - πŸ“š Uses letter names instead of phonetic sounds - πŸ”Š Volume control not available - πŸ’Ύ In-app purchases not persisting across device changes - πŸŽ™οΈ Custom sound recording feature unreliable for some users - πŸ“– Difficult to access settings menu (requires holding corner) - πŸ–ΌοΈ Pictures dominate screen when mixed with other content - πŸ” Same objects appear consecutively despite randomization - πŸ“ Limited documentation/instructions for features - πŸ”’ Number limit capped at 10 (insufficient for older toddlers) **Commonly reported bugs** - In-app purchases lost when changing iOS devices - Custom sound recording not working reliably - In-app upgrade icon not updating after purchase - Same objects appearing consecutively in random mode - Settings menu difficult to access and discover - Pictures dominating screen disproportionately when mixed with other content **Most requested features** - Phonetic sound options instead of letter names - Extended number range (up to 50+) - Sound/volume level control - Delay option to discourage button mashing - Multiple voice recordings per object for multilingual families - Lowercase letter options - Colors category as separate learning option - Better in-app instructions/tutorial - Improved settings menu accessibility - More customizable content options ## Recent user reviews (10 of 129) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alphababy-play/id333177252/reviews.md ### 1/5 β€” App was great until I changed phones and my purchase was lost! *2015-12-10, version 2.70* Purchased full version but it didn't stay purchased! When I changed iOS the app was deleted from my phone and my purchase was deleted now it says I have to buy it again! ### 5/5 β€” Kids loved it *2015-04-09, version 2.70* This app is awesome and kids loved it. Sadly they have now outgrown it. ### 5/5 β€” The only one my daughter likes! *2015-01-27, version 2.70* My 8 month old is obsessed with our phones, like most babies, but once she has it, there's nothing of interest to her. I have tried a number of recommended apps and all are too busy for her. We aren't using this for long stretches, mostly a few minutes while waiting somewhere, so that could be related. But this app is perfect! ### 3/5 β€” Great app except... *2014-09-05, version 2.70* Great app except that adding your own sound doesn't work was thinking of paying for the upgrade but if the demo doesn't work why should i trust them enough to pay. Would be five stars if it worked. ### 5/5 β€” Simple awesome app!! *2014-04-28, version 2.70* Awese app for preschoolers. Love how you can add your own pictures and audio for those pictures. Ex: car, boat, cat, dog etc .... ### 5/5 β€” Excellent app *2013-08-20, version 2.6* Very nice for 3 yr olds. The only minor problem is that if you have pictures enabled along with letters numbers and / or shapes, the pictures markedly dominate. About 2 in 3 will be pictures, even if you only have a few pictures stored. ### 5/5 β€” Great for Toddlers *2013-06-07, version 2.6* My toddler loves to steal my iPhone. I used to be upset about it until I found this game! Now the time spent playing on my iPhone is no longer rearranging icons but educational instead! She laughs the whole time, and holds down shapes that she likes. When they change sizes, she gets really excited. Cause and effect are taught not to mention the basics of numbers, letters, and shapes. We absolutely love this app! ### 5/5 β€” One of the best baby apps I've found! *2013-03-23, version 2.6* My 14 month old LOVES this app. It even has a feature where you can record every item in your own voice so when your baby touches the screen, it's you telling them what it is. It's one of the very few my son still wants to play after a few times. I definitely recommend it. ### 5/5 β€” A++++ app *2013-03-01, version 2.6* To the person below.... Flash cards are random.. And u shouldn't teach by repetition all the time, I don't think.. Anyone can learn a song. If ya get what i mean. It's a great app! My 2 yr old can recognize abc's, knows #1-10. &He loves this app bec it's not in repetition like every other :) my 6 mo old loves it bec it's fun to her on the iPad! Plus it's free! ### 1/5 β€” Pointless *2013-02-18, version 2.6* I'm not sure what the learning objective is. Random is not an effective way to teach young children. ## Frequently asked questions about AlphaBaby Play ### What does AlphaBaby Play do? AlphaBaby Play is an interactive app for toddlers that introduces them to letters and shapes. Children can touch the screen to see and hear these elements, and engage with them through various animations like flicking them across the screen or making them shrink and grow. ### How can I personalize the app? You can personalize the app by recording your own voice for the letters and shapes. Additionally, you can add your own images from your camera or photo library and record captions to match them, allowing for a highly customized learning experience. ### Is AlphaBaby Play free? AlphaBaby Play is a free version of the AlphaBaby app. While you can use it to explore letters and shapes, there are limitations on how many sounds and pictures you can add. An upgrade is available to remove these limits and unlock more customization options. ### What devices is AlphaBaby Play compatible with? This app is designed for Apple devices, specifically compatible with the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad. ### What are some common use cases for AlphaBaby Play? Common use cases include parents introducing their toddlers to the alphabet and basic shapes in a fun, engaging way. It's also great for children to record their own voices for letters or create fun captions for personal photos, fostering early language development and creativity. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.0.1 β€” 2018-02-13 This app has been updated by Apple to display the AppleΒ Watch app icon. Fixed a crash that was happening when you tried to record a sound. We now ask you if you want to use the microphone, instead of crashing! ### 3.0 β€” 2017-09-22 64-bit compatibility ### 2.70 β€” 2013-09-13 Minor bug fixes ### 2.6 β€” 2012-10-14 - Fix for landscape mode on ios6 - More sound improvements ### 2.50 β€” 2012-09-20 - Compatibility for iOS6 and the Retina 4-inch iPhone - Access to PhotoStream photos - Ability to turn off preferences button in app for a completely secure, kid-friendly environment ## Apps similar to AlphaBaby Play | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Baby games for one year olds.](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/baby-games-for-one-year-olds/id445196535) | 4.5 (47,224) | Free | Education | | [Infant+ Games Apps for Newborn](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/infant-plus-games-apps-for-newborn/id1205547526) | 4.4 (4,581) | Free | Education | | [Starfall ABCs](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/starfall-abcs/id395623983) | 4.2 (421) | Free | Education | | [Endless Learning Academy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/endless-learning-academy/id1034523226) | 4.2 (1,526) | Free | Education | | [LetterSchool - Learn to Write!](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/letterschool-learn-to-write/id481067676) | 4.5 (16,840) | Free | Education | | [Busy Shapes & Colors](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/busy-shapes-and-colors/id1209114575) | 4.1 (2,485) | Free | Education | ## More apps by Little Potato Software - [AlphaBaby](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alphababy/id321916100) - [Tapscape](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tapscape/id931627334) - [Dolphin Patrol!](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dolphin-patrol/id1050142099) - [Our Blue Marble](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/our-blue-marble/id1058573048) - [Tarrific](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tarrific/id1081255025) All apps by Little Potato Software: https://appshunter.io/developer/321916103 ## Related topics [alphababy](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/alphababy) Β· [onomatopoeia imitation play](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/onomatopoeia-imitation-play) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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