# AutiBuddy — Learning Games for Kids

> Interactive learning games for children to build life skills. (iPhone/iPad app by ADRIAN VAZQUEZ.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autibuddy/id6763809995 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ADRIAN VAZQUEZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895501286)
- Category: Education, Games
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.4 · 457 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-05-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autibuddy/id6763809995/reviews.md

## What is AutiBuddy?

Meet Bamboo the panda - your child's new learning buddy!

AutiBuddy is a fun, safe, research-inspired app that helps children build essential life skills through interactive games and activities. Designed with neurodivergent and autistic learners in mind, but loved by every child who wants to grow social, emotional, and communication skills at their own pace.

FOUR ENGAGING GAMES
- Emotions - Bamboo shows feelings for kids to identify and understand
- Social Skills - Navigate real-life scenarios with Bamboo
- Communication - Match words and gestures to everyday situations
- Sensory Studio - Pop bubbles, draw rainbows, paint with light, breathe with Bamboo

TWO AGE MODES
- Ages 4-6 (Toddler) - Big pictures, simple choices, gentle sounds
- Ages 7-12 (Kids) - Stories, scenarios, and fun challenges
Switch modes anytime as your child grows.

12 LEVELS PER GAME
Progressive difficulty with star-based unlocks. Your child grows with the content - from recognizing basic feelings to handling real-life moments like online kindness, honesty after mistakes, and big overwhelming feelings.

QUIET MODE
A sensory-friendly toggle that turns off confetti, mutes celebration sounds, and creates a calmer experience for kids who need less stimulation.

PARENT DASHBOARD
Private, on-device insights for parents:
- Weekly summaries of your child's progress
- Strengths and growth areas
- Recent activity log
- Shareable reports - perfect for IEP meetings, therapy sessions, and school check-ins

REWARDS & PROGRESS
- Earn badges and fill your Trophy Room
- Track progress with detailed charts
- Build daily streaks to keep learning consistent
- Earn 1, 2, or 3 stars per game

SAFE & PRIVATE
- Zero ads, ever
- No data collection
- No external links
- No accounts or sign-ins required
- 100% on-device storage
- Full COPPA compliance

PREMIUM FEATURES
- Unlimited daily plays (free version offers 3 plays per day)
- All 12 levels in every game unlocked
- Full Sensory Studio access (8 calming activities)
- Monthly: $4.99/month
- Yearly: $29.99/year (save 50%)
- 7-day free trial included

Start your child's learning journey with Bamboo today!

Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions in your App Store account settings.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Interactive learning games
- Social and emotional skill development
- Adaptive age modes (4-6 and 7-12)
- Sensory-friendly quiet mode
- Parent progress dashboard
- Reward system with badges and charts

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AutiBuddy Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| AutiBuddy Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autibuddy/id6763809995/reviews.md

### 5/5 — For everyone

*2026-08-09*

Hi can I just say as a 15 year old teen that I had fun playing this game?!? 5/5 the only problems I ran into was too much fun👍👍

### 5/5 — Captivating

*2026-05-07*

Great app. Very captivating, engaging and overall satisfying. Would be cool if the app had a feature to put time limit but overall great educational options.

## Frequently asked questions about AutiBuddy

### What is AutiBuddy?

AutiBuddy is an educational app featuring interactive games designed to help children build essential social, emotional, and communication skills. It is research-inspired and developed with neurodivergent and autistic learners in mind, but beneficial for all children.

### What age range is AutiBuddy for?

AutiBuddy offers two age modes: Ages 4-6 (Toddler) with simple choices and gentle sounds, and Ages 7-12 (Kids) with stories and fun challenges. You can switch between modes as your child grows.

### Does AutiBuddy have ads?

No, AutiBuddy is completely ad-free. It also features zero data collection, no external links, and no accounts or sign-ins required, ensuring a safe and private experience for children.

### How does AutiBuddy track progress?

AutiBuddy provides a private, on-device Parent Dashboard that offers weekly summaries of your child's progress, highlights strengths and growth areas, and logs recent activity. Shareable reports are also available for IEP meetings or therapy sessions.

### What are the premium features of AutiBuddy?

The premium version offers unlimited daily plays, unlocks all 12 levels in every game, and provides full access to the Sensory Studio's 8 calming activities. The free version limits plays to 3 per day.

### How much does AutiBuddy cost?

AutiBuddy is free to download and use with limited daily plays. Premium features are available via subscription: $4.99 per month or $29.99 per year, which includes a 7-day free trial.

### Can AutiBuddy be used offline?

Yes, AutiBuddy is designed for 100% on-device storage and does not require an internet connection to play the games, making it suitable for offline use.

### How often is AutiBuddy updated?

AutiBuddy was last updated on May 21, 2026, indicating a commitment to ongoing development and improvements. The latest version is 1.2.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5 — 2026-08-15

This version expands Sensory Studio, the app's calming/sensory-play section, with no changes to account handling, permissions, or the app's core architecture:
 
- Sparkle Draw: rebuilt with a real multi-tool drawing system (Brush, Pencil, Crayon, and a true Eraser), adjustable brush size, a color picker, and Undo/Redo.
- Lava Lamp, Rainbow Maker, Bubbles, and Calm Water: visual and interaction refinements — including a redesigned Lava Lamp visual, live color customization in Bubbles, and more natural fish behavior in Calm Water.
- Bug fix: puzzle names in the Puzzles activity were rendering invisible (white-on-white) for users with their device set to Dark Mode. Fixed.

### 1.4 — 2026-08-05

New: Puzzles! 

We've added drag-and-drop jigsaw puzzles to Sensory Studio's Calm & Play section, with puzzle sets designed for each age group — from simple 9-piece puzzles for younger kids to more challenging 16-piece puzzles for older ones. All puzzles are free and included with the app.

### 1.3 — 2026-07-09

Bamboo has grown up alongside your child! The Ages 7–12 experience now features an older Bamboo to match your child's developmental stage. Toddler mode keeps the original friendly Bamboo you know.

Social Skills scenarios are fully illustrated storybook scenes with rich backgrounds and characters brought to life.

New welcome video — Bamboo waves hello every time you open the app.

Refreshed drum kit and bells in Sensory Studio with beautiful new artwork.

Layout polish across Emotions and Communication, especially on iPad.

### 1.2 — 2026-05-21

V1.2 brings new/updated sensory-friendly activities!

Rainbow Maker — Paint with a magical glow brush that changes width as you draw
Kaleidoscope — Drag to create mesmerizing mandala patterns
Lava Lamp — Calming blobs that float and morph (now with smoother motion!)
Calm Water — Tap to make ripples; watch fish swim by
Sparkle Draw — 64-color palette for sparkle art
Guitar — New chord-strumming sub-screen
Xylophone — Tap colored bars to play notes


Plus performance improvements and bug fixes throughout the Sensory Studio.

### 1.1 — 2026-05-07

5 new levels per game! Bamboo helps your child learn:

Honesty, manners, and trying new things
Online safety and digital kindness
Empathy in action
Real-life wisdom for big moments
A new emotion to recognize: Numb (for big overwhelming moments)

Plus a refreshed home screen that looks great on every phone.

Thank you for supporting AutiBuddy!

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-18.*