Best apps like ScratchUP

9+ similar apps compared and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
8 free apps
Updated August 2026

ScratchUP is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 9+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to ScratchUP

Nekomimi#1

Nekomimi by Kouichi INAFUKU

browser for scratch
Editor's Choice
πŸ“š Education
3.6(33 ratings)
$0.99
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This app provides a streamlined browser experience specifically designed for the Scratch programming environment. It optimizes the display for children learning to code by removing unnecessary navigation elements and enabling a dedicated keyboard for essential inputs. The interface is tailored to maximize screen real estate for coding activities.

intelino scratch#2

intelino scratch by Innokind, Inc.

Block coding with intelino!
Strong Contender
πŸ“š Education
3.7(45 ratings)
Free
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This app allows children to program a smart train using a familiar block-based coding interface. It integrates train functions like movement, lights, and sensors into a Scratchβ„’ environment, enabling creative projects and exploration of smart mobility concepts. Advanced users can integrate AI and other hardware for enhanced interactivity.

VEXcode IQ#3

VEXcode IQ by VEX Robotics, Inc.

Worth Considering
πŸ“š Education
3.7(36 ratings)
Free
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This coding environment is designed for students of all ages to learn programming through robotics. Its intuitive interface, consistent across different levels and platforms, allows users to focus on creation rather than navigation. It makes computer science accessible and engaging through hands-on projects and collaborations.

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This app allows young children to create their own interactive stories and games by snapping together graphical programming blocks. It fosters problem-solving, creative expression, and develops early numeracy and literacy skills in a fun, motivating context.

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