# Everything Machine by Tinybop vs BANDIMAL

The clearest difference is rating: BANDIMAL at 4.7 against Everything Machine by Tinybop's 4.4. BANDIMAL also leads on ratings volume (2.3K vs 107). Everything Machine by Tinybop's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months) and price ($3.99 vs $4.99). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Everything Machine by Tinybop costs $3.99 and BANDIMAL $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

BANDIMAL holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BANDIMAL has 2.3K ratings behind it against 107, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Everything Machine by Tinybop's written reviews are positive against 78% of BANDIMAL's.

Everything Machine by Tinybop ships an update every 2 months, BANDIMAL every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Everything Machine by Tinybop | BANDIMAL |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$3.99** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [4.4 (107 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/everything-machine-by-tinybop/id1001244846/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bandimal/id1065440354/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 107 | **2.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 73.8% of reviews | **78.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Size | 259 MB | 137 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tinybop Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/682046582) | [YATATOY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1290279571) |

## What reviewers say

### Everything Machine by Tinybop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/everything-machine-by-tinybop/id1001244846)

Invent and build anything imaginable using a visual drag-and-drop coding language. Connect your device's camera, sensors, and more to create unique machines, from stop-motion cameras to voice disguisers. Learn coding basics and circuitry in a fun, open-ended environment.

**Highlights:** Invent and build any machine, Drag-and-drop visual coding, Utilize device camera and sensors, Create with logic gates and routers, Connect with friends and share inventions, Save and reuse created machines

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Innovative visual programming concept
- 👍 Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- 🎨 Creative freedom for building machines
- 📚 Educational tool for learning logic and programming
- 🔗 Cross-device connectivity via Bluetooth

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🐛 Sound functionality unreliable
- 🐛 Color detector malfunctions
- 🐛 Transmitter/receiver connectivity inconsistent
- ⚠️ Confusing onboarding and tutorials

**Reported bugs**

- Timer display not showing time selection interface
- Timer automatically setting to 23 hours
- Sound function fails in custom-built machines
- App crashes on startup or during interaction
- Color detector only detects red, cannot select other colors

**Requested features**

- Undo button for accidental changes
- Delete/remove button for projects and components
- Additional electronic components (resistors, transistors, diodes, LEDs)
- Loop functionality (do-while, if-else loops)
- Expandable logic gates with multiple inputs


### BANDIMAL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bandimal/id1065440354)

This app introduces children to music creation through an intuitive interface. Kids can experiment with different animal instruments, create drum loops, and add effects, all while enjoying amusing animations. It's designed to be a fun and pressure-free way to explore musical creativity.

**Highlights:** Nine animal instruments, Create drum loops, Change loop speeds and add effects, Save compositions, Lively animations and audio, No ads

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Cute and fun animations
- 🎨 Creative music making
- 🎶 Catchy and harmonious sounds
- 🧠 Encourages creativity and imagination
- 🤩 Engaging for kids and adults

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🔇 Sound not working on some devices
- 🔢 Limited number of animals/sounds
- 💾 Cannot save or export compositions
- 💰 Perceived as overpriced for the features

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes after adding multiple animals
- Glitches and visual bugs with animations
- Compatibility issues with certain devices
- Sound not working in some cases

**Requested features**

- Add more animals and sound options
- Ability to save and export compositions
- More customization options for music creation
- Tutorials or instructions for first-time users
- Support for older/less powerful devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Everything Machine by Tinybop free?

Everything Machine by Tinybop costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is BANDIMAL free?

BANDIMAL costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Everything Machine by Tinybop or BANDIMAL?

BANDIMAL is rated higher. Everything Machine by Tinybop averages 4.4 out of 5 from 107 ratings, while BANDIMAL averages 4.7 from 2.3K ratings.

### Do Everything Machine by Tinybop or BANDIMAL have ads?

Neither Everything Machine by Tinybop nor BANDIMAL shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Everything Machine by Tinybop or BANDIMAL?

Everything Machine by Tinybop ships an update every 2 months, and BANDIMAL every 6 months. Most recently, Everything Machine by Tinybop was updated on September 24, 2026 and BANDIMAL on September 27, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*