Comparison

Sphero Edu vs Math VR

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Sphero Edu

This app allows users to learn and create with programmable robots. It offers multiple coding methods, from drawing paths to advanced text-based programming. Educators can manage classes and track student progress, making learning fun and interactive.

Highlights
  • Multiple programming modes (Draw, Block, Text)
  • Access sensor data via graphs
  • Pre-made STEAM lessons
  • Robot driving mode
  • Assignment creation for educators
  • Google/Clever account integration
Features
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Sphero Edu is your hub to create, contribute, and learn with Sphero robots. Go beyond code by incorporating unique STEAM lessons to complete with your bot. Designed for learner progression, Sphero Edu beginners can give robots commands by drawing a path in the app for their robot to follow. Intermediate coders can use Scratch blocks to learn more advanced logic, while pros can use text programming and write their own JavaScript or Python code. Sphero Edu is built for makers, learners, educators, and parents. The interactive platform allows you to keep track of your class or group from one easy place. Anyone can save their progress, jump from device to device, and continue the discovery from anywhere. Preparing for the future has never been so fun. SPHERO EDU FEATURES PROGRAMS: Program your bots in 3 ways with Draw, Block, and Text modes. Start with the basics and grow. SENSOR DATA: See location, accelerometer, gyroscope, velocity, and distance sensor data through visual graphs. LESSONS: Program a painting. Navigate a maze. Mimic the solar system. The only limit is your imagination. TAKE A DRIVE: Need a brain break? Set LED colors on your robot and zoom around in Drive mode. ASSIGNMENTS: Are you a teacher? Monitor progress by creating lessons and assigning them to your students. INTEGRATIONS: Simplify classroom use by signing in and syncing classrooms with Google and Clever accounts. COMPATIBILITY Supported Robots: Sphero BOLT+, Sphero BOLT, Sphero RVR/RVR+, Sphero SPRK+, Sphero SPRK Edition, Sphero 2.0, Sphero Mini, Ollie, BB-8, BB-9E, R2-D2, R2-Q5 Unsupported Robots: Sphero Original, Force Band, Lightning McQueen, Spider-Man, indi

About

Math VR

This app creates immersive learning experiences using augmented reality to help students grasp complex concepts. It aims to capture attention and foster deeper understanding in educational settings.

Highlights
  • Active learning experiences
  • Augmented reality models
  • Improved concept understanding
  • Captures student attention
  • Redefines learning space
Features
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Creates active learning experiences hitherto inconceivable, and in the process, redefine the learning space! It captures studentsí attention and teachers will have their undivided attention. By viewing augmented models, students gain better understanding of the concepts they are learning.

Screenshots

Sphero Edu4 screens
Math VR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Sphero Edu at 4.5 against Math VR's 4.0. Sphero Edu also leads on review sentiment (65% vs 33%) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 1). Math VR's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sphero Edu holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sphero Edu has 1.5K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of Sphero Edu's written reviews are positive against 33% of Math VR's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Sphero Edu versus Math VR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSphero EduMath VR
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.5K ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews65.3% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1.5K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.07.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size194 MB490 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSphero, Inc.ACE-Learning Systems Pte. Ltd.

Customer experience

Sphero Edu

All ratings1,532 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral3.5%
Negative9.6%
Written reviews274 reviews
Positive65.3%
Neutral7.7%
Negative27.0%

Math VR

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Bugs and requests

Sphero Edu

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Programs not saving properly
  • Firmware update issues
  • Inability to connect to certain Sphero models
  • Sign-in and registration problems

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more coding blocks and functionality
  • Improve community features and sharing
  • Restore legacy app features (e.g., free drive mode)
  • Provide better documentation and tutorials
  • Allow custom sound and light effects

Math VR

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Sphero Edu

No in-app purchases

None

Math VR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sphero Edu free?
Sphero Edu is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Math VR free?
Math VR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Sphero Edu or Math VR?
Sphero Edu is rated higher. Sphero Edu averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Math VR averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Sphero Edu or Math VR have ads?
Neither Sphero Edu nor Math VR shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sphero Edu or Math VR?
Sphero Edu ships an update every 5 weeks, and Math VR every 5 weeks. Most recently, Sphero Edu was updated on October 13, 2026 and Math VR on September 27, 2026.

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