# Learning Shapes vs Optics

The clearest difference is rating: Learning Shapes at 4.0 against Optics's 3.2. Optics's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Learning Shapes sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Optics sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Learning Shapes holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 6 respectively.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Learning Shapes | Optics |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learning-shapes/id1021527944/reviews)** | [3.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/optics/id1025745150/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | — | 30.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 213 MB | 86 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **7.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BABYBUS CO.,LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/463401192) | [继岭 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/954198643) |

## What reviewers say

### Learning Shapes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learning-shapes/id1021527944)

Children can learn to identify and classify seven common shapes through interactive exercises and animated feedback. This educational app makes learning shapes enjoyable by incorporating sorting games with familiar items and toys.

**Highlights:** Identify common shapes, Sort resembling items and toys, Animated feedback and effects, Fun learning exercises, Progress tracking

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 连续包月SVIP | $6.99 | per month |
| 连续包季SVIP | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| 连续包年SVIP | $41.99 | per year |
| 1个月SVIP | $4.99 | one-time |
| 3个月SVIP | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1年SVIP | $29.99 | one-time |


### Optics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/optics/id1025745150)

This app allows users to simulate various optical phenomena, including light sources, reflection, and refraction. It supports ideal lenses and mirrors, and includes tools for angular measurement. It's designed for educational purposes, helping users visualize and understand optics concepts.

**Highlights:** Simulate beam and point light sources, Simulate reflection in plane or arc mirrors, Simulate refraction in plane or arc interfaces, Simulate ideal lens/mirror equations, Angular measurement tool

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Professional | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Learning Shapes free?

Learning Shapes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Optics free?

Optics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Learning Shapes or Optics?

Learning Shapes is rated higher. Learning Shapes averages 4.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Optics averages 3.2 from 6 ratings.

### Do Learning Shapes or Optics have ads?

Learning Shapes shows ads; Optics does not.

### Which is updated more often, Learning Shapes or Optics?

Learning Shapes ships an update every 3 months, and Optics every 3 months. Most recently, Learning Shapes was updated on November 1, 2026 and Optics on November 1, 2026.

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