BigBee vs KidsScript
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BigBee
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Roll up your sleeves and learn program with BigBee! BigBee enables popular DFRobot modules like buttons, LEDs, humidity/temperature sensors, potentiometers and infrared remote controllers! You can make any combination you can imagine with these modules and create your own invention. So, how do we start? - Power up your Bluno controller via USB cable or power cord - Import an example project or create your own - Use all your imagination, sky is the limit! Take advantage of your DFRobot modules as mush as possible - Check out Bluno chip orchestrate your ideas right there The Bluno controller can operate independently after you installed your program through this App. It no longer requires any communication with your Apple device. Google Blockly is an open source visual programming framework. BigBee is developed based on Blockly. You can quickly assemble many commands and logical structures like piecing puzzles together. BigBee can boost your logical thinking skills and help you create all sorts of fascinating projects with Bluno controller! Notice: BigBee requires a Bluno series controller to fully excert its functionality. You can use Bluno, Bluno Beetle or Bluno Nano. Please visit http://www.dfrobot.com for more information. This app is free. We don't have any ads, in-app purchases and we do not collect any personal information.
KidsScript
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KidsScript is a full-fledged programming language app for kids and teens. Through visual block programming that is compatible with JavaScript, we have made it possible for even young children to use JavaScript. You can get used to programming while having fun creating various shapes and games. And from version 2.0, it supports hobby electronic work! You can program the currently popular microcontroller called ESP32 using KidsScript's code. And you can learn how to use various electronic parts, drive your own robot car, and do anything with your creativity! The app has a wide variety of samples and detailed tutorials, so please give it a try! [App's main specifications] ●Simple app No login or account creation is required. And this app doesn't contain ads. And it doesn't collect any personal information, so you can enjoy it casually. ●JavaScript compatible language The language of this app "KidsScript" is compatible with JavaScript 1.5 and allows JavaScript to be manipulated as visual blocks. Therefore, you can naturally get used to JavaScript through coding with this app. ●Appropriate age This app is mainly intended for children aged 13 and over. But even children as young as 9 years old can touch and play with the samples together with an adult. [ 9 - 12 years old ] - can play samples with adults - can create elementary programs with adults [ 13 - 15 years old ] - can do tutorials by oneself - can create elementary programs by oneself [ 16 - 17 years old ] - can understand all samples and tutorials - can create programs freely by oneself ●Supports Bluetooth communication By connecting two KidsScript apps via Bluetooth, you can create codes that communicate in real time. Therefore, you can also create online battle games! ●Supports ESP32 Targets ESP32-DevKitC-32E. By installing "KidsScript firmware" on the ESP32 side, KidsScript and ESP32 will be able to communicate via Bluetooth in real time, making it possible to code ESP32 with KidsScript. KidsScript firmware for ESP32 is distributed on the KidsScript official website. [URL] https://www.kidsscript.net/ ●More than 150 code samples included with this app It's fun just to look at various samples and play! ●More than 30 tutorials included with this app The app comes with an "interactive tutorial" that will teach you how to do it, so anyone can get started easily. Even if you have no programming experience, it's okay!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: BigBee at 9.0 against KidsScript's 12.0. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
BigBee ships an update monthly, KidsScript every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BigBee | KidsScript |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 80 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shanghai Zhiwei Robotics Co Ltd | NextObject, Ltd |
In-app purchases
BigBee
No in-app purchases
KidsScript
No in-app purchases









