# BANDIMAL vs Odd Squad

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BANDIMAL at 78% against Odd Squad's 25%. BANDIMAL also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.5) and ratings volume (2.3K vs 19). Odd Squad's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months) and chart position (#191 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

BANDIMAL costs $4.99 and Odd Squad $2.99 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 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BANDIMAL has 2.3K ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of BANDIMAL's written reviews are positive against 25% of Odd Squad's.

BANDIMAL ships an update every 6 months, Odd Squad monthly. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | BANDIMAL | Odd Squad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$2.99** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bandimal/id1065440354/reviews)** | [2.5 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/odd-squad-odd-mented-reality/id1403889077/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.3K** | 19 |
| Positive reviews | **78.5% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#191** |
| Size | 137 MB | 824 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [YATATOY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1290279571) | [Sinking Ship Interactive Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/497765693) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Odd Squad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/odd-squad-odd-mented-reality/id1403889077)

**Currently charting:** #191 Top Paid · Education (US App Store)

Step into the role of an Odd Squad Agent in this interactive adventure. Solve puzzles and play games to defeat villains and rescue agents. Engage with characters from the TV show through video and unique challenges.

**Highlights:** Interactive TV show episodes, Solve puzzles and defeat villains, Meet characters from the show, Play fun games, Problem-solving challenges

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BANDIMAL free?

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

### Is Odd Squad free?

Odd Squad costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, BANDIMAL or Odd Squad?

BANDIMAL is rated higher. BANDIMAL averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.3K ratings, while Odd Squad averages 2.5 from 19 ratings.

### Do BANDIMAL or Odd Squad have ads?

Neither BANDIMAL nor Odd Squad shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BANDIMAL or Odd Squad?

BANDIMAL ships an update every 6 months, and Odd Squad monthly. Most recently, BANDIMAL was updated on October 26, 2026 and Odd Squad on October 26, 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.*