Little Engineer(EN) vs Blocks Falling
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Little Engineer(EN)
This app uses augmented reality and interactive toy blocks to teach children the fundamentals of computer programming. It introduces concepts like sequential, loop, and conditional statements through engaging gameplay and custom level creation.
- Augmented Reality (AR) technology
- Teaches programming concepts
- Uses toy programming blocks
- Introduces sequential, loop, and conditional statements
- Custom level creation mode
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Using the latest AR technology combined with the fun of gaming, Gimme the Code introduces children to programming, exercising their logic and reasoning. Simple toy blocks accompany 3-D images to create a new learning experience, combining technology and education to give children the knowledge they need to develop a valuable skill: computer programming. Features 1. Utilizes AR technology Children build and navigate levels with Q using toy programming blocks, creating a seamless connection between the virtual and real world. 2. Teaches programming Toy blocks imitate programming modules, helping children easily learn about programming. 3. Offers in-depth knowledge Gameplay includes sequential, loop, and conditional statements in coding. As they pass through the levels, children gain a deeper understanding of the programming process. 4. Custom mode Children can challenge themselves and each other with custom levels, spurring on their creativity with each level. This product requires the Putao Explorer-X equipment. For more details, please visit https://www.pai.technology.
Blocks Falling
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You need to move the blocks around the board, to find the way to fill the row. The blocks will keep falling down, if it hit the top line, it will game over.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Little Engineer(EN) at Free against Blocks Falling's $4.99. Little Engineer(EN) also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). Blocks Falling's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 11 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On 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
Little Engineer(EN) is free to download; Blocks Falling costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Little Engineer(EN) ships an update every 11 months, Blocks Falling every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Little Engineer(EN) | Blocks Falling |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $4.99 |
| Rating | 3.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 210 MB | 104 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shanghai Bloks Technology Group Co., Ltd | Oscar Tsang |
In-app purchases
Little Engineer(EN)
No in-app purchases
Blocks Falling
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Little Engineer(EN) free?
Is Blocks Falling free?
Do Little Engineer(EN) or Blocks Falling have ads?
Which is updated more often, Little Engineer(EN) or Blocks Falling?
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