# CASIO ClassPad vs ORB Participant

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ORB Participant at none against CASIO ClassPad's 1. ORB Participant also leads on review sentiment (31% vs 19%) and ratings volume (66 vs 11). CASIO ClassPad's advantage is rating (3.4 vs 3.1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CASIO ClassPad sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. ORB Participant asks for nothing beyond the download.

CASIO ClassPad holds the better App Store score, 3.4 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ORB Participant has 66 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 19% of CASIO ClassPad's written reviews are positive against 31% of ORB Participant's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

CASIO ClassPad ships an update every 7 months, ORB Participant every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CASIO ClassPad | ORB Participant |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.4 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/casio-classpad/id1178870026/reviews)** | [3.1 (66 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/orb-participant/id1215719234/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **66** |
| Positive reviews | 18.8% of reviews | **31.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 4 months** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 56 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/456569836) | [The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Foundation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1215719233) |

## What reviewers say

### CASIO ClassPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/casio-classpad/id1178870026)

Perform complex calculations, graph functions, and utilize a computer algebra system for mathematical exploration. This app offers a suite of tools for math and science learning, including dynamic visualizations and advanced functions. It's designed to enhance mathematical understanding for students and educators.

**Highlights:** Complex calculations, Graphing functions, Computer Algebra System (CAS), eActivity worksheets, Spreadsheet analysis, Geometry tools, Periodic table and constants

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ClassPad 1 Month Subscription | $1.99 | per month |


### ORB Participant

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/orb-participant/id1215719234)

Track your progress for The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. Log activities, manage your sections, and submit them to your Assessor and Award Leader for completion, all from your mobile device.

**Highlights:** Manage Award progress, Set up activities, Create progress logs, Submit Award sections, Assessor and Leader approval

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use interface for logging hours
- 🚀 Convenient mobile access for on-the-go logging
- ✅ Reliable for basic activity tracking
- 📱 Simple and straightforward design
- ⭐ Helpful for Duke of Edinburgh participants

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing
- ⚠️ Hours calculation errors and inaccuracies
- 🔌 Network error messages despite working connection
- ❌ Limited editing capabilities after submission
- 😤 Slow and laggy performance

**Reported bugs**

- Hours not accumulating correctly - logs multiple hours as single hour
- Progress bar not increasing when adding logs
- Network error messages appearing despite valid connection
- App crashes when entering journey observations
- App crashes when editing and resubmitting assessments

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit activities and submissions after approval
- Resend assessment/approval functionality
- Message/comment system between users and leaders
- View approved evidence and journey details after submission
- Edit activity names if misspelled


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CASIO ClassPad free?

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

### Is ORB Participant free?

ORB Participant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, CASIO ClassPad or ORB Participant?

CASIO ClassPad is rated higher. CASIO ClassPad averages 3.4 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while ORB Participant averages 3.1 from 66 ratings.

### Do CASIO ClassPad or ORB Participant have ads?

Neither CASIO ClassPad nor ORB Participant shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CASIO ClassPad or ORB Participant?

CASIO ClassPad ships an update every 7 months, and ORB Participant every 4 months. Most recently, CASIO ClassPad was updated on October 25, 2026 and ORB Participant on October 20, 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.*