Comparison

Encode vs Self

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Encode

Learn to code with interactive, bite-sized lessons designed for busy schedules. Master popular languages like Python, JavaScript, and SQL through hands-on exercises and challenges. Ideal for beginners, this app makes coding accessible and fun, offering certificates upon completion.

Highlights
  • Bite-sized interactive lessons
  • Hands-on coding exercises
  • Learn Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, SQL
  • Built-in code playground
  • Daily motivation streaks and hearts
  • Certificates of completion
Features
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Start coding today with short, interactive lessons! Learn Python, SQL, HTML/CSS, JavaScript (and more) at your own pace. Encode makes learning to code easy! Bite-Sized Learning: Fit coding into your busy life with effective lessons you can complete in just 15 minutes daily. Hands-On Coding: Write REAL code from lesson one! Our interactive quizzes, coding exercises, and challenges build practical, real-world skills. Master In-Demand Languages: Learn Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, & SQL. Plus, explore mini-courses in R, Swift, Java, & the Command Line. Practice Anywhere: Our built-in playground for coding means no setup headaches. Experiment, test, and write code on the go. Learning Made Fun: Daily streaks and hearts keep you motivated. Coding feels like a game, not a chore! Perfect for Absolute Beginners: No coding experience needed! Encode guides you step-by-step, demystifying complex concepts. Build Real-World Skills: Prepare to build websites, automate tasks, analyze data, or launch your tech career. Earn Your Certificate: Showcase your new coding skills with a personalized certificate of completion. Join thousands learning to code with Encode. Visit https://upskew.com/privacy for our Privacy Policy and https://upskew.com/tos for our Terms of Use. Illustrations by Ouch (https://icons8.com/ouch). Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at support@upskew.com.

About

Self

This app offers 24 text-based lessons to help you build lifelong self-discipline habits. Learn to avoid common mistakes, stay motivated with quotes, and achieve personal or professional success.

Highlights
  • 24 detailed lessons
  • Build lifelong discipline habits
  • Avoid common mistakes
  • Inspirational quotes
  • Personal growth focus
  • Professional success focus
Features
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Master the art of self-discipline with our comprehensive app! Featuring 24 detailed lessons, this app guides you through key concepts to help you build lifelong discipline habits. Learn how to avoid common self-discipline mistakes, and stay motivated with our curated collection of inspirational quotes. Whether you’re aiming for personal growth or professional success, our text-based lessons are designed to make self-discipline achievable for everyone. Start your journey to better habits today!

Screenshots

Encode4 screens
Self4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Encode at 89% against Self's 0%. Self's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Encode sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Self asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Encode versus Self: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEncodeSelf
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (6.4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews88.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings6.4K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size86 MB82 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUpskew Pty. Ltd.MOHAMMAD H JAFARI

Customer experience

Encode

All ratings6,372 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral2.8%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews248 reviews
Positive88.7%
Neutral4.8%
Negative6.5%

Self

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Encode

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Incorrect grammar/spelling in some lessons
  • Inability to input answers in certain lessons
  • Lesson content not always matching what's asked

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more coding languages like C++, C#, and Lua
  • Implement progress sync across devices
  • Provide more interactive coding exercises
  • Include audio/voice guidance for lessons

Self

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Encode

Subscriptions2
  • Encode Plus (Monthly)$9.991 Month
  • Encode Plus (Annual)$39.991 Year
None

Self

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Encode free?
Encode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Self free?
Self is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Encode or Self have ads?
Both Encode and Self show ads.

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