Comparison

GLICODE™ vs Kahoot! Learn Chess

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

Head to head
About

GLICODE™

Learn fundamental coding concepts through a fun, interactive game using Pocky snacks. Arrange them to guide a mascot through challenges, mastering sequences, loops, and if statements. It's a unique way to introduce programming to young learners.

Highlights
  • Learn coding fundamentals
  • Use Pocky snacks as input
  • Augmented reality interaction
  • Guide mascot through levels
  • Teaches sequences, loops, and if statements
  • Engaging and fun learning
Features
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GLICODE TM turns every packet of Pocky into a bite-sized coding lesson. By laying out Pocky in the right order, you can use Japan’s (and the world's) favourite snacks to learn algorithmic thinking in a fun and engaging way. Take control of Glico's mascot HUG HUG as he makes his way around an imaginary world, trying to spread happiness. You will need to learn different coding functions to help him navigate a range of levels so he can make his way to a child in need of a smile. [WHAT YOU CAN LEARN] By arranging Pocky in different sequences you can learn three basic coding fundamentals: ・SEQUENCES ・LOOPS ・'IF' STATEMENTS [EQUIPMENT REQUIRED] 1. "GLICODE" App Download the "GLICODE" app from App Store. 2. Snacks All you need to play "GLICODE" is a regular packet of Chocolate Pocky. As the levels progress they will become harder to test you on what you've learnt. Remember to save a few extra Pocky for the difficult levels - you'll need them! 3. Placemat For the best results make sure the snacks are placed on a plain white background. Use a white placemat, paper or plate to lay your snacks out on. [INSTRUCTIONS] 1. Line up your snacks. Remember not to place them too close together. 2. Capture. Use your phone’s camera to take a picture of your snack sequence from above. 3. Test your sequence. Hit the play button to see your code executed as HUG HUG moves through the course. 4. Eat your delicious code. If you pass the level you can eat your delicious code and get ready for the next challenge. *Be mindful of hygiene - we recommend you wash your hands before playing with your snacks. *Please make sure your white placemat is clean. [Adopted by school lesson program with MIC!] In Japan "GLICODE" was adopted by "Popularization of Programming education for young segment" program supported by Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications in 2016. Elementary school teachers are using this app as a tool in the classroom to teach the basics of programming to early elementary school kids. GLICODE TM is a free educational app that teaches children about the principles of coding - with Pocky! GLICODE TM is a trademark of the programming education app by Ezaki Glico.

About

Kahoot! Learn Chess

An interactive game designed to teach chess basics to children and adults. Progress through levels, solve puzzles, and defeat bosses to master chess rules and strategies. Once completed, you'll be ready to play against others.

Highlights
  • Interactive chess learning game
  • Learn chess piece movements
  • Master checkmate and tactics
  • Solve puzzles and beat bosses
  • Progressive game levels
  • Suitable for ages 5+
Features
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Kahoot! Learn Chess by DragonBox is an immersive, interactive game for kids (recommended for age 5+) and adults who’d like to learn to play chess and challenge their minds. Join grandmaster Max on her adventure to solve puzzles and beat bosses across multiple levels". When you complete the adventure you’ll be ready to take on your friends and family in a real-life battle for the grandmaster title! **REQUIRES A SUBSCRIPTION** Access to the content and functionality of this app requires a Kahoot! Kids or Premier subscription. The subscription starts with a 7-day free trial and can be cancelled at any time before the end of the trial. The Kahoot! Kids and Premier subscriptions give your family access to premium Kahoot! features and a collection of award-winning learning apps. Adventurous learning The main goal of Kahoot! Learn Chess by DragonBox is to introduce beginners to chess rules and strategies so they can apply this knowledge and skills on a real board. Through a smooth game progression, you’ll be introduced to each chess piece while exploring six different worlds together with grandmaster Max. Step by step, you’ll solve chess situations with more and more pieces, and learn to apply more and more chess rules. Eventually, you’ll meet bosses who challenge you to use your newfound skills in a game of chess. Pedagogical steps - Learn how different pieces move and capture. - Learn the notion of checkmate and simple checkmating patterns. - Learn to complete simple tactical and strategic tasks. - Intro to basic checkmating techniques against a lone king. - Complete games versus a basic chess engine. Kahoot! Learn Chess by DragonBox is designed to create an experience that is not only immersive and fun but also provides cognitive training and qualitative learning. Terms and Conditions: https://kahoot.com/terms-and-conditions/ Privacy Policy https://kahoot.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

GLICODE™4 screens
Kahoot! Learn Chess4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Kahoot! Learn Chess at 4.7 against GLICODE™'s 2.9. Kahoot! Learn Chess also leads on review sentiment (61% vs 32%) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 69). GLICODE™'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support 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. Kahoot! Learn Chess sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. GLICODE™ asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Kahoot! Learn Chess holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kahoot! Learn Chess has 1.4K ratings behind it against 69, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of GLICODE™'s written reviews are positive against 61% of Kahoot! Learn Chess's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GLICODE™ ships an update every 4 months, Kahoot! Learn Chess every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
GLICODE™ versus Kahoot! Learn Chess: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGLICODE™Kahoot! Learn Chess
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (69 ratings)4.7 (1.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews31.6% of reviews60.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings691.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size1.1 GB542 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEZAKI GLICO CO.,LTD.Kahoot ASA

Customer experience

GLICODE™

All ratings66 ratings
Positive43.9%
Neutral9.1%
Negative47.0%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive31.6%
Neutral13.2%
Negative55.3%

Kahoot! Learn Chess

All ratings1,414 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral3.6%
Negative3.2%
Written reviews46 reviews
Positive60.9%
Neutral2.2%
Negative37.0%

Bugs and requests

GLICODE™

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Kahoot! Learn Chess

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • White pawn promotion to black queen
  • Unable to create multiple profiles
  • Levels not loading or getting stuck
  • Subscription issues after initial purchase

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to go back to previous levels
  • Multiplayer mode to play against friends
  • More levels and content to explore
  • Improved save/load functionality

In-app purchases

None

GLICODE™

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Kahoot! Learn Chess

Subscriptions2
  • Kahoot! Kids Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Kahoot! Kids Annual7 Days trial$35.991 Year
One-time1
  • One-time Purchase$19.99

Questions

Is GLICODE™ free?
GLICODE™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Kahoot! Learn Chess free?
Kahoot! Learn Chess is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, GLICODE™ or Kahoot! Learn Chess?
Kahoot! Learn Chess is rated higher. GLICODE™ averages 2.9 out of 5 from 69 ratings, while Kahoot! Learn Chess averages 4.7 from 1.4K ratings.
Do GLICODE™ or Kahoot! Learn Chess have ads?
Neither GLICODE™ nor Kahoot! Learn Chess shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GLICODE™ or Kahoot! Learn Chess?
GLICODE™ ships an update every 4 months, and Kahoot! Learn Chess every 2 months. Most recently, GLICODE™ was updated on October 23, 2026 and Kahoot! Learn Chess on October 24, 2026.

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