# Delightex Edu vs Merge Explorer

The clearest difference is rating: Merge Explorer at 4.1 against Delightex Edu's 3.9. Delightex Edu's advantage is review sentiment (54% vs 46%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Delightex Edu sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Merge Explorer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Merge Explorer holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 180 and 279 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 54% of Delightex Edu's written reviews are positive against 46% of Merge Explorer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Delightex Edu ships an update every 3 weeks, Merge Explorer monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Delightex Edu | Merge Explorer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (180 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/delightex-edu/id1224622426/reviews) | **[4.1 (279 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/merge-explorer/id1453098606/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 180 | **279** |
| Positive reviews | **54.3% of reviews** | 46.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 270 MB | 1.3 GB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Delightex GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/972685254) | [Merge Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1253049593) |

## What reviewers say

### Delightex Edu

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/delightex-edu/id1224622426)

Empower children to create and explore interactive 3D content using AI, coding, and immersive technologies like VR/AR. This tool fosters essential 21st-century skills and allows educators to design engaging lessons and virtual experiences.

**Highlights:** AI-supported 3D content creation, Animation with code, Virtual and Augmented Reality exploration, Development of 21st-century skills, Interactive lesson design, Virtual field trips

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Delightex Pro 5 | $79.99 | one-time |
| Delightex 5 with MERGE | $84.99 | one-time |
| Delightex Pro 15 | $149.99 | one-time |
| Delightex Pro 15 with MERGE | $159.99 | one-time |
| Delightex Pro 30 | $249.99 | one-time |
| Delightex Pro 30 with MERGE | $299.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Creative 3D world building and design
- 💻 Accessible block-based coding (CoBlocks)
- 🥽 VR and AR integration capabilities
- 🎓 Excellent educational tool for STEM learning
- 🤝 Collaborative features for classroom use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues
- ⚠️ Severe login and authentication problems
- 💰 Expensive Pro subscription pricing
- 🔒 Limited free version functionality
- ⏱️ Slow app loading and performance lag

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup and during use
- Login fails on mobile devices (iPhone/iPad)
- School account authentication errors
- Projects become inaccessible or deleted unexpectedly
- Cannot create new projects after certain actions

**Requested features**

- Improved camera controls with better turning mechanics
- More object variety (fruits, basic items, furniture)
- Comment and rating system for community projects
- Undo/trash functionality for deleted projects
- Mobile coding support (CoBlocks on iPhone/iPad)


### Merge Explorer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/merge-explorer/id1453098606)

Explore over 100 interactive science simulations using a smartphone and a Merge Cube. Investigate volcanoes, sharks, the solar system, and more with hands-on activities and quizzes. Ideal for K-8 students learning science at school or home.

**Highlights:** Over 100 science simulations, Interactive Merge Cube experiences, Hands-on learning activities, Built-in quizzes, NGSS-aligned K-8 curriculum, Physical, Life, and Earth/Space Science topics

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Merge EDU Individual | $9.99 | per month |
| Explorer Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Merge EDU Individual | $99.99 | per year |
| Explorer Premium Annual | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy for young students
- 💡 Flexible for lesson needs
- 🔬 Used for research and experiments
- 💡 Introduces new content exploratorily
- 🤩 Engaging and versatile for learning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive purchase
- 💰 Forced subscription for software
- 💰 Cannot view software before paying
- 💰 Money trap
- 💰 Only for rich people

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on iPad
- App crashes when pressing play
- Camera not working in app
- Black screen when using cube or camera
- VR function broken

**Requested features**

- Make the app free to play
- Add more fun things, not just learning
- Bring back the fun apps (time bomb, block courses)
- Allow users to create their own games for the merge cube
- Add a way to reset quizzes for class sets of devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Delightex Edu free?

Delightex Edu is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Merge Explorer free?

Merge Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Delightex Edu or Merge Explorer?

Merge Explorer is rated higher. Delightex Edu averages 3.9 out of 5 from 180 ratings, while Merge Explorer averages 4.1 from 279 ratings.

### Do Delightex Edu or Merge Explorer have ads?

Neither Delightex Edu nor Merge Explorer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Delightex Edu or Merge Explorer?

Delightex Edu ships an update every 3 weeks, and Merge Explorer monthly. Most recently, Delightex Edu was updated on November 6, 2026 and Merge Explorer on November 2, 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.*