# Teach Kids to Code vs mBlock

Teach Kids to Code and mBlock both sit at 3.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 34% of mBlock's written reviews are positive against 0% of Teach Kids to Code's. mBlock also leads on ratings volume (152 vs 2). Teach Kids to Code's advantage is iOS requirement (8.1 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.0 for Teach Kids to Code against 3.1 for mBlock. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: mBlock has 152 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of Teach Kids to Code's written reviews are positive against 34% of mBlock's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Teach Kids to Code | mBlock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/teach-kids-to-code/id1231223683/reviews) | **[3.1 (152 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mblock-learn-coding/id1367117202/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **152** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **33.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 3 MB | 170 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Xilva](https://appshunter.io/developer/441208527) | [Makeblock Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1002364464) |

## What reviewers say

### Teach Kids to Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/teach-kids-to-code/id1231223683)

This app introduces children to fundamental computer programming concepts. It aims to enhance logical thinking and mathematical skills through engaging lessons.

**Highlights:** Teaches basic computer programming, Improves logical thinking, Enhances math skills, Engaging lessons, Suitable for young learners

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### mBlock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mblock-learn-coding/id1367117202)

This app enables students to learn coding through a block-based interface or Python. It supports creating games, animations, and programming robots, incorporating AI, IoT, and data science for advanced computer science education.

**Highlights:** Graphical programming with drag-and-drop blocks, Python programming support, Create games and animations, Program robots, AI, IoT, and data science features, Cloud storage for projects

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good for coding robots
- 👍 Works well with Codey Rocky
- 👍 Great for learning programming
- 👍 Similar to Scratch
- 👍 Bluetooth connection works

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Does not support mBot2/mBot Neo
- 🐛 Connection issues (Bluetooth)
- 🐛 App is glitchy
- 🐛 Upload mode not working on iPad
- 🐛 Live mode not working

**Reported bugs**

- mBot2/mBot Neo not supported
- Bluetooth connection fails or is unstable
- App crashes or freezes
- Upload mode not functional on iPad
- Live mode unresponsive

**Requested features**

- Add mBot2/mBot Neo support
- Improve Bluetooth connectivity
- Add local storage for programs
- Implement zoom functionality
- Add more examples for Codey Rocky


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Teach Kids to Code free?

Teach Kids to Code is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is mBlock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Teach Kids to Code or mBlock?

mBlock is rated higher. Teach Kids to Code averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while mBlock averages 3.1 from 152 ratings.

### Do Teach Kids to Code or mBlock have ads?

Neither Teach Kids to Code nor mBlock shows ads.

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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.*