Comparison

Teach Kids to Code vs Tynker Junior

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

Head to head
About

Teach Kids to Code

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
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Teach Kids to Code is designed to teach kids the basics of computer programming. In today's world, coding is something that we should teach kids when they are at a young age. Not only that coding is an excellent skillset to have, it also helps kids to improve on other areas such as Math and logical thinking. Download the app Teach Kids to Code and enjoy the lessons now!

About

Tynker Junior

This app introduces children aged 4-7 to coding concepts through engaging, word-free picture blocks. It helps them develop problem-solving, logic, and critical thinking skills through interactive coding adventures. Designed for young learners, it makes learning to code fun and accessible.

Highlights
  • Word-free picture block coding
  • Problem-solving and logic development
  • Music and art creation
  • 200+ coding challenges
  • Tap-based interface
  • Voiceovers for guidance
Features
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The Ultimate Coding Playground for Kids Ages 4-7! Tynker Junior is the award-winning app specifically designed for young learners, including pre-readers who haven’t even started school yet. Through vibrant, word-free picture blocks, your child will learn to solve problems, compose music, and create art—all with the power of code. Why Parents and Teachers Love Tynker: * Trusted Globally: Used by 1 out of every 3 U.S. K-8 schools and 100,000+ schools worldwide. * Proven Success: Over 60 million kids in 150 countries have started their STEM journey with Tynker. * Designed for Little Hands: A tap-based interface with friendly voiceovers and no complex dragging or reading required. 5 EPIC CODING ADVENTURES With 200+ coding challenges, your child will explore: Ocean Odyssey: Master sequencing and patterns while helping Gillie the Goldfish. Robots: Learn about events and parameters as you fix a wacky robot factory. Wild Rumble: Help endangered animals using counting loops and delays. Puffball Panic: Navigate dynamic environments using conditional logic. Super Squad: Defeat villains and retrieve stolen treasure using advanced problem-solving. WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL LEARN Tynker Junior transforms screen time into a brain-building workout. Your child will master: Logic & Sequencing: Understanding cause and effect. Critical Thinking: Solving complex puzzles step-by-step. Programming Concepts: Loops, conditional logic, and debugging. 21st Century Skills: Resilience, focus, and algorithmic thinking—the same foundations used in professional languages like Swift and Python. Privacy & Terms: Privacy Policy: https://www.tynker.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.tynker.com/terms/

Screenshots

Teach Kids to Code4 screens
Tynker Junior4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tynker Junior at 59% against Teach Kids to Code's 0%. Tynker Junior also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (4.2K vs 2). Teach Kids to Code's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and iOS requirement (8.1 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. Tynker Junior sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Teach Kids to Code asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tynker Junior holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tynker Junior has 4.2K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Teach Kids to Code's written reviews are positive against 59% of Tynker Junior's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Teach Kids to Code versus Tynker Junior: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTeach Kids to CodeTynker Junior
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.5 (4.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews58.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings24.2K — better
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB396 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXilvaTynker

Customer experience

Teach Kids to Code

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Tynker Junior

All ratings4,180 ratings
Positive86.6%
Neutral6.7%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews68 reviews
Positive58.8%
Neutral11.8%
Negative29.4%

Bugs and requests

Teach Kids to Code

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Tynker Junior

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Levels/games not progressing properly
  • Login and account issues
  • Compatibility problems on certain devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add more advanced coding lessons
  • Improve customer support and responsiveness
  • Integrate with full Tynker app for seamless experience

In-app purchases

None

Teach Kids to Code

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Tynker Junior

Subscriptions5
  • Individual Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Tynker Jr. Web + Mobile Plan7 Days trial$24.991 Month
  • Individual Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
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  • Tynker Jr. Web + Mobile Plan7 Days trial$59.993 Months
  • Tynker Jr. Web + Mobile Plan$119.991 Year
One-time1
  • Tynker Jr. Web + Mobile Plan$314.99

Questions

Is Teach Kids to Code free?
Teach Kids to Code is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tynker Junior free?
Tynker Junior is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Teach Kids to Code or Tynker Junior?
Tynker Junior is rated higher. Teach Kids to Code averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Tynker Junior averages 4.5 from 4.2K ratings.
Do Teach Kids to Code or Tynker Junior have ads?
Neither Teach Kids to Code nor Tynker Junior shows ads.

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