Comparison

KidsScript vs Studuino

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

Head to head
About

KidsScript

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KidsScript is a full-fledged programming language app for kids and teens. Through visual block programming that is compatible with JavaScript, we have made it possible for even young children to use JavaScript. You can get used to programming while having fun creating various shapes and games. And from version 2.0, it supports hobby electronic work! You can program the currently popular microcontroller called ESP32 using KidsScript's code. And you can learn how to use various electronic parts, drive your own robot car, and do anything with your creativity! The app has a wide variety of samples and detailed tutorials, so please give it a try! [App's main specifications] ●Simple app No login or account creation is required. And this app doesn't contain ads. And it doesn't collect any personal information, so you can enjoy it casually. ●JavaScript compatible language The language of this app "KidsScript" is compatible with JavaScript 1.5 and allows JavaScript to be manipulated as visual blocks. Therefore, you can naturally get used to JavaScript through coding with this app. ●Appropriate age This app is mainly intended for children aged 13 and over. But even children as young as 9 years old can touch and play with the samples together with an adult. [ 9 - 12 years old ] - can play samples with adults - can create elementary programs with adults [ 13 - 15 years old ] - can do tutorials by oneself - can create elementary programs by oneself [ 16 - 17 years old ] - can understand all samples and tutorials - can create programs freely by oneself ●Supports Bluetooth communication By connecting two KidsScript apps via Bluetooth, you can create codes that communicate in real time. Therefore, you can also create online battle games! ●Supports ESP32 Targets ESP32-DevKitC-32E. By installing "KidsScript firmware" on the ESP32 side, KidsScript and ESP32 will be able to communicate via Bluetooth in real time, making it possible to code ESP32 with KidsScript. KidsScript firmware for ESP32 is distributed on the KidsScript official website. [URL] https://www.kidsscript.net/ ●More than 150 code samples included with this app It's fun just to look at various samples and play! ●More than 30 tutorials included with this app The app comes with an "interactive tutorial" that will teach you how to do it, so anyone can get started easily. Even if you have no programming experience, it's okay!

About

Studuino

Features
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Studuino:bit lets you create programs for ArtecRobo2 (http://www.artec-kk.co.jp/artecrobo2/en/). ArtecRobo2 kits allow you to build and program original robots by mixing and matching blocks, motors, sensors, and other parts.

Screenshots

KidsScript4 screens
Studuino1 screens

Verdict

The call

KidsScript and Studuino are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KidsScript ships an update every 5 weeks, Studuino every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
KidsScript versus Studuino: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKidsScriptStuduino
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNextObject, Ltd株式会社アーテック

In-app purchases

None

KidsScript

No in-app purchases

None

Studuino

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KidsScript free?
KidsScript is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Studuino free?
Studuino is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do KidsScript or Studuino have ads?
Neither KidsScript nor Studuino shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KidsScript or Studuino?
KidsScript ships an update every 5 weeks, and Studuino every 2 months. Most recently, KidsScript was updated on September 15, 2026 and Studuino on September 17, 2026.

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