Comparison

KidsScript vs WonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ

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

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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!

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WonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ

Features
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ワンダーストーリーズで部屋のぬいぐるみや文房具、普段目にする身近なものを撮るだけで、AIにより物語が誕生します。 ほとんど気に留められず見過ごされてしまうあのおもちゃが、色鮮やかでユニークな物語の主人公に。 お子様が寝る前の読み聞かせにもぜひご利用ください。 https://ohanashi-maker.web.app/

Screenshots

KidsScript4 screens
WonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: KidsScript at none against WonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ's shown. KidsScript also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KidsScript ships an update every 5 weeks, WonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
KidsScript versus WonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKidsScriptWonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNextObject, LtdHavas LLC

In-app purchases

None

KidsScript

No in-app purchases

None

WonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KidsScript free?
KidsScript is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ free?
WonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do KidsScript or WonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ have ads?
WonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ shows ads; KidsScript does not.
Which is updated more often, KidsScript or WonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ?
KidsScript ships an update every 5 weeks, and WonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ every 2 months. Most recently, KidsScript was updated on September 15, 2026 and WonderStories | ワンダーストーリーズ on September 30, 2026.

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