# mBlock vs Scratch案例教程

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: mBlock at none against Scratch案例教程's 3. mBlock also leads on review sentiment (34% vs 9%) and ratings volume (152 vs 2). Scratch案例教程's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scratch案例教程 sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. mBlock asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.1 for mBlock against 3.0 for Scratch案例教程. 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: 34% of mBlock's written reviews are positive against 9% of Scratch案例教程's.

mBlock ships an update every 2 months, Scratch案例教程 every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | mBlock | Scratch案例教程 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.1 (152 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mblock-learn-coding/id1367117202/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scratch/id6473737600/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **152** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **33.9% of reviews** | 9.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 170 MB | 139 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Makeblock Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1002364464) | [剑 林](https://appshunter.io/developer/1466914836) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Scratch案例教程

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scratch/id6473737600)

Learn visual programming with this comprehensive course designed for children and beginners. Create animations, games, and interactive stories using a drag-and-drop interface. Develop creativity and problem-solving skills through engaging coding activities.

**Highlights:** Visual programming for kids, Create animations and games, Drag-and-drop coding interface, Develop creativity, Enhance logical thinking, Interactive stories

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 解锁初级篇教程 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 解锁高级教程 | $12.99 | one-time |
| 解锁所有教程 | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Can be useful for learning coding
- 👍 Some users find it educational
- 👍 Works for those who understand Chinese
- 👍 Tutorials are available (though in Chinese)

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Primarily in Chinese
- ❌ No English language option
- ❌ Confusing for non-Chinese speakers
- ❌ Not the official Scratch app
- ❌ Difficult to navigate without understanding Chinese

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot change language
- App cannot be deleted
- App is stuck on one language
- Lost progress due to no save feature

**Requested features**

- Add English language support
- Add Vietnamese language support
- Make the app multicultural
- Add a save feature
- Allow users to create animations/code


## Frequently asked questions

### Is mBlock free?

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

### Is Scratch案例教程 free?

Scratch案例教程 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, mBlock or Scratch案例教程?

mBlock is rated higher. mBlock averages 3.1 out of 5 from 152 ratings, while Scratch案例教程 averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do mBlock or Scratch案例教程 have ads?

Neither mBlock nor Scratch案例教程 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, mBlock or Scratch案例教程?

mBlock ships an update every 2 months, and Scratch案例教程 every 3 months. Most recently, mBlock was updated on September 17, 2026 and Scratch案例教程 on September 21, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*