# mBlock vs Handit Remote

The clearest difference is rating: mBlock at 3.1 against Handit Remote's 2.2. mBlock also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (156 vs 5). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Handit Remote sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $8.99 per year. mBlock asks for nothing beyond the download.

mBlock holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: mBlock has 156 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

mBlock ships an update every 2 months, Handit Remote every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | mBlock | Handit Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.1 (156 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mblock-learn-coding/id1367117202/reviews)** | [2.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handit-remote/id6756713522/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **156** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 33.9% 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 | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Makeblock Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1002364464) | [Nikolaos Theodoridis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1740752191) |

## 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


### Handit Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handit-remote/id6756713522)

Control your EV3 robot wirelessly from your iPhone or iPad. Connect via Bluetooth to monitor battery, motor status, and receive notifications. Customize controls with virtual joysticks or D-pads for a personalized robot driving experience.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth connectivity to EV3 brick, Live battery and motor status, Visual and haptic feedback, Virtual D-pad and joystick controls, Customizable button functions, Motor role and speed assignment, Discover tab for accessories and actions

**Features:** Game Controller support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handit Pro | $8.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is mBlock free?

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

### Is Handit Remote free?

Handit Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, mBlock or Handit Remote?

mBlock is rated higher. mBlock averages 3.1 out of 5 from 156 ratings, while Handit Remote averages 2.2 from 5 ratings.

### Do mBlock or Handit Remote have ads?

Neither mBlock nor Handit Remote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, mBlock or Handit Remote?

mBlock ships an update every 2 months, and Handit Remote every 3 months. Most recently, mBlock was updated on November 13, 2026 and Handit Remote on November 15, 2026.

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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.*