Comparison

Plugo by PlayShifu vs Dr. Imposter

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

Head to head
About

Plugo by PlayShifu

This interactive AR gaming system uses interchangeable kits and a gamepad to make learning STEM subjects fun and hands-on for children. Kids can play and learn without directly touching the screen, developing skills in math, vocabulary, logic, and critical thinking through engaging games.

Highlights
  • Interactive AR gaming
  • Hands-on STEM learning
  • Interchangeable game kits
  • Develops logic and critical thinking
  • No screen touching required
  • Multiple educational games
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** PlayShifu Plugo: An interactive AR gaming system to stimulate STEM skills ** Plugo is an AR gaming system that makes STEM super fun and hands-on - 1 gamepad, 7 interchangeable kits, unlimited gaming! Designed for 5-11-year-old kids, each gaming kit offers exciting educational games that are conceptualized to make your child play, learn and have fun—all at the same time. With Plugo, your child can interact and play using various tactile kits without touching the screen. They won’t even realize they’re learning math, vocabulary, dexterity, logical reasoning, critical thinking and so much more. The gamepad is built for all Plugo kits and is compatible with multiple devices. No wires, no electronics or additional hardware; our gaming system requires minimum effort to set-up and play. Plugo app has many games with over 60+ levels for each gaming kit! ** Plugo Link: Construction Kit ** Design structures with hexagon building blocks to solve problems ** Plugo Count: Hands-on Math Kit ** Unravel mysteries and cross hurdles with numbers & arithmetic 
 ** Plugo Piano: Music Learning Kit ** Step into the musical world and get friendly with keys, notes & beats ** S.T.E.A.M. Ahead with Plugo ** S.T.E.A.M. is an integral part of our educational approach to kids’ playtime. -- Science: Explore the underwater world & celestial objects with Plugo Steer. -- Technology: Learn about the functioning of basic electric & sound circuits with Plugo Link. -- Engineering: Build gravity-defying structures with Plugo Link. Build innovative thinking & logical reasoning ability with Plugo Quest. -- Arts: Hone your creative problem-solving skills with Plugo Link. Foray into the world of music with Plugo Piano. -- Mathematics: Learn problem-solving involving numbers & algebra with Plugo Count. ** How It Works ** -- Download the Plugo by PlayShifu app -- Login -- Sync the kits you have -- Unfold the gamepad and place the device in the slot -- Tap on any game to let the fun times roll ** About Team PlayShifu ** We are a passionate team of parents, early learning experts, innovators and technologists that fit together like puzzle pieces. Our aim is to make every experience exciting and meaningful for kids, and we strive to give the best! ** Contact Us ** Your feedback is very important to us. If you have any questions, comments, feedback or need any help, please contact us at reachout@playshifu.com

About

Dr. Imposter

A fast-paced party game where players give one-word clues to identify an imposter who doesn't know the medical condition. Learn and reinforce medical concepts through interactive gameplay and quick reviews.

Highlights
  • Medical condition identification
  • Imposter deception gameplay
  • One-word clue system
  • Interactive group play
  • Quick medical condition reviews
  • Growing condition library
Features
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Dr. Imposter The medical game of clues, deception, and diagnosis. Dr. Imposter is a fast paced, interactive game designed to help medical students and curious learners sharpen their clinical thinking in a fun and engaging way. Whether you are studying for exams or playing with friends, every round challenges your ability to recognize key medical concepts and think critically under pressure. How it works: Each round, all players receive the same medical condition except one player, the imposter. The imposter only sees a general body system and must blend in without knowing the exact diagnosis. Players take turns giving one word clues related to the condition. Listen carefully, analyze responses, and identify who does not quite fit. After several rounds, vote to uncover the imposter. But be careful. If the imposter successfully guesses the condition, they can still win. Learn as you play. Every round ends with a quick, high yield review of the condition, including: * Overview * Symptoms * Diagnosis * Treatment * Board style key points Turn gameplay into active learning and reinforce concepts in a memorable way. Condition Library: Explore a growing library of medical conditions across multiple systems. Review essential information anytime, whether you are preparing for exams or brushing up on key topics. Why Dr. Imposter: * Reinforces clinical reasoning through gameplay * High yield, board relevant content * Perfect for group study or casual play * Designed for medical students and healthcare learners * Simple, intuitive interface Dr. Imposter transforms studying into a social and strategic experience. Learn faster, think deeper, and have fun doing it. Can you spot the imposter?

Screenshots

Plugo by PlayShifu4 screens
Dr. Imposter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Dr. Imposter at 100% against Plugo by PlayShifu's 51%. Dr. Imposter also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Plugo by PlayShifu's advantage is ratings volume (7.9K vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Dr. Imposter holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Plugo by PlayShifu has 7.9K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of Plugo by PlayShifu's written reviews are positive against 100% of Dr. Imposter's.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Plugo by PlayShifu versus Dr. Imposter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlugo by PlayShifuDr. Imposter
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (7.9K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings7.9K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size862 MB187 MB
Age rating4+17+
DevelopermobilizARTejas Saravanan

Customer experience

Plugo by PlayShifu

All ratings7,805 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral2.8%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews219 reviews
Positive50.7%
Neutral7.3%
Negative42.0%

Dr. Imposter

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Plugo by PlayShifu

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes frequently
  • Camera permissions not working
  • Incorrect math answers provided
  • Spelling mistakes in the app
  • Compatibility issues with newer devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add lowercase letter tiles
  • Ability to create custom spelling lists
  • More diverse avatar options
  • Parental controls and profile management
  • Randomize word/puzzle selection

Dr. Imposter

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Plugo by PlayShifu

No in-app purchases

None

Dr. Imposter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Plugo by PlayShifu free?
Plugo by PlayShifu is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dr. Imposter free?
Dr. Imposter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Plugo by PlayShifu or Dr. Imposter?
Dr. Imposter is rated higher. Plugo by PlayShifu averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.9K ratings, while Dr. Imposter averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Plugo by PlayShifu or Dr. Imposter have ads?
Neither Plugo by PlayShifu nor Dr. Imposter shows ads.

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