Comparison

TELLO vs VEXcode GO

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

Head to head
About

TELLO

Program your drone with a user-friendly interface, no coding skills needed. Create custom flight paths and actions step-by-step. Save and share your programmed flights with others.

Highlights
  • Visual programming interface
  • Customizable flight paths
  • Save and share flight diagrams
  • Drag and drop command editing
  • Metric and imperial units
  • PRO version for advanced features
Features
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If you got bored with flying Dji Ryze Tello and you would like something more than the official application offers, then try ours. In a very simple way, you will be able to program your drone. He will execute your instructions exactly. Step by step according to your diagram, the drone will do whatever you want. You can choose: - move left, right, forward and back by the set value, - rotation from 5 to 360 degrees to the left or right, - change flight altitude*, - flips in different directions*, - change flight speed*, - idle state, go to step*. You can save* created diagrams or send them to friends who can test them on they own Tello. The number of steps is unlimited *. The created commands can be edited, deleted and reordered using the "drag and drop" method. Our application does not require any programming skills. Everything takes place in a user-friendly interface that you will master very quickly. In the application, you can use metric (cm) or imperial (inch) units. All commands are based on the official Ryze Tech SDK. * applies to the PRO version that can be unlocked inside the application.

About

VEXcode GO

This coding environment offers a consistent, intuitive interface for students of all ages to learn programming through robotics. It simplifies robot control and programming with a drag-and-drop block system, making computer science accessible and engaging.

Highlights
  • Consistent interface across devices and levels
  • Drag-and-drop block coding
  • Robot control and programming
  • Built-in video tutorials
  • Cross-language support for blocks and comments
  • Educator-written help resources
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From elementary school through college, VEXcode is a coding environment that meets students at their level. The intuitive layout of VEXcode allows students to get started quickly and easily. VEXcode is consistent across Blocks and Text, across VEX GO, VEX IQ, and VEX V5. As students progress from elementary, middle, and high school, they never have to learn a different blocks, code, or toolbar interface. As a result, students can focus on creating with technology, not trying to navigate a new layout. Drive Forward is the new Hello World We all know that robots attract kids to learn. VEX Robotics and VEXcode are providing opportunities for students of all ages to participate in learning the code that makes these robots work. VEX makes computer science come to life through collaborations, hands-on projects, and engaging experiences. From classrooms to competitions, VEXcode helps to create the next generation of innovators. Drag. Drop. Drive. VEXcode is the perfect platform for those new to coding. Students use the simple drag and drop interface to create functioning programs. Each block's purpose can easily be identified using the visual cues like its shape, color, and label. We've designed VEXcode to allow those who are new to robotics to get their robot up and running faster. Now, students can focus on being creative and learning computer science concepts, not stuck trying to figure out the interface. More accessible than ever VEXcode even helps across language barriers, allowing student to read blocks and comment programs in their native language. Drag & Drop. Powered by Scratch Blocks. Students and Teachers will feel instantly at home with this familiar environment. Video Tutorials. Grasp concepts faster. Built-in tutorials cover every aspect needed to get up to speed fast. And more tutorials are coming. Help is always there. Getting information on blocks is fast and easy. These resources were written by educators, in a form both teachers and students will grasp quickly. Drivetrain Blocks. A breakthrough in simplicity. From driving forward, making precise turns, setting speed, and stopping precisely, VEXcode makes it easier than ever to control a robot. VEXcode Privacy Policy: https://www.vexrobotics.com/software-privacy-policy

Screenshots

TELLO3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: VEXcode GO at 3.2 against TELLO's 2.1. VEXcode GO also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (50% vs 26%). TELLO's advantage is ratings volume (92 vs 22) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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. TELLO sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. VEXcode GO asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VEXcode GO holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 92 and 22 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of TELLO's written reviews are positive against 50% of VEXcode GO's.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
TELLO versus VEXcode GO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTELLOVEXcode GO
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.1 (92 ratings)3.2 (22 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.9% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings92 — better22
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB727 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMiroslaw KapalkaVEX Robotics, Inc.

Customer experience

TELLO

All ratings92 ratings
Positive26.1%
Neutral5.4%
Negative68.5%
Written reviews85 reviews
Positive25.9%
Neutral7.1%
Negative67.1%

VEXcode GO

All ratings21 ratings
Positive52.4%
Neutral4.8%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

TELLO

One-time1
  • Pro Version$2.99
None

VEXcode GO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TELLO free?
TELLO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VEXcode GO free?
VEXcode GO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TELLO or VEXcode GO?
VEXcode GO is rated higher. TELLO averages 2.1 out of 5 from 92 ratings, while VEXcode GO averages 3.2 from 22 ratings.
Do TELLO or VEXcode GO have ads?
Neither TELLO nor VEXcode GO shows ads.

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