Comparison

Robomaker Start vs Carrera

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

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About

Robomaker Start

This application guides users through robotics, logical thinking, and coding using an interchangeable component kit. Build and program three different robots with increasing complexity through guided activities or free creation. Control robots in real-time without programming.

Highlights
  • 3D robot assembly guides
  • Block-based programming
  • Guided coding activities
  • Free programming mode
  • Real-time robot control
  • Bluetooth connectivity
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DESCRIZIONE PRINCIPALE The RoboMaker® kit was created to guide you on an educational journey to introduce you to robotics, logical thinking and coding. By using the 200 and more interchangeable components present in the box, you can build 3 different robots with growing levels of complexity and then programme them in a fun way through this free application. The RoboMaker® START app communicates with the robots via Bluetooth® Low Energy and contains 4 different sections, each with their own specific and engaging functions: 1- BUILD In this section the 3 robot models can be reconstructed in 3D, piece-by-piece, in a dynamic and animated way. Whenever you add a new component, you can even enlarge/shrink it and rotate the model by 360° to understand how to connect the various modules. 2 LEARN The Learn section illustrates the basic programming concepts through 6 guided activities (2 for each robot model); which can be completed by creating specific command sequences using the Clementoni block-based programming. 3 CREATE Once you have learnt the basic programming concepts and have familiarised with our block-based programming, you can juggle around with the options in the Create section. In this area, after building a robot of any shape, you can programme it as you prefer. In this case, the activity is performed freely, therefore the app will not signal whether or not you have entered the sequence correctly, so you will have to realise by yourself whether the result meets your objective. 4 CONTROL The Control mode does not entail the use of block-based programming. Through this mode it is possible to control and command in real time the 3 robot models proposed. Each command you send will be executed instantly by the robot, without any delay. Given that the 3 robots are different in terms of both the electronic components used and their functions, there is a specific control page for each one of them. So, what are you waiting for? Enter the RoboMaker® world, step in the programmer’s boots and start this engaging and formative adventure!

About

Carrera

Experience realistic racing with AI-controlled vehicles and authentic engine sounds. This app offers a unique combination of gaming and racing fun, allowing vehicles to race freely at full throttle with customizable settings and automatic track recognition.

Highlights
  • AI support and NPCs
  • Realistic driving experience
  • True-to-original vehicles with lights
  • Automatic track recognition
  • Individual settings
  • Authentic engine noise
Features
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Carrera Hybrid - the perfect combination of gaming and racing fun, because the vehicles can race around the track completely freely at full throttle. The AI support & NPCs enable a realistic driving experience in various driving modes. Experience true-to-original vehicles with front and rear lights, controlled via our app. With automatic track recognition, individual settings and authentic engine noise, Carrera Hybrid offers a unique racing experience. Discover new vehicles for even more racing action!

Screenshots

Robomaker Start4 screens
Carrera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Carrera at 4.1 against Robomaker Start's 3.0. Carrera also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (22 vs 2). Robomaker Start's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). 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

Carrera holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Carrera has 22 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Robomaker Start ships an update every 5 months, Carrera every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Robomaker Start versus Carrera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRobomaker StartCarrera
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.1 (22 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—68.7% of reviews
Number of ratings222 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size173 MB225 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperClementoni S.p.A.Carrera Toys GmbH

Customer experience

Robomaker Start

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Carrera

All ratings22 ratings
Positive72.7%
Neutral9.1%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews83 reviews
Positive68.7%
Neutral9.6%
Negative21.7%

In-app purchases

None

Robomaker Start

No in-app purchases

None

Carrera

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Robomaker Start free?
Robomaker Start is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Carrera free?
Carrera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Robomaker Start or Carrera?
Carrera is rated higher. Robomaker Start averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Carrera averages 4.1 from 22 ratings.
Do Robomaker Start or Carrera have ads?
Neither Robomaker Start nor Carrera shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Robomaker Start or Carrera?
Robomaker Start ships an update every 5 months, and Carrera every 8 days. Most recently, Robomaker Start was updated on November 2, 2026 and Carrera on November 8, 2026.

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