# Smart Tales vs KidX Classbox

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Smart Tales at 55% against KidX Classbox's 0%. Smart Tales also leads on rating (4.6 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (18K vs 2). KidX Classbox's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 17) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart Tales sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. KidX Classbox asks for nothing beyond the download.

Smart Tales holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Tales has 18K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Smart Tales's written reviews are positive against 0% of KidX Classbox's.

Smart Tales ships an update every 3 weeks, KidX Classbox every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart Tales | KidX Classbox |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tales-learning-games/id1452196861/reviews)** | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kidx-classbox/id1563327372/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **54.8% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#186** | — |
| Size | 289 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Marshmallow Games SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/955873246) | [SUZHOU COURTESY EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563327374) |

## What reviewers say

### Smart Tales

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-tales-learning-games/id1452196861)

**Currently charting:** #186 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

This app offers over 2500 interactive educational games and stories for children aged 2-11. It covers reading, writing, STEM, and math, with a focus on personalized learning paths and inclusivity for all learners, including neurodivergent children. Parents can monitor progress and set limits.

**Highlights:** Interactive educational games, Award-winning stories, Math skills development, Reading and vocabulary building, STEM and science exploration, Logic and reasoning challenges, Personalized learning paths

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $5.49 | per month |
| Welcome Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly Learning Plan for Kids | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly Learning Plan for Kids | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Smart Tales Semi Annual | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| Smart Tales Quarterly | $34.99 | per 3 months |
| Smart Family Promo | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Promo Subscription | $54.99 | per year |
| SmartTales Yearly Offer Plus | $59.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $71.99 | per year |
| Yearly Learning Plan for Kids | $89.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $89.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| Printables unlock | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Improved school performance
- 👍 Engaging and fun for kids
- 🤩 Positive impact on child's mood
- 🎉 Great content and creativity
- 💯 Effective learning tool

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Errors and bugs in the app
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Lack of family sharing
- ⚠️ Inappropriate content for kids
- 🤯 Confusing and frustrating user experience

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Incorrect shape identification
- Subscription issues and double charges
- Content not loading properly
- Accessibility features not working as expected

**Requested features**

- More writing and grade-level options
- Improved voice-text synchronization
- Better customization for child's level
- Easier unsubscription process
- Compatibility with family sharing


### KidX Classbox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kidx-classbox/id1563327372)

This interactive educational toy combines physical play with online learning for children aged 3-8. It teaches fundamental math and logic skills using Montessori and Brain/Logic training methods. The app allows children to learn anytime, anywhere, bridging offline activities with online lessons.

**Highlights:** Montessori-based math education, Brain and Logic training, Interactive online lessons, Offline play integration, Suitable for ages 3-8, Tablet-based learning

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smart Tales free?

Smart Tales is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is KidX Classbox free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Smart Tales or KidX Classbox?

Smart Tales is rated higher. Smart Tales averages 4.6 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while KidX Classbox averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Smart Tales or KidX Classbox have ads?

Neither Smart Tales nor KidX Classbox shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Smart Tales or KidX Classbox?

Smart Tales ships an update every 3 weeks, and KidX Classbox every 2 months. Most recently, Smart Tales was updated on October 25, 2026 and KidX Classbox on October 24, 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.*