Merge Explorer vs Genibot
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Merge Explorer
Explore over 100 interactive science simulations using a smartphone and a Merge Cube. Investigate volcanoes, sharks, the solar system, and more with hands-on activities and quizzes. Ideal for K-8 students learning science at school or home.
- Over 100 science simulations
- Interactive Merge Cube experiences
- Hands-on learning activities
- Built-in quizzes
- NGSS-aligned K-8 curriculum
- Physical, Life, and Earth/Space Science topics
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PLEASE NOTE: This app requires a Merge Cube and a smartphone or a tablet to experience. Find out how to get a Merge Cube and learn more at: https://www.MergeCube.com. Students can learn science effectively with over 100 science simulations they can touch, hold and interact with! Merge Explorer (along with a Merge Cube) allows students to investigate a smoking volcano in the palm of their hand, examine a great white shark up close, hold and explore the solar system, dissect a frog (humanely!), and so much more. With easy-to-follow activities and built-in quizzes, students gain key knowledge while immersed in learning, both in the classroom or while remote learning at home. Merge Explorer includes NGSS-aligned topics for K-8th grade, like Physical Science, Life Science, and Earth & Space Science. If you have any questions or suggestions, we want to hear from you! Contact us at any time at support@mergeedu.com. Privacy Policy: https://MergeEdu.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://MergeEdu.com/terms-of-use
Genibot
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All-in-One Coding Robot, GENIBOT, fosters creative thinking and problem-solving skills! Based on STEAM education, improve logic and creativity, and primary SW education is enough with the Genibot. The core achievement standard of Primary course 'condition(selection), sequence, repetition, even function' with only one robot! Various levels and activities are available from unplugged to block coding program. 1. While approaching SW education as play, never get bored! With a variety of features and content, both teachers and children are easy and fun! 2. Genibot, which satisfies the core standards of achievement in the primary SW curriculum, helps improve creative and converged thinking by designing and utilizing it with structured activity content from unplugged to app activities and block programming. 3. Included apps and key features: 1) Genibot Controller Genibot can be controlled remotely via a smartphone or tablet PC. 2) Genibot Coding Card The same coding cards included in the Genibot can be used in the app to operate. 3) Genibot Linetracing You can draw a line on paper, and use this Line tracing function to make the Genibot follow the line. 4) Genibot Button Coding This app is suitable for children (4+). Intuitively, you can code by pressing a button in the app. 5) Genibot Drawing You can easily draw various shapes with Genibot. 6) Genibot Music Coding You can make and play a song with the built-in speaker of Genibot. 7) Genibot Math Coding You can study addition and subtraction using Genibot. 8) Genibot Tilt Coding The Genibot's three-axis acceleration allows coding in front, rear, left, and right motion. 9) Firmware update based on OTA method You can update the firmware to add function and enhancement of Genibot with two-times touch using the OTA method. 10) Change the distance of Genibot You can easily adjust the distance of one space of Genibot from 1cm to 15cm in the app. 11) Battery The capacity of the battery of 1,000 mAh can be measured in real-time via the app. 12) Bluetooth Naming You can change the name of Genibot at will. 13) QR Code It is possible to check whether it is genuine or not to activate by scanning the QR code. * Requirement - Bluetooth - Microphone - Camera
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Genibot at none against Merge Explorer's 4. Genibot also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Merge Explorer's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Merge Explorer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Genibot asks for nothing beyond the download.
Merge Explorer ships an update monthly, Genibot every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Merge Explorer | Genibot |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (279 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 46.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 279 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1.3 GB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Merge Apps | Genirobot Co.Ltd |
Bugs and requests
Merge Explorer
Reported bugs
13 issues- App crashes on iPad
- App crashes when pressing play
- Camera not working in app
- Black screen when using cube or camera
- VR function broken
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- VR doesn't work with iPhone XS Max
- App crashes or loads forever
- Problems with galactic explore
- App has trouble recognizing the cube
- Screen recording only records cube, not overlay
- Words appear sideways in horizontal mode
- Content appears incorrectly
- App crashes
Requested features
9 requests- Make the app free to play
- Add more fun things, not just learning
- Bring back the fun apps (time bomb, block courses)
- Allow users to create their own games for the merge cube
- Add a way to reset quizzes for class sets of devices
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- Improve functionality for remote teaching, including screen recording
- Add more content in the future
- Add dark mode option
- Add advanced analytics dashboard
Genibot
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Merge Explorer
- Merge EDU Individual14 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Explorer Premium Monthly14 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Merge EDU Individual14 Days trial$99.991 Year
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- Explorer Premium Annual14 Days trial$99.991 Year
Genibot
No in-app purchases









