FinchBlox vs Kainundrum Lite
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FinchBlox
This app allows children ages 5-9 to code a Finch Robot using an icon-based programming language. It introduces foundational computer science skills through three levels of increasing complexity, teaching concepts like sequencing, parameters, and loops.
- Icon-based programming
- Three learning levels
- Teaches sequencing
- Introduces parameters
- Supports loops
- Requires Finch Robot 2.0
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FinchBlox is an app specifically designed for children ages 5-9 to use with the Finch Robot! Children assemble blocks to code the Finch to move, light up, and make sounds. FinchBlox is an icon-based programming language, so pre-readers can build foundational computer science skills. FinchBlox includes three different levels to gradually expose children to more concepts in computational thinking: Level 1 introduces sequencing. For example, children connect blocks to make the robot move forward, beep, and then turn left. Level 2 introduces parameters by providing sliders that children can use to adjust what each block does. For example, a slider in the turning block adjusts how far the Finch turns. Level 3 provides additional parameters and introduces children to basic ways to control what happens in a program. For example, students can use a loop to repeat actions within a program, or they can use a movement block that drives the Finch forward until it finds an obstacle. Requirements: This app requires a Finch Robot 2.0 (https://store.birdbraintechnologies.com/collections/featured-items/products/finch2). The app connects to the Finch via Bluetooth BLE. Make sure to load the Bluetooth-ready firmware onto your Finch. You can find instructions at http://www.birdbraintechnologies.com/finch2/finchblox/program/1-1/. This app requires iOS 9 or later. This app requires iPad 3 or later / iPhone 4S or later. It is also compatible with all iPad Mini, Air, and Pro models.
Kainundrum Lite
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You'll require a KaiBot robot in order to use this companion app. 1. Turn on KaiBot and pair KaiBot with this app 2. Visit https://Kainundrum.com , go to projects, switch to tablet mode and use this app to scan a project QR code. 3. Layout your coding card sequence 4. Tap KaiBot onto each card to program KaiBot 5. Tap KaiBot on the run card and watch KaiBot & the virtual KaiBot in the virtual world. Use Kainundrum cards to turn on Picasso mode in Kainundrum + so much more The iPad is used as a virtual viewer that matches the physical KaiBot on the tiles. You can’t directly code on the IPad app, all coding is done via KaiBot and the Coding Cards. Supported Languages: - English - Spanish - Italian - French - Māori
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Kainundrum Lite at every 6 weeks against FinchBlox's every 5 months. FinchBlox's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
FinchBlox ships an update every 5 months, Kainundrum Lite every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FinchBlox | Kainundrum Lite |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.3 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 119 MB | 475 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BirdBrain Technologies LLC | Kai's Education Limited |
In-app purchases
FinchBlox
No in-app purchases
Kainundrum Lite
No in-app purchases
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