Comparison

VEXcode IQ vs TeachableMachine

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

Head to head
About

VEXcode IQ

This coding environment is designed for students of all ages to learn programming through robotics. Its intuitive interface, consistent across different levels and platforms, allows users to focus on creation rather than navigation. It makes computer science accessible and engaging through hands-on projects and collaborations.

Highlights
  • Intuitive drag-and-drop interface
  • Consistent across Blocks and Text
  • Robot drivetrain control blocks
  • Device manager for robot setup
  • Built-in video tutorials
  • Example projects for learning
  • Multilingual block support
Features
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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 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 Blocks 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 Blocks 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. Setup your VEX robot. Fast. VEXcode's device manager is simple, flexible, and powerful. In no time at all you can setup your robot's drivetrain, controller features, motors, and sensors. 40+ Example projects to choose from. Jumpstart your learning by starting with an existing project, covering every aspect of coding, controlling robots, and learning to use sensors.

About

TeachableMachine

Create machine learning models easily on your mobile device. Capture data samples or upload custom ones, train your model, and instantly preview results. Export your trained models for use in other projects.

Highlights
  • Create machine learning models
  • Image training support
  • Capture data from webcam
  • Upload custom data samples
  • Instant model preview
  • Export trained models
Features
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TeachableMachine is such a great tool that everyone can create machine learning models with just a few steps. Unfortunately, the web version is not supported on mobile device and therefore we create this app to bring Teachable Machine to all mobile device users. Currently we support only image training. Simply gather data samples directly from webcam, or upload custom samples on your device, then train your model and instantly preview the result when done. You can also export the model and use it in your own projects!

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: VEXcode IQ at 62% against TeachableMachine's 11%. VEXcode IQ also leads on ratings volume (38 vs 1). TeachableMachine's advantage is rating (4.0 vs 3.7). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

TeachableMachine holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VEXcode IQ has 38 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 62% of VEXcode IQ's written reviews are positive against 11% of TeachableMachine's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 28, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
VEXcode IQ versus TeachableMachine: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVEXcode IQTeachableMachine
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (38 ratings)4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews61.9% of reviews — better11.1% of reviews
Number of ratings38 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size892 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVEX Robotics, Inc.Robocar Ltd

Customer experience

VEXcode IQ

All ratings38 ratings
Positive65.8%
Neutral2.6%
Negative31.6%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive61.9%
Neutral4.8%
Negative33.3%

TeachableMachine

Written reviews9 reviews
Positive11.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative88.9%

In-app purchases

None

VEXcode IQ

No in-app purchases

None

TeachableMachine

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VEXcode IQ free?
VEXcode IQ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TeachableMachine free?
TeachableMachine is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, VEXcode IQ or TeachableMachine?
TeachableMachine is rated higher. VEXcode IQ averages 3.7 out of 5 from 38 ratings, while TeachableMachine averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do VEXcode IQ or TeachableMachine have ads?
Neither VEXcode IQ nor TeachableMachine shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VEXcode IQ or TeachableMachine?
VEXcode IQ ships an update every 6 weeks, and TeachableMachine every 6 weeks. Most recently, VEXcode IQ was updated on August 28, 2026 and TeachableMachine on September 28, 2026.

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