# VibeBlocks vs BlueGrays

The clearest difference is ads: BlueGrays at none against VibeBlocks's shown. BlueGrays also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.8) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VibeBlocks sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and BlueGrays sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BlueGrays holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 14 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of VibeBlocks's written reviews are positive against 64% of BlueGrays's.

VibeBlocks ships an update every 2 weeks, BlueGrays every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VibeBlocks | BlueGrays |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vibeblocks-ai-coding-lab/id1477837489/reviews) | **[4.2 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluegrays-arduino-and-esp32/id6502332602/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **14** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **64.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 203 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hayeon Jeong](https://appshunter.io/developer/6804959386) | [Yunus Emre Eke](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713998736) |

## What reviewers say

### VibeBlocks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vibeblocks-ai-coding-lab/id1477837489)

This app offers a mobile-first solution for learning maker coding without a computer. It allows users to simulate and test Arduino projects, compile code directly, and learn through interactive block coding games and missions. Designed for both students and teachers, it supports various kits and provides comprehensive guidance.

**Highlights:** Computer-free Arduino project creation, Smartphone-based block coding, Circuit diagram identification and assembly guidance, Code simulation and direct Arduino compilation, Interactive coding games and missions, Teacher guidance and class materials, Support for multiple maker kits

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MAKE Basic 멤버십 1개월 | $0.99 | one-time |
| MAKE monthly ticket | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium 멤버쉽 1개월 | $2.99 | one-time |
| MAKE Premium 멤버쉽 3개월 | $7.99 | one-time |
| MAKE Premium 멤버쉽 6개월 | $10.99 | one-time |


### BlueGrays

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluegrays-arduino-and-esp32/id6502332602)

Explore over 200 electronics projects with code, diagrams, and video guides. Build custom IoT devices controlled via your phone. Features include component guides, calculators, and pinout maps.

**Highlights:** 200+ Arduino, ESP32, Pico projects, Ready-to-upload code and circuit diagrams, IoT device control from phone, 125+ component guides, 18 electronics calculators, Pinout maps for boards, Project Finder based on owned parts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium (Yearly) | $11.99 | per year |
| Premium (Yearly) | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium · Special | $49.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $79.99 | one-time |
| 50x Monthly Educator Pack | $219.99 | one-time |
| 5x Lifetime Educator Pack | $399.99 | one-time |
| 10x Lifetime Educator Pack | $749.99 | one-time |
| 50x Yearly Educator Pack | $889.99 | one-time |
| 50x Lifetime Educator Pack | $949.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VibeBlocks free?

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

### Is BlueGrays free?

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

### Which has better reviews, VibeBlocks or BlueGrays?

BlueGrays is rated higher. VibeBlocks averages 3.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while BlueGrays averages 4.2 from 14 ratings.

### Do VibeBlocks or BlueGrays have ads?

VibeBlocks shows ads; BlueGrays does not.

### Which is updated more often, VibeBlocks or BlueGrays?

VibeBlocks ships an update every 2 weeks, and BlueGrays every 4 days. Most recently, VibeBlocks was updated on November 7, 2026 and BlueGrays on November 12, 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.*
