Comparison

Fibu vs Learn Python for Kids

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

Head to head
About

Fibu

Learn programming by building fun games and solving challenges. This app makes coding accessible and engaging for beginners and teens, offering interactive lessons and real-world projects. Master essential programming concepts and gain valuable skills through a game-like learning experience.

Highlights
  • Build games while learning to code
  • Interactive coding challenges
  • Practice Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
  • Learn Data Structures and Algorithms
  • Object-Oriented Programming concepts
  • Game-like coding challenges
  • Video courses for web development
Features
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Stop watching coding tutorials. Start building real things. Fibu turns programming into a game — so you learn faster, stay motivated, and actually finish what you start. Trusted by thousands of learners worldwide. Selected by Code.org for Hour of Code. Winner of Best Tech Startup in Silicon Valley. BUILD REAL PROJECTS FROM DAY ONE Learn Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Bootstrap by building actual projects — not just reading about them. - Code directly inside the app — no laptop needed - Instant feedback so you always know where you stand - Video courses guide you step-by-step through real builds - Build your own game using Python MASTER SKILLS DEVELOPERS ACTUALLY USE Fibu covers the full curriculum — from beginner to interview-ready. - 100+ coding problems with explanations and solutions - Data Structures: Stack, Queue, Linked List, Tree, Graph - Algorithms: Binary Search, Sorting, Time Complexity - OOP: Classes, Inheritance, Encapsulation, Polymorphism - Databases: SQL, SQLite, Relational Databases - Web Dev: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, GitHub GAMIFIED LEARNING THAT ACTUALLY STICKS - Surprise reward points after milestones - Superpower badges for mastering concepts - Daily streak rewards to keep momentum - Coding achievements to track your growth ADDICTIVE CODING QUIZZES Practice coding in seconds with our lightning-fast quiz games: - 3 Second Burger Game - 45 Second Ice-Cream Game - 5 Second Pizza Challenge LEARN THE WAY YOU THINK - Visual explanations that make concepts click - Fun storytelling that keeps lessons engaging - A smart learning path from basics to advanced topics - A community of thousands of learners to ask questions WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Languages: Python 3, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap Coming soon: Java, Kotlin Topics: Variables, loops, functions, OOP, data structures, algorithms, web development, game development, databases, GitHub, portfolio building FIBU PREMIUM Unlock the full experience: - All advanced lessons, hands-on projects, deeper explanations - Access to every future premium course - Monthly: $9.99/month | Yearly: $39.99/year (save 67%) - Payment charged to Apple ID at confirmation - Subscription renews automatically — cancel anytime in Settings Privacy Policy: https://fibu.dev/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Learn Python for Kids

This app introduces children to Python programming through interactive lessons and AI-powered tools. It features a built-in IDE for writing and testing code, with AI assistance for corrections and generation. Kids can also participate in challenges and earn a certificate upon completion.

Highlights
  • AI-powered personalized lessons
  • Interactive coding IDE
  • Real-time AI code correction
  • AI code generation assistant
  • Instant code execution
  • Online coding challenges
  • Earn a Python certificate
Features
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Python for Kids turns block puzzles into real code. Kids snap blocks together, press Run and watch a character move, while the matching Python program appears right next to the blocks, with the running line lit up. Then they draw with the turtle, fix buggy programs and write their own code. It is a step-by-step path from block coding to typed code, made for beginners who have never coded before and for children who already tried blocks and are ready for the next step. BLOCK PUZZLES THAT BECOME REAL CODE • 41 block coding puzzles: move, repeat, turn and fix the program to reach the goal • Every puzzle shows the Python behind the blocks, so kids see what their program looks like • Earn up to three stars by solving each level with as few blocks as possible • Make your own level: design a puzzle and save it only after solving it yourself • A new Arena puzzle every week: one shared puzzle, solved with the fewest blocks TURTLE DRAWING STUDIO • 14 turtle drawings made with short programs: a star, a flower, a spiral, a snowflake, a city and more • Edit the code by tapping words and numbers, no keyboard needed • Change a number, press Run and see the drawing change • Watch the turtle draw each line step by step, then change the code and try again BUG HUNT AND DAILY QUEST • Bug Hunt: a program that is almost right. Run it, spot what goes wrong and fix it • A daily quest keeps a gentle streak going • Goals and hints can be read aloud, which helps early readers LESSONS, STEP BY STEP • 20 short courses with 84 lessons, from "What is coding?" to writing real programs • The basics: print, variables, input, math, if/else, loops and range() • Functions, lists, dictionaries, files and a first look at classes • Later courses introduce libraries, PyGame, data and artificial intelligence • Each lesson is short, with examples, quizzes and practice • Notes, flashcards, a cheat sheet and saved lessons for review 60 MISSIONS • Small programs to build: say your name, count to 10, draw a star shape, make a list of fruits • Easy, medium and hard missions, so every child grows at their own pace • An editor to write, run and save their own programs FOR PARENTS • Parent Corner: a weekly report of time spent and the ideas your child practiced • The Parent Corner, purchases and links that leave the app sit behind a parental gate • Parent Corner data is stored on the device only • The app interface is available in 22 languages WHAT CHILDREN LEARN • Sequences and algorithms: giving the computer steps in the right order • Loops: "do this 5 times" instead of writing it five times • Conditions: making the program choose with if and else • Debugging: reading a program that is nearly right and fixing it • Functions and data: reusing code and storing lists of things • Python, one of the most popular programming languages, from the very first lesson FREE TO START, PRO FOR EVERYTHING Start free with the first course, 12 block puzzles, 7 turtle drawings and the first missions. Pro unlocks every course, puzzle, drawing and mission, plus the final exam and a certificate of completion with your child's name on it. The app stays usable without a subscription. WHY THIS APP Many coding games for kids stop at blocks. Here the blocks are a bridge: every block program is also a Python program, so moving from block coding to typing real code feels like the next level of the same game, not a new subject. Kids learn to code by playing, drawing and fixing, then keep going with short lessons and missions. Download Python for Kids and start with the first puzzle today. Python is a trademark of the Python Software Foundation. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by the PSF. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy https://coddykit.com/terms/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Fibu4 screens
Learn Python for Kids4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Fibu at 4.8 against Learn Python for Kids's 3.5. Fibu also leads on review sentiment (83% vs 50%) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Fibu sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year and Learn Python for Kids sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Fibu holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fibu has 703 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Fibu's written reviews are positive against 50% of Learn Python for Kids's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fibu ships an update weekly, Learn Python for Kids every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 19, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Fibu versus Learn Python for Kids: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFibuLearn Python for Kids
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (703 ratings) — better3.5 (11 ratings)
Positive reviews82.9% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings703 — better11
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCodinism IncMEHMET CANKER (TR)

Customer experience

Fibu

All ratings703 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral2.4%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews222 reviews
Positive82.9%
Neutral5.9%
Negative11.3%

Learn Python for Kids

All ratings11 ratings
Positive63.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative36.4%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Fibu

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Burger game button not working
  • Spinning rocket animation instead of code execution
  • Inability to type quotes in code
  • Incorrect answers marked as wrong

Requested features

4 requests
  • More course topics and languages
  • Improved stability and bug fixes
  • Ability to share certificates
  • Support for iPad and other devices

Learn Python for Kids

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Fibu

Subscriptions7
  • Programming Hero Yearly$7.991 Year
  • Monthly Subscription$7.991 Month
  • Programming Hero Monthly$9.991 Month
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  • Programming Hero Yearly$39.991 Year
  • Programming Hero Yearly$49.991 Year
  • Yearly subscription1 Year trial$49.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$49.991 Year
4 purchases

Learn Python for Kids

Subscriptions3
  • Python For Kids Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Python For Kids Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Python For Kids Yearly$8.901 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Subscription$19.90

Questions

Is Fibu free?
Fibu is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Learn Python for Kids free?
Learn Python for Kids is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Fibu or Learn Python for Kids?
Fibu is rated higher. Fibu averages 4.8 out of 5 from 703 ratings, while Learn Python for Kids averages 3.5 from 11 ratings.
Do Fibu or Learn Python for Kids have ads?
Neither Fibu nor Learn Python for Kids shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Fibu or Learn Python for Kids?
Fibu ships an update weekly, and Learn Python for Kids every 2 months. Most recently, Fibu was updated on October 19, 2026 and Learn Python for Kids on October 19, 2026.

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