MY KUBO vs SAM Root
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MY KUBO
This application allows users to update their KUBO robots with the latest features and improvements. It is essential for robots purchased before December 2019 to access new Math TagTiles® and enhanced functionality like improved movement accuracy and battery feedback.
- Update KUBO robots
- Access new Math TagTiles®
- Improve movement accuracy
- Add battery level feedback
- Enhance functionality and usability
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MY KUBO helps teachers and parents keep compatible KUBO robots up to date. Connect your robot wirelessly to check and install available firmware updates, view robot information and change supported settings. Follow the in-app instructions to update the robot head and body. You will need a compatible physical KUBO robot to use the robot features, and internet access to download firmware. Wireless device permission is requested when you choose to connect. No account, subscription or in-app purchase is required. Privacy information, terms and open-source credits are available in the app.
SAM Root
Learn programming through interactive robotics with three progressive coding levels, from graphical blocks to Python 3. Control robots in real-time or test your code with a built-in 3D simulator.
- Three progressive coding levels
- Graphical blocks to Python 3
- Real-time robot control
- Built-in 3D simulator
- Seamless level switching
- Bluetooth robot pairing
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SAM Root makes it easy and fun to learn programming through hands-on robotics! With three progressive coding levels—from graphical blocks to hybrid blocks to Python 3 syntax—you’ll be building real coding skills and controlling robots in no time. MASTER CODING WITH 3 LEARNING LEVELS No coding experience? No problem! SAM Root meets you where you are and grows with your skills: - LEVEL 1: Graphical Blocks – Start with drag-and-drop, graphical blocks to grasp the fundamentals of coding logic—no reading required. - LEVEL 2: Hybrid Blocks – Transition into more advanced coding structure with blocks that blend visuals and coding script. - LEVEL 3: Python Code Blocks – Discover the structure and syntax of professional coding languages with full-text Python 3 code blocks. SEAMLESSLY SWITCH BETWEEN LEVELS Change coding levels anytime with a tap. SAM Root automatically converts your code, so you can match your skill level and learn the professional Python syntax behind each block. CONNECT TO ROOT ROBOTS Pair with a Root coding robot via Bluetooth and bring your programs to life! Control movement, lights, sounds, sensors, and more—while watching your code run in real time. TEST WITH THE BUILT-IN SIMULATOR Use the built-in 3D simulator to test your programs, speed up execution, and try new ideas—all without needing hardware.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: SAM Root at 3.8 against MY KUBO's 1.0. SAM Root also leads on ratings volume (42 vs 2) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SAM Root holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SAM Root has 42 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
MY KUBO ships an update every 3 months, SAM Root monthly. Both last shipped on October 9, 2026.
| Parameter | MY KUBO | SAM Root |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (2 ratings) | 3.8 (42 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 46.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 42 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 92 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | KUBO Education ApS | SAM Labs |
Customer experience
MY KUBO
SAM Root
In-app purchases
MY KUBO
No in-app purchases
SAM Root
No in-app purchases








