Comparison

STEM JUNIOR vs MindLabs STEM

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

Head to head
About

STEM JUNIOR

Features
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*** Age The program is for 3 - 8 years old *** Programming knowledge Familiarize yourself with assembling blocks of code and four basic knowledge areas in programming: Sequence - Loop - Function - Condition. Young children will learn to think according to the algorithm of computer science but also very close to common situations in life. - Basic: Children will learn how to combine blocks for robots to complete their tasks. - Sequence: Children know how to divide large jobs into small jobs, organize and perform tasks sequentially. - Loop: Children know how to use a loop when they need to repeat a task several times (a command or a group of commands) to help optimize the solution (program). - Function: Help children practice generalization and analysis skills. Know how to define and build a big task (Function) from small component jobs (commands). - Condition: Help children practice the ability to analyze, know how to streamline situations, attach conditions in each specific situation. If this condition occurs then the other action is performed. A basic knowledge of programming but also a situation that often happens in life *** Learn English through pictures - The reward when completing a task is an English card to help students get used to English naturally and excitedly - More than 400 English vocabulary cards by topics. - Standard American pronunciation. - Cute pictures, eye-catching, reminiscent. - English topics are popular with children *** Develop logical thinking With over 400 interesting levels from easy to difficult, help students practice thinking skills to optimize solutions, creative thinking, logical problem solving thinking. *** STEM JUNIOR - Excellent solution for pre-school education and first 2 years of primary school. The period of 3-7 years old is the golden stage to form and express the "I" of children. Children have the need to DEVELOP themselves independently, affirm the existence of their awareness and rights At this stage, parents need to help their children form life skills, problem-solving thinking skills in which problem-solving thinking skills are a fundamental skill, especially important as a prerequisite for most all activities in life. With STEM JUNIOR, students will have access to an interesting two-way interactive environment, helping them to express their own thinking and solutions for each situation and then immediately observe the results. STEM JUNIOR is also a great combination between the programming mindset of computer science and the natural and interesting way of learning English vocabulary. Equip your child today!

About

MindLabs STEM

This app uses augmented reality to teach children ages 8+ core STEM concepts like energy, motion, and light. It combines digital challenges with physical cards for an interactive and research-based learning experience. Players can collaborate on designs in a creative mode.

Highlights
  • Augmented reality STEM learning
  • Interactive challenges
  • Collaborative CREATE mode
  • Physical card integration
  • Covers energy, motion, light, and more
  • Suitable for ages 8+
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MindLabs STEM is a magical learning tool for children ages 8 and older that covers STEM topics such as Energy & Circuits; Force & Motion through Simple Machines; Light & Sound and more! MindLabs combines a digital app, physical cards, and augmented reality in a fun, exciting, and research-based approach to learning core science and engineering concepts. Children practice concepts in a carefully sequenced series of interactive challenges. In the collaborative CREATE mode, they can create unlimited designs while playing with teammates in the same or different locations. Designed for one to four players, this open-ended learning experience sparks a child's interest in science, engineering, and the world around them. The MindLabs STEM app is FREE, but you need the physical cards to play! Download and print sample cards to try a quick demo here: www.exploremindlabs.com This product has been supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 1913637 and National Institutes of Health Grant No. R43GM134813.

Screenshots

STEM JUNIOR4 screens
MindLabs STEM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MindLabs STEM at none against STEM JUNIOR's 4. STEM JUNIOR's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. STEM JUNIOR sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. MindLabs STEM asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

STEM JUNIOR ships an update every 3 weeks, MindLabs STEM every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 11, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
STEM JUNIOR versus MindLabs STEM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTEM JUNIORMindLabs STEM
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size291 MB547 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperINSTITUTE VIETSTEM COMPANY LIMITEDExplore Interactive, Inc.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

STEM JUNIOR

One-time4
  • 6 Months$26.99
  • 6 Months$29.99
  • 12 Months$34.99
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  • 12 Months$36.99
None

MindLabs STEM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is STEM JUNIOR free?
STEM JUNIOR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MindLabs STEM free?
MindLabs STEM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do STEM JUNIOR or MindLabs STEM have ads?
Neither STEM JUNIOR nor MindLabs STEM shows ads.
Which is updated more often, STEM JUNIOR or MindLabs STEM?
STEM JUNIOR ships an update every 3 weeks, and MindLabs STEM every 2 months. Most recently, STEM JUNIOR was updated on September 11, 2026 and MindLabs STEM on September 11, 2026.

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