Comparison

Simple Bitcoin vs Learn Bitcoin Basics

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

Head to head
About

Simple Bitcoin

Learn about Bitcoin through short, easy-to-understand lessons and quizzes. Earn your first Bitcoin by testing your knowledge and participating in rewards. Suitable for beginners and experienced crypto enthusiasts alike.

Highlights
  • Bite-sized lessons
  • Interactive quizzes
  • Learn to earn rewards
  • Bitcoin glossary
  • Advanced topic explanations
  • Free Bitcoin certificate
Features
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Want to understand the value of Bitcoin? Our easy-to-use app offers short lessons, quizzes, metrics & news. Win your first Bitcoin! Enjoy the learning by reading bite-sized lessons followed by review questions. No prior experience is needed. But even for experienced crypto enthusiasts, Simple Bitcoin is an invaluable resource: Advanced topics such as money creation or blockchain technology are explained in detail. *** OUR APP FEATURES *** * EASY TO UNDERSTAND We focus on the most important things. Everything is presented to you in an easily understandable language. * LEARN TO EARN We value your time. Collect tickets to spin the wheel and win your first bitcoin. All you need is a lightning wallet. * QUICKLY BECOME AN EXPERT Simple Bitcoin is designed to teach you sound knowledge in a very short time. After completion, you will receive your free bitcoin certificate. * INTEGRATED QUIZ Test your acquired knowledge in interactive tests and intermediate questions. This allows you to better memorize your expertise. * BITCOIN-GLOSSARY Wallets? Cryptography? Find the most important terms about money and bitcoin in your Bitcoin-Glossary. Other topics covered in Simple Bitcoin are History of Money, Functions of Money, Hard Money, Stock-to-Flow, Money Creation, Digital Hard Money, Blockchain, Mining, Wallets, Private Key, Public Key, Addresses, Limits of Technology, Altcoins, Central Bank, Halving, Financial Sovereignty, Hardware Wallet, Ledger, DLT, Financial Technology, Lightning --------------------------------------- The most important Simple Bitcoin functions at a glance: * Essential information about bitcoin in one app * Quizzes and interludes to consolidate your knowledge * Cross-thematic insights into the world of cryptocurrency * Comparison of different companies Questions answered in Simple Bitcoin; “How is money created?“ “What is the role of the central bank?“ “What is the difference between easy and sound money?“ “What is bitcoin?” “Why use bitcoin?” “How can I buy bitcoins?” “How to store your bitcoins?” “How to sell bitcoins?” “Who is Satoshi Nakamoto?” “How bitcoin mining works” “What is Blockchain Technology?” “How does Blockchain technology work?” “What can a Blockchain do?” “What is a Distributed Ledger?” “What is the difference between a Blockchain and a database?” “How could Blockchain technology change finance?” “What are Blockchain’s Issues and limitations?” “Why use a Blockchain?” --------------------------------------------------------- Simple Bitcoin is an educational app that makes it possible to earn real money (i.e. free bitcoin) while playing learning. These learning modules are free to study, learn to earn and participate to win. App-Learning is a bitcoin-only company, so all raffle prize winnings are denominated in free bitcoin or satoshis. Note: Simple Bitcoin tickets are a virtual in-game currency, not a cryptocurrency. They have no monetary value, cannot be purchased, and are not transferable. All prizes are paid from App-Learning to the winner, upon tapping the 'claim' button on the prize screen. App-Learning will send the free Bitcoin winnings via the Lightning Network. PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLE INC IS NOT A SPONSOR NOR IS INVOLVED IN ANY WAY WITH THIS PRIZE DRAW. THE PRIZE DRAW PROMOTER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING THE PRIZE IF WON BY AN ELIGIBLE ENTRANT. THE PRIZES WON ARE NOT PRODUCTS OF APPLE, NOR ARE THEY RELATED TO APPLE IN ANY WAY. THE RESPONSIBILITY OF ORGANIZING THIS PRIZE DRAW AND DISTRIBUTING THE PRIZES IS APP-LEARNING RESPONSIBILITY

About

Learn Bitcoin Basics

Learn the fundamentals of Bitcoin through simple, easy-to-understand lessons. This app breaks down complex topics into bite-sized explanations, making Bitcoin accessible to everyone. Track your progress and build a learning streak as you gain confidence.

Highlights
  • Bite-sized 5-minute lessons
  • Plain English explanations
  • Real-world examples
  • Built-in glossary
  • Progress tracking
  • Learning streaks
  • No account required
Features
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Learn Bitcoin Basics from scratch — in plain English, at your own pace. No tech skills needed. No confusing language. Just clear, friendly lessons that explain how Bitcoin works, why it matters, and how to use it safely. Why Bitcoin Basics? • Learn at your own pace with bite-sized 5-minute lessons • Real-world examples, no confusing tech-speak • Built-in glossary — tap any term for a simple explanation • Track your progress and build a learning streak • Start free — no account required What you'll learn: • What Bitcoin really is (and isn't) • How Bitcoin works behind the scenes • Wallets, keys, and how to stay safe • Mining, security, and why Bitcoin can't be hacked • How Bitcoin affects your money and financial future • The full story of Bitcoin, from the 9-page paper to today Whether you're Bitcoin-curious or ready to buy your first satoshi, Bitcoin Basics meets you where you are. Learn like a friend is sitting next to you. From Bitcoin Basics — making Bitcoin education accessible. Start your first lesson free. Your journey to understanding Bitcoin begins today.

Screenshots

Simple Bitcoin4 screens
Learn Bitcoin Basics4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Learn Bitcoin Basics at free against Simple Bitcoin's free with in-app purchases. Simple Bitcoin's advantage is ratings volume (280 vs 2) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). 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. Simple Bitcoin sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Learn Bitcoin Basics sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Simple Bitcoin holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Bitcoin has 280 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple Bitcoin ships an update fortnightly, Learn Bitcoin Basics every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Simple Bitcoin versus Learn Bitcoin Basics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple BitcoinLearn Bitcoin Basics
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (280 ratings) — better4.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews86.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings280 — better2
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApp-Learning GmbHAmy Naff

Customer experience

Simple Bitcoin

All ratings280 ratings
Positive96.1%
Neutral1.4%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews89 reviews
Positive86.5%
Neutral1.1%
Negative12.4%

Learn Bitcoin Basics

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Simple Bitcoin

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • iOS app randomly logs out users and creates new IDs, losing earnings
  • Full-screen display issues preventing course completion
  • Purchase confirmation failures
  • App crashes and stability issues
  • Session persistence problems

Requested features

6 requests
  • Accept Bitcoin/Satoshi payments directly
  • Increase reward amounts for lessons and quizzes
  • Bring back treasure loot box feature with 500 Satoshi rewards
  • Improve spin/wheel reward amounts
  • Remove or balance political content in news section
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  • Add more advanced educational content

Learn Bitcoin Basics

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Simple Bitcoin

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium Subscription$3.991 Month
  • Annual Premium Subscription$17.991 Year
One-time3
  • Simple Crypto Premium$1.99
  • Unlock the Next Course$2.99
  • Lifetime Premium$11.99
1 purchases

Learn Bitcoin Basics

One-time1
  • Lifetime Unlock$9.99

Questions

Is Simple Bitcoin free?
Simple Bitcoin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Learn Bitcoin Basics free?
Learn Bitcoin Basics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Simple Bitcoin or Learn Bitcoin Basics?
Simple Bitcoin is rated higher. Simple Bitcoin averages 4.8 out of 5 from 280 ratings, while Learn Bitcoin Basics averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.
Do Simple Bitcoin or Learn Bitcoin Basics have ads?
Neither Simple Bitcoin nor Learn Bitcoin Basics shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Simple Bitcoin or Learn Bitcoin Basics?
Simple Bitcoin ships an update fortnightly, and Learn Bitcoin Basics every 3 weeks. Most recently, Simple Bitcoin was updated on October 13, 2026 and Learn Bitcoin Basics on October 14, 2026.

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