Comparison

VEXcode GO vs SlatePad

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

Head to head
About

VEXcode GO

This coding environment offers a consistent, intuitive interface for students of all ages to learn programming through robotics. It simplifies robot control and programming with a drag-and-drop block system, making computer science accessible and engaging.

Highlights
  • Consistent interface across devices and levels
  • Drag-and-drop block coding
  • Robot control and programming
  • Built-in video tutorials
  • Cross-language support for blocks and comments
  • Educator-written help resources
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From elementary school through college, VEXcode is a coding environment that meets students at their level. The intuitive layout of VEXcode allows students to get started quickly and easily. VEXcode is consistent across Blocks and Text, across VEX GO, VEX IQ, and VEX V5. As students progress from elementary, middle, and high school, they never have to learn a different blocks, code, or toolbar interface. As a result, students can focus on creating with technology, not trying to navigate a new layout. Drive Forward is the new Hello World We all know that robots attract kids to learn. VEX Robotics and VEXcode are providing opportunities for students of all ages to participate in learning the code that makes these robots work. VEX makes computer science come to life through collaborations, hands-on projects, and engaging experiences. From classrooms to competitions, VEXcode helps to create the next generation of innovators. Drag. Drop. Drive. VEXcode is the perfect platform for those new to coding. Students use the simple drag and drop interface to create functioning programs. Each block's purpose can easily be identified using the visual cues like its shape, color, and label. We've designed VEXcode to allow those who are new to robotics to get their robot up and running faster. Now, students can focus on being creative and learning computer science concepts, not stuck trying to figure out the interface. More accessible than ever VEXcode even helps across language barriers, allowing student to read blocks and comment programs in their native language. Drag & Drop. Powered by Scratch Blocks. Students and Teachers will feel instantly at home with this familiar environment. Video Tutorials. Grasp concepts faster. Built-in tutorials cover every aspect needed to get up to speed fast. And more tutorials are coming. Help is always there. Getting information on blocks is fast and easy. These resources were written by educators, in a form both teachers and students will grasp quickly. Drivetrain Blocks. A breakthrough in simplicity. From driving forward, making precise turns, setting speed, and stopping precisely, VEXcode makes it easier than ever to control a robot. VEXcode Privacy Policy: https://www.vexrobotics.com/software-privacy-policy

About

SlatePad

Features
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Revolutionise the way schools manage lateness with our cutting-edge app! Say goodbye to cumbersome processes and hello to streamlined efficiency. . Experience unprecedented convenience and speed, allowing educators to focus on what truly matters - the students. Make tardiness a thing of the past and embrace the future of school management with our innovative solution! Description: Welcome to the future of school management with our user-friendly app! Whether you're a student or staff member, our app makes it a breeze to sign in when you're running late. Just type in your name, pick your reason for the delay, and watch as the data seamlessly syncs with your School's Management Information System (MIS). It's that simple – no more hassle, no more delays. Experience the convenience you deserve with our app!

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

VEXcode GO and SlatePad are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
VEXcode GO versus SlatePad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVEXcode GOSlatePad
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (22 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings22 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.2
Further details — not scored
Size727 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVEX Robotics, Inc.Education & IT Limited

In-app purchases

None

VEXcode GO

No in-app purchases

None

SlatePad

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VEXcode GO free?
VEXcode GO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SlatePad free?
SlatePad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VEXcode GO or SlatePad have ads?
Neither VEXcode GO nor SlatePad shows ads.

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