Comparison

VEXcode V5 vs Securly Reveal

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

Head to head
About

VEXcode V5

This coding environment helps students of all ages learn programming through a user-friendly interface. It supports a consistent experience across different learning levels and robot platforms, making computer science accessible and engaging.

Highlights
  • Intuitive drag-and-drop interface
  • Consistent experience across learning levels
  • Robot control and sensor integration
  • Built-in video tutorials
  • Multilingual block support
  • Example projects for learning
Features
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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 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 Blocks 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 Blocks 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. Setup your VEX robot. Fast. VEXcode's device manager is simple, flexible, and powerful. In no time at all you can setup your robot's drivetrain, controller features, motors, and sensors. 40+ Example projects to choose from. Jumpstart your learning by starting with an existing project, covering every aspect of coding, controlling robots, and learning to use sensors.

About

Securly Reveal

Features
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Securly Reveal empowers school districts to maximize their edtech investments with unparalleled visibility into app, website, and device analytics. Designed for educational leaders, Reveal helps you identify underused tools, reduce wasted budget, and make data-driven decisions to enhance academic achievement. Deep Insights: Track usage of both paid and free resources to understand true engagement. Cost Efficiency: Pinpoint budget drains and eliminate unnecessary tech spend. Training Opportunities: Spot areas for additional professional development. On-Demand Reports: Access and export comprehensive data anytime to inform strategy. With Securly Reveal, gain complete clarity on your education technology program's impact to know what works, for whom, and how often. Download now to transform your district’s edtech strategy.

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Verdict

The call

VEXcode V5 and Securly Reveal 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 V5 versus Securly Reveal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVEXcode V5Securly Reveal
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (22 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews23.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings22 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size777 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVEX Robotics, Inc.Securly

In-app purchases

None

VEXcode V5

No in-app purchases

None

Securly Reveal

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VEXcode V5 free?
VEXcode V5 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Securly Reveal free?
Securly Reveal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VEXcode V5 or Securly Reveal have ads?
Neither VEXcode V5 nor Securly Reveal shows ads.

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