Comparison

PubCoder Shelf Showcase vs KokoFun

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

Head to head
About

PubCoder Shelf Showcase

Explore a curated collection of interactive publications, PDFs, and audiobooks created by global publishers. Discover engaging digital content showcasing innovative storytelling and educational materials.

Highlights
  • Interactive publications
  • PDF support
  • Audiobook playback
  • Global publisher content
  • Digital content showcase
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This app is a showcase of the best content made with PubCoder from publishers all over the world. It supports interactive publications, PDFs, and audiobooks.

About

KokoFun

This app teaches young children new words through engaging audio and visuals, designed for pre-readers. It focuses on independent learning with clear progress tracking and positive reinforcement, making screen time educational.

Highlights
  • Audio and visual learning
  • No reading required
  • Native pronunciation
  • Animations and real images
  • Simple quizzes
  • Progress tracking
  • Offline functionality
Features
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"Mama, what's that word mean?" If your little one is curious about language but can't read yet, Koko Fun turns that curiosity into real vocabulary—without feeling like homework. # MADE FOR THE PRE-READING YEARS Designed for ages 2-8, Koko Fun teaches everyday words through pure audio and visuals. No reading required means your child can learn independently while you make dinner, answer emails, or just take a breath. # YOUR CHILD WILL ACTUALLY LEARN Not another disguised game with flashing lights—Koko Fun is built on proven language learning: hear the word, see it in context, practice immediately, and repeat until it sticks. Kids finish each unit knowing 5-8 new words they can actually use. # HERE'S HOW YOUR CHILD LEARNS: - Hears crystal-clear native pronunciation (not robot voices) - Sees the word come alive through animations and real images - Taps big, colorful buttons designed for little fingers - Takes a simple 3-picture quiz (perfect for non-readers) - Celebrates success with delightful Koko videos - Unlocks the next unit only after mastering the current one # WHY BUSY PARENTS LOVE KOKO FUN - Your child can use it completely independently—no reading required - See exactly what they've learned with clear progress tracking - No ads - Parent gate keeps settings safe from curious taps - Professional audio in 20+ languages - Works offline—perfect for car rides and plane trips - Actually holds attention without being overstimulating # GUILT-FREE SCREEN TIME Finally, an app where 20 minutes of screen time means 20 minutes of actual learning. Your child thinks they're playing. You know they're building vocabulary that prepares them for school, conversations with family, and confidence in a new language. # PERFECT FOR: - Bilingual families keeping heritage languages alive - Parents introducing a second language early - Preschoolers building vocabulary before kindergarten - Kids who learn better by seeing and hearing than sitting still - Families who want structured learning without the pressure # 20+ LANGUAGES INCLUDED Arabic, Chinese, English (US/UK), Spanish (Spain/Mexico), French, German, Italian, Portuguese (Brazil/Portugal), Russian, Ukrainian, Japanese, Korean, Hindi, Urdu, Bengali, Filipino, Farsi, Indonesian, Polish, Greek, and more. # THE DIFFERENCE YOU'LL SEE After a few units, you'll hear your child use new words in conversation. They'll point at objects and say the word in both languages. They'll ask to "play Koko" because it feels rewarding, not like work. # NO TRICKS. NO TRAPS. JUST LEARNING. - No ads interrupting learning - No frustrating difficulty spikes that make kids quit # DESIGNED WITH CHILD DEVELOPMENT IN MIND Created with input from parents who understand that young learners need: - Big, clear buttons (no precision required) - Immediate positive feedback (celebration, not criticism) - Structured progression (not overwhelming choice) - Gentle repetition (mastery, not memorization) - Independence (I can do this myself!) # One parent wrote: "My 4-year-old asks to 'learn words with Koko every morning. She's picked up 30+ Arabic words in two weeks and actually USES them. First app that's delivered on its promise." # FREQUENTLY ASKED - "Does my child need to read?" No—everything is audio and pictures. - "Is there a free trial?" Download and try the first units to see if it's right for your child. - "Will it work offline?" Yes, all content downloads for offline use. - "Is it safe?" Parent-gated settings, no ads, no external links. Your child's vocabulary is growing whether you guide it or not. Make screen time count. Download Koko Fun and turn "What's that word?" into "I know that word!"

Screenshots

PubCoder Shelf Showcase4 screens
KokoFun4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: KokoFun at every 3 weeks against PubCoder Shelf Showcase's every 2 months. KokoFun also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for PubCoder Shelf Showcase against 5.0 for KokoFun. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PubCoder Shelf Showcase ships an update every 2 months, KokoFun every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
PubCoder Shelf Showcase versus KokoFun: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPubCoder Shelf ShowcaseKokoFun
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB157 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperPubCoderAskOwlo B.V.

Customer experience

PubCoder Shelf Showcase

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

KokoFun

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

PubCoder Shelf Showcase

No in-app purchases

None

KokoFun

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PubCoder Shelf Showcase free?
PubCoder Shelf Showcase is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is KokoFun free?
KokoFun is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PubCoder Shelf Showcase or KokoFun?
PubCoder Shelf Showcase and KokoFun are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do PubCoder Shelf Showcase or KokoFun have ads?
Neither PubCoder Shelf Showcase nor KokoFun shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PubCoder Shelf Showcase or KokoFun?
PubCoder Shelf Showcase ships an update every 2 months, and KokoFun every 3 weeks. Most recently, PubCoder Shelf Showcase was updated on October 1, 2026 and KokoFun on September 19, 2026.

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