Protozoan Identification vs Codon One
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Protozoan Identification
Explore a collection of protozoan images and videos. Features an interactive key, labeling activities, and practice exercises to aid in identification and study.
- Interactive dichotomous key
- Labeling activities
- Protozoan images and videos
- Practice exercises
- Study aids
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The Protozoan Identification app features Carolina images and videos. The app includes an interactive dichotomous key, 3 labeling activities for practice and study, 20 additional photos of unique protozoans, and 8 protozoan video clips. *The Lite version includes only one labeling activity, two video, and two photos.
Codon One
Master molecular biology, genetics, evolution, and life chemistry through interactive modules and quizzes. Explore essential concepts with clear diagrams and concise explanations. Includes helpful tools for sequence analysis and genetic code reference.
- Interactive learning modules
- Quick quizzes for comprehension
- Clear diagrams and plain language
- Molecule reference guide
- Sequence analysis tools
- Genetic code exploration
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Codon One helps you learn biology step by step, with short lessons, quick quizzes, flashcards, and a searchable glossary. Build a solid foundation in molecular biology, genetics, evolution, cell biology, development, and the history of science. Each section breaks complex ideas into clear explanations, diagrams, and focused checks for understanding. Core course (Modules) Module 1: Chemistry of Life – atoms & elements, bonds, water, pH, biomolecules Module 2: Genetics – chromosomes, replication, transcription, translation, regulation Module 3: Evolution – history of life, phylogeny, selection, drift, speciation, molecular evolution Module 4: History of Science – ideas, methods, and experiments that shaped modern biology Module 5: Cell Biology – membranes & transport, organelles & energy, cytoskeleton, signaling, cell division Module 6: Development – fertilization & body plans, differentiation, pattern formation & morphogenesis, growth & repair, evo-devo Additional topics are planned for future updates, including Animal Physiology, Microbiology & Immunology, Plant Biology, and more. Glossary & Flashcards Look up the essentials in one place - key terms from every module, plus the 20 amino acids and the nucleobases. Turn any topic into a flashcard deck and review with smart, spaced practice that focuses on the cards you find hardest. Quiz & Progress Practice across biochemistry, genetics, evolution, cell biology, development, and science history in a dedicated quiz area. Track improvement with success rates and per-topic stats, and let the app resurface your weak questions for targeted review. Keep a daily streak going to build a steady habit. Got a good question? Submit it directly from the app. Built-in Tools Sequence Operator: paste DNA, reverse or complement it, transcribe to RNA, translate in all six reading frames, and view length, GC content, and melting temperature. Codon Picker: explore the genetic code, see which codons map to each amino acid or stop signal, and tweak bases to see the effect. Triplet Encoder: write a message in amino-acid single-letter code and encode it as a DNA triplet sequence, then decode it by translation. Found a bug or have suggestions? Email info@codon-one.com - we read every message.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Codon One at 76% against Protozoan Identification's 0%. Codon One also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.0) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 15 months). Protozoan Identification's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Codon One sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Protozoan Identification asks for nothing beyond the download.
Codon One holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Codon One has 25 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Protozoan Identification's written reviews are positive against 76% of Codon One's.
Protozoan Identification ships an update every 15 months, Codon One every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.
| Parameter | Protozoan Identification | Codon One |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.0 (1 ratings) | 4.5 (25 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 76.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 25 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 221 MB | 277 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Carolina Biological Supply | Daniel Gebert |
Customer experience
Protozoan Identification
Codon One
In-app purchases
Protozoan Identification
No in-app purchases
Codon One
- Module 2: GeneticsFree
- Module 1: Chemistry of LifeFree
- Module 3: Evolution$2.99
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- Module 4: Science History$2.99
- Module 5: Cell Biology$2.99
- Module 6: Development$2.99
- Unlock All$8.99
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