Comparison

MERS eTextbook vs Gigo Super Sphere

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

Head to head
About

MERS eTextbook

This application allows students to download and access eTextbooks from their school. It provides interactive learning tools, multimedia content, and tracks user progress. Content is personalized based on user login and school affiliation.

Highlights
  • Downloadable eTextbooks
  • Personalized content by school
  • Interactive learning tools
  • Multimedia integration
  • Learning history tracking
  • Notifications for new content
Features
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"MERS eTextbook" (ONLY available for e-learning client schools) “MERS eTextbook” is an application which facilitates users to download eBooks published by Modern Education Research Society. The downloaded eTextbooks will be stored on the “My bookshelf” for easy access.   Features of MERS eTextbook: ‧ The eTextbook provides an extensive range of eTextbooks, including textbooks of various subjects and engaging storybooks. ‧ The application is able to identify users’ access right after they have logged in. It will then provide the suitable eTextbooks (including school-based textbooks) according to users’ school and level. ‧ Users will be notified to download new eTextbooks or update the downloaded ones whenever available.   Features of MERS eTextbooks: ‧ Each eTextbook is incorporated with practical tools, such as notebook, drawing tool, etc. ‧ eTextbooks are enriched with the integration of videos, audio materials, pictures, documents, spreadsheets and powerpoints, etc.      ‧ Interactive activities are included and users can track their learning history and results. ‧ Learning materials of various types are attached on specific page and position for easy access.

About

Gigo Super Sphere

This app allows users to build and control a DIY rolling robot. It offers remote control and programming modes to interact with the robot's various models, requiring a physical Super Sphere package and Bluetooth connection.

Highlights
  • Build 7 different robot models
  • Remote control mode
  • Programming mode
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Roll, drive, and rotate robot functions
Features
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PLEASE NOTE: 
This app requires a Super Sphere package, and a supported Bluetooth device to play with. ABOUT Super Sphere: Super Sphere is a DIY rolling robot package. There are 7 models in this package. A special mechanical structure makes the robot roll, drive, and rotate on the flat smooth ground. Download the app and experience the super rolling ball and also the other 6 different cool models. HOW TO PLAY: Follow the instruction and build the sphere model. Position the model on a smooth floor in an open area. Open the app on your device. Establish a Bluetooth connection between the app and the BTLE battery box. There are two different modes, Remote control and Programming.

Screenshots

Gigo Super Sphere4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Gigo Super Sphere at 3 against MERS eTextbook's 1. Gigo Super Sphere also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 18.6). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MERS eTextbook ships an update every 3 months, Gigo Super Sphere every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
MERS eTextbook versus Gigo Super Sphere: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMERS eTextbookGigo Super Sphere
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.610.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperModern Educational Research Society, LTDGIGO TOYS CO., LTD.

Customer experience

MERS eTextbook

Written reviews6 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.3%

Gigo Super Sphere

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

MERS eTextbook

No in-app purchases

None

Gigo Super Sphere

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MERS eTextbook free?
MERS eTextbook is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gigo Super Sphere free?
Gigo Super Sphere is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MERS eTextbook or Gigo Super Sphere have ads?
Neither MERS eTextbook nor Gigo Super Sphere shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MERS eTextbook or Gigo Super Sphere?
MERS eTextbook ships an update every 3 months, and Gigo Super Sphere every 2 months. Most recently, MERS eTextbook was updated on October 23, 2026 and Gigo Super Sphere on October 18, 2026.

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