EMM EDB vs EdCity Student
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EMM EDB
This app offers a rich collection of educational multimedia resources, including videos, animations, and picture books, designed to support learning for kindergarten, primary, and secondary students and teachers. Resources are aligned with the school curriculum and aim to enrich the learning experience and facilitate teaching activities.
- Theme-based short videos
- Multi-ending micro movies
- Animations and nursery rhymes
- Picture books and sound tracks
- Curriculum-aligned resources
- Informational videos for parents and teachers
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Educational Multimedia (EMM) is provided by the Education Bureau (EDB) for kindergarten, primary and secondary students as well as teachers to support learning and teaching. EMM includes theme-based short videos, multi-ending micro movies, animations, nursery rhymes, picture books, photos, sound tracks, and videos which are divided into chapters and short clips of a few minutes. These resources are developed based on the school curriculum and students’ learning needs, and are provided freely for schools to facilitate the design of learning and teaching activities and to enrich students' learning experience. Besides, informational videos are also developed for parents and teachers to introduce the latest developments in education. EMM resources are available on the Hong Kong Education City (HKEdCity) EMM website (https://emm.hkedcity.net) and this mobile application.
EdCity Student
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The EdCity Student App is the perfect companion for boosting learning outcomes. It not only helps students study more efficiently but also fosters meaningful family interactions, positively guiding them on a rewarding educational journey. • Study Cards: With ready-made or customised study cards, students can easily take charge of their learning, making it fun and manageable to explore new topics or review what they have learned. • Praises: Students can send supportive messages and recognition to their parents through the app, helping to foster a positive environment in the face of challenges. • Thankful Moments: Share photos and messages on the family communication platform to celebrate and cherish the special moments shared together. Download the app today to make your learning experience more efficient and enjoyable!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: EdCity Student at every 2 weeks against EMM EDB's every 5 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
EMM EDB ships an update every 5 months, EdCity Student every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EMM EDB | EdCity Student |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 27.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 163 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 香港教育電視 | Hong Kong Education City Limited |
In-app purchases
EMM EDB
No in-app purchases
EdCity Student
No in-app purchases
