Comparison

Kodable Basics vs Code Karts

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

Head to head
About

Kodable Basics

This app teaches children aged 4-10 foundational computer science concepts through engaging, game-based activities. It helps kids develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by guiding them through mazes and allowing them to create their own games. The curriculum is designed to transition from basic logic to writing real code.

Highlights
  • Game-based learning approach
  • Develops critical thinking
  • Teaches coding concepts
  • Builds foundational computer science skills
  • Creative activities
  • Seasonal events
Features
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The coding curriculum used in over 50% of U.S. elementary schools, now at home! Kids go from solving their first maze at age 4 to writing real JavaScript by 5th grade, through games they actually ask to play. LOVED BY KIDS, TRUSTED BY SCHOOLS Rated 4.7 stars by 21,000+ families. Over 25 million downloads. Built with elementary teachers for more than a decade, and aligned to Common Core and CSTA standards, the same curriculum kids use in class. WHAT KIDS LEARN Ages 4-6 (no reading required): sequencing, patterns, and problem-solving through maze puzzles. This is the logic underneath all programming. Ages 7-10: conditions, loops, functions, and variables, leading to real typed JavaScript Every level builds critical thinking they'll use far beyond the screen MORE THAN LESSONS Kids design their own characters, build and share their own games, and jump into seasonal events. Creativity keeps them coming back long after the lesson ends. USING KODABLE AT SCHOOL? Sign in with your school account and your child's progress comes home with them. Some class content carries over free; Kodable Pro unlocks the full library at home. BUILT FOR FAMILIES No ads. Ever. Works offline for road trips, flights, and waiting rooms Designed to meet the strict privacy standards schools require TEACHERS: A complete K-5 STEM curriculum with 80+ scripted lesson plans and Google Classroom, Clever, and roster integrations is available at kodable.com. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period – Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase – Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.

About

Code Karts

This app introduces children aged 4 and up to pre-coding concepts through engaging logic puzzles presented as a raceway. It teaches fundamental coding principles and problem-solving skills through interactive gameplay, including counting in binary.

Highlights
  • Pre-coding logic puzzles
  • Learn to count in binary
  • Develop sequencing and problem-solving
  • Over 70 levels
  • Two game modes
  • Intuitive UI for young children
Features
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Ready, Set, Code! Code Karts introduces pre-coding to children from the age of 4 through a series of logical puzzles presented in the form of a raceway. What’s more, it teaches kids the fundamentals of code while they race! New in version 4.0: Learn to count in binary with 5 new games! Kids will learn to count like a computer using only 0 and 1 numerals. These activities will sharpen their problem-solving skills and develop their understanding of the decimal system. With over 70 levels, a variety of puzzling obstacles, and two different game modes, there’s no shortage of educational content for kids to enjoy. In Code Karts, the objective is to use direction bricks to get the race car to the finish line. Through careful observation of the track ahead and some logical thinking, kids will quickly pick up on solutions to more and more difficult puzzles and will begin to absorb key elements of code-based thinking. For example, one of the obstacles, the switch, represents “if-then” statements, one of the most common programming tools. While there are a number of games that aim to teach children the fundamentals of code, we’ve found that they are often too difficult to truly educate their intended audience. Code Karts aims to teach the youngest of children the fundamentals of code, allowing them a deeper and more immediate understanding once they become old enough to actually begin writing code themselves. FEATURES: - 2 modes: Classic or Competition (race against the device) - Very intuitive User Interface for children from age 4 - Develop sequencing, problem solving and logic - 70+ levels - 21 languages In our technology-driven world, programming is becoming more and more of a vital skill. It’s a proven fact that the earlier you are introduced to something, the more likely you are to be able to master it as you learn. The same applies to code! By introducing kids to code at a young age, you can ensure that they get a head start in the fascinating realm of computer technology. And what’s a better way to introduce them than through Code Karts, our fun and engaging educational game! About EDOKI ACADEMY We founded EDOKI ACADEMY to bring our classroom experience with hundreds of children to the Digital world of tablets. As certified teachers, our aim is to develop a range of truly educational as well as beautiful apps based on the Montessori Method. All our apps can be used at home or in class. They can also be used by speech therapists. We are proud winners of several Awards from the Parent's Choice Foundation and Common Sense Media. For any support, please contact us on support@edokiacademy.com. PRIVACY POLICY We take personal data protection very seriously. We do not collect or share personal information about your child. You can read our privacy policy here: https://www.edokiacademy.com/en/privacy-policy/ CONNECT WITH US! If you have any support requests, comments, or questions do not hesitate to contact us at support@edokiacademy.com or visit the Edoki Academy Online Community at edokiacademy.com. We’d love to hear from you!

Screenshots

Kodable Basics4 screens
Code Karts4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Kodable Basics at 4.7 against Code Karts's 3.8. Kodable Basics also leads on ratings volume (21K vs 147) and update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). Code Karts's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, 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. Kodable Basics sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month and Code Karts sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Kodable Basics holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kodable Basics has 21K ratings behind it against 147, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 55% of Kodable Basics's written reviews are positive against 61% of Code Karts's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kodable Basics ships an update monthly, Code Karts every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Kodable Basics versus Code Karts: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKodable BasicsCode Karts
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (21K ratings) — better3.8 (147 ratings)
Positive reviews54.8% of reviews61.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings21K — better147
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size422 MB260 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSurfScore, IncEDOKI ACADEMY

Customer experience

Kodable Basics

All ratings21,410 ratings
Positive93.7%
Neutral2.6%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews409 reviews
Positive54.8%
Neutral5.4%
Negative39.9%

Code Karts

All ratings147 ratings
Positive68.0%
Neutral4.8%
Negative27.2%
Written reviews121 reviews
Positive61.2%
Neutral13.2%
Negative25.6%

User reviews

Kodable Basics

From 21K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💡 Fun and educational coding game
  • 👍 Helps develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • 🚀 Engaging for kids of various ages
  • 🎨 Ability to create custom characters and games

Room to improve

  • 💰 Subscription-based model with high costs
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔒 Misleading trial period and automatic subscription
  • 📉 Declining quality and value over time

Code Karts

From 147 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great introduction to coding
  • 👍 Fun and engaging for kids
  • 👍 Good for logic and sequencing
  • 👍 Quick customer support
  • 👍 No ads

Room to improve

  • 👎 Requires purchase to continue
  • 👎 Purchase not restoring
  • 👎 Issues with family sharing
  • 👎 Tedious arrow interaction
  • 👎 Broken bonus level

Bugs and requests

Kodable Basics

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to access app after subscription cancellation
  • Persistent crashes at certain levels or stages
  • Syncing and progress issues across devices
  • Unresponsive controls and UI elements

Requested features

4 requests
  • More free content and levels
  • Improved stability and performance
  • Customization options for parents/teachers
  • Better customer support and communication

Code Karts

Reported bugs

26 issues
  • Cannot restore purchases
  • Purchased content not unlocking on new devices
  • Family sharing not working for purchases
  • Bonus level is unplayable/unexitable
  • Back button not working in bonus level
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  • App stuck on 'please wait' screen
  • Errors when family member tries to access paid features
  • Purchase not applying across devices
  • Game won't open after purchase attempt
  • Levels not unlocking after purchase
  • Inconsistent silent mode
  • Binary counting errors
  • Frustrating race crashes
  • Car crashes on corners in races
  • Game freezes or pauses on first screen
  • Purchased features not unlocking on other devices
  • Trophy points not accumulating
  • Coins disappearing after iPad update
  • Coins not collecting
  • Error when trying to buy full version (no internet connection)
  • Black screen after completing level 20 on iPad 2
  • Buggy purchase process
  • App asks to buy again after previous purchase
  • Binary game has errors in Turkish dubbing
  • App doesn't work on iPad 3 (popup connection required)
  • Silent mode is inconsistent

Requested features

12 requests
  • Extend free trial
  • Improve arrow interaction
  • Add more levels
  • Add option to reset progress
  • Improve Turkish dubbing accuracy
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  • Fix binary counting errors
  • Add more complex challenges
  • Allow changing car speed
  • Fix car not cleaning issue
  • Provide clues for race crashes
  • Add dark mode option
  • Improve sound options

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Kodable Basics

Subscriptions2
  • Kodable Monthly Plan7 Days trial$24.991 Month
  • Kodable Yearly Plan7 Days trial$119.991 Year
One-time5
  • 3-day Parent TrialFree
  • Fuzzes to Support Computer Science$4.99
  • Pre-Trial Parent Plan$19.99
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  • Parent Plan$29.99
  • Kodable Lifetime Plan$199.99
1 purchases

Code Karts

One-time1
  • Full Game Unlock$2.99

Questions

Is Kodable Basics free?
Kodable Basics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Code Karts free?
Code Karts is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Kodable Basics or Code Karts?
Kodable Basics is rated higher. Kodable Basics averages 4.7 out of 5 from 21K ratings, while Code Karts averages 3.8 from 147 ratings.
Do Kodable Basics or Code Karts have ads?
Neither Kodable Basics nor Code Karts shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Kodable Basics or Code Karts?
Kodable Basics ships an update monthly, and Code Karts every 4 months. Most recently, Kodable Basics was updated on September 24, 2026 and Code Karts on September 3, 2026.

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