# Kodable Basics vs Code Karts

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kodable Basics | Code Karts |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (21K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kodable-basics/id577673067/reviews)** | [3.8 (147 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-karts-pre-coding-logic/id1222704761/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **21K** | 147 |
| Positive reviews | 54.8% of reviews | **61.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 422 MB | 260 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SurfScore, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/577654768) | [EDOKI ACADEMY](https://appshunter.io/developer/555989645) |

## What reviewers say

### Kodable Basics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kodable-basics/id577673067)

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:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kodable Monthly Plan | $24.99 | per month |
| Kodable Yearly Plan | $119.99 | per year |
| 3-day Parent Trial | Free | one-time |
| Fuzzes to Support Computer Science | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pre-Trial Parent Plan | $19.99 | one-time |
| Parent Plan | $29.99 | one-time |
| Kodable Lifetime Plan | $199.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

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


### Code Karts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-karts-pre-coding-logic/id1222704761)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Game Unlock | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- Extend free trial
- Improve arrow interaction
- Add more levels
- Add option to reset progress
- Improve Turkish dubbing accuracy


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*