Kodable Basics vs My Sight Words Notebook
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Game-based learning approach
- Develops critical thinking
- Teaches coding concepts
- Builds foundational computer science skills
- Creative activities
- Seasonal events
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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.
My Sight Words Notebook
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My Sight Words Notebook makes at-home reading practice feel simple, calm, and encouraging. Built for early readers and the adults who support them, it turns essential sight words into short, focused flashcard sessions. Choose a trusted Dolch or Fry word list, select the right level, and practice together at a comfortable pace. A notebook-inspired design keeps the focus where it belongs: on the word in front of your child. Each card can be read aloud, and children can mark whether they “Got It” or are “Still Learning.” The app remembers progress, so practice naturally revisits words that need more time while celebrating growing confidence. FEATURES • Practice Dolch and Fry sight-word lists • Choose levels that fit your reader • Pick a quick 10-word session, a 25-word session, or keep going • Hear each word spoken aloud • Mark words as “Got It” or “Still Learning” • See progress, learning words, mastered words, and practice streaks • Create separate reader profiles for each child • Gentle notebook-style visuals made for focused learning Whether you are practicing a few minutes after school or building a regular reading routine, My Sight Words Notebook gives families a friendly place to work on the words children see again and again in books. Made by Window Box Studios for real family learning time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Kodable Basics at none against My Sight Words Notebook's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Kodable Basics sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month and My Sight Words Notebook sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Kodable Basics | My Sight Words Notebook |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (22K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 54.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 22K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 422 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SurfScore, Inc | STEVEN JAMES DANIELSSON |
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
My Sight Words Notebook
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Kodable Basics
- Kodable Monthly Plan7 Days trial$24.991 Month
- Kodable Yearly Plan7 Days trial$119.991 Year
- 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
My Sight Words Notebook
- Remove Ads$1.99
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