Comparison

Kodable Basics vs Path Crushers

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

Path Crushers

Features
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PathCrusher — Turn Knowledge Into Action Reading is easy. Applying what you learn is harder. PathCrusher helps you transform books, ideas, and personal goals into structured learning paths built around action and consistent progress. Instead of simply consuming information, PathCrusher guides you through clear, manageable steps designed to help you learn, take action, reflect, and keep moving forward. TURN IDEAS INTO LEARNING PATHS Choose what you want to learn and follow a structured path that breaks complex ideas into manageable daily steps. Whether you’re focused on personal growth, productivity, career development, business, health and fitness, or money and investing, PathCrusher helps you turn knowledge into progress. LEARN ONE STEP AT A TIME Big goals can feel overwhelming. PathCrusher makes them easier to approach by organizing your learning journey into focused modules and daily activities. Each path gives you a clear next step, so you can spend less time wondering what to do and more time making progress. LEARN. ACT. REFLECT. PathCrusher is designed to go beyond passive reading. Your learning experience can include: • Focused insights and key concepts • Practical, actionable tasks • Guided reflection • Structured learning modules • Progress tracking • Daily streaks and milestones The goal isn’t just to know more. It’s to put what you learn into practice. DISCOVER KNOWLEDGE THAT MATTERS TO YOU Explore books and learning paths across topics such as: • Personal Growth • Productivity • Career & Success • Business • Health & Fitness • Money & Investing Find something that matches your goals and start building your path forward. BUILD CONSISTENCY Track your active learning paths, completed tasks, streaks, and progress over time. Small actions add up. PathCrusher helps you stay focused on the next meaningful step rather than trying to change everything at once. FROM KNOWLEDGE TO ACTION Most learning tools help you consume more information. PathCrusher is built around a different idea: Knowledge becomes valuable when you use it. Choose your goal. Follow your path. Take action. Reflect on what you learn. Keep progressing. Make progress daily. Transform completely.

Screenshots

Kodable Basics4 screens
Path Crushers4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Path Crushers at none against Kodable Basics's 7. On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Kodable Basics sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month. Path Crushers asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Kodable Basics versus Path Crushers: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKodable BasicsPath Crushers
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (21K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews54.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings21K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size422 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSurfScore, IncCapsule Kaiba

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

Path Crushers

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
None

Path Crushers

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Kodable Basics free?
Kodable Basics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Path Crushers free?
Path Crushers is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Kodable Basics or Path Crushers have ads?
Neither Kodable Basics nor Path Crushers shows ads.

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