# Cato's Hike Lite vs Code Chingoo

The clearest difference is rating: Code Chingoo at 4.8 against Cato's Hike Lite's 3.9. Code Chingoo also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 29 months). Cato's Hike Lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 21) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Code Chingoo sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Cato's Hike Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Code Chingoo holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cato's Hike Lite has 52 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Cato's Hike Lite ships an update every 29 months, Code Chingoo every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cato's Hike Lite | Code Chingoo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (52 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catos-hike-lite/id580699267/reviews) | **[4.8 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-chingoo/id1644568803/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **52** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 29 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 41 MB | 528 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.3** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hesham Wahba](https://appshunter.io/developer/358331461) | [MIIMO AI COMPANY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1598106396) |

## What reviewers say

### Cato's Hike Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catos-hike-lite/id580699267)

Embark on a programming adventure where you guide a young boy through a world with unique rules. Learn programming concepts like loops and branches by creating programs and solving puzzles. This version includes a tutorial and a full map editor for creating and sharing your own challenges.

**Highlights:** Simple card-based programming interface, 59 levels and 10 tutorials, Full map editor for creating custom puzzles, Preview maps within the editor, Save program progress, Share puzzle solutions via email, Introduces loops, branches, and if/else concepts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Code Chingoo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-chingoo/id1644568803)

This app offers interactive drag-and-drop coding lessons for children aged 4-11. It helps develop logical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity through fun adventures and a sandbox mode for creating games and animations.

**Highlights:** Interactive drag-and-drop block coding, Fun coding lessons and adventures, Develops logical thinking and problem-solving, Sandbox mode for creating games and animations, Parent dashboard for progress tracking, Customizable in-app character care

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Membership 70% off | $1.49 | per month |
| Monthly Membership 50% off | $2.49 | per month |
| Monthly Membership 40% off | $2.99 | per month |
| 3 Months Membership 70% off | $2.99 | per 3 months |
| Monthly Membership 30% off | $3.49 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $4.99 | per month |
| 3 Months Membership 50% off | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| 3 Months Membership 40% off | $5.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Membership 70% off | $5.99 | per year |
| 3 Months Membership 30% off | $6.99 | per 3 months |
| 3 Months Membership | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Membership 40% off | $11.99 | per year |
| Yearly Membership 30% off | $13.99 | per year |
| Yearly Membership | $19.99 | per year |
| Starter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Power Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Popular Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| 1 Credit | $11.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Pack | $12.99 | one-time |
| 10 Credits | $59.99 | one-time |
| 25 Credits | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cato's Hike Lite free?

Cato's Hike Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Code Chingoo free?

Code Chingoo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cato's Hike Lite or Code Chingoo?

Code Chingoo is rated higher. Cato's Hike Lite averages 3.9 out of 5 from 52 ratings, while Code Chingoo averages 4.8 from 8 ratings.

### Do Cato's Hike Lite or Code Chingoo have ads?

Code Chingoo shows ads; Cato's Hike Lite does not.

### Which is updated more often, Cato's Hike Lite or Code Chingoo?

Cato's Hike Lite ships an update every 29 months, and Code Chingoo every 3 weeks. Most recently, Cato's Hike Lite was updated on October 23, 2026 and Code Chingoo on October 11, 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.*