Comparison

Cretapedia vs SciQuest

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

Head to head
About

Cretapedia

An ad-free educational app for children aged 5-12, offering engaging science lessons through interactive 3D animations and fun quizzes. It covers over 20 topics, fostering curiosity and developing critical thinking skills in a playful, story-driven environment.

Highlights
  • 20+ science topics
  • Bite-sized lessons
  • Fun quizzes
  • 3D animations
  • Interactive models
  • Develops critical thinking
  • Story-driven content
Features
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Smarter screen time! A safe, ad-free space where kids 5–12 can explore science with confidence. 1. Discover Fascinating Topics From animals to space, 20+ fascinating topics that spark curiosity Bite-sized lessons make even complex ideas easy to grasp Fun quizzes keep kids motivated and proud of progress 2. See Learning Come Alive Stunning 3D animations bring abstract concepts to life Interactive models let kids zoom, rotate, and explore in detail 3. Grow Future-Ready Skills Boost focus, memory, and observation through exploration Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity Strengthen imagination and curiosity—the foundation of lifelong learning 4. Learning that Feels Like Play Story-driven content keeps kids engaged start to finish Gamified progress makes learning fun, not forced Every session feels like an adventure, not a lecture Current Courses Available: Biology & Health: Human Body, Microorganisms Earth & Space Sciences: Rocks and Minerals, Weather and Climate, Space, Landforms Physical Sciences: Physics, Chemistry Animals & Plants: Dinosaurs, Fish, Insects, Birds, Plants, Marine Animals, Mammals, Amphibians, African Animals, Paleozoic Animals Engineering & Technology: Great Inventions, Machines History & Social Sciences: Ancient Civilizations, European Civilization, Chinese Architecture Coming Soon: Math Is Fun, Mushrooms, Forest Animals, Mars, Air and Space, Transportation, Agriculture, Toxic Creatures, Brain Science, Diseases, Reptiles, and more! READY TO EXPLORE? Spark your child’s curiosity and ignite a lifelong love of science. Download Cretapedia today and start their adventure into the wonders of the natural world! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeul

About

SciQuest

Features
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The ultimate science video streaming app. Explore a collection of videos covering various fields of science. From of black holes and quantum computing to the journeys of NASA's Parker Solar Probe and the James Webb Space Telescope. Fields of Science Covered: • Astronomy & Space Science: Enjoy videos on Mars, black holes, the James Webb Space Telescope, and more. • Physics: Watch videos on quantum computing, the Higgs Boson, and the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy. • Environmental Science: Covering the impact of climate change and the importance of preserving our planet. • Biology: Learn about fascinating creatures like tardigrades, zombie ants, and the deadliest animals on Earth. • Technology & Innovation: Stay updated on the latest advancements in computing, AI, and medical technology. Subscription Details:  SciQuest Monthly/Annual Subscription.  A subscription fee of $9.99 per month or 99.99 per year will be charged to your credit card via your iTunes account.  Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.  Once activated, the subscription cannot be canceled for the current billing cycle.You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime through your iTunes account settings. For further assistance, please contact our support team at: contact@appsfornexus.com Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: https://appsfornexus.com/terms-use-privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Cretapedia4 screens
SciQuest4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Cretapedia at none against SciQuest's shown. Cretapedia also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. Cretapedia sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $13.99 per month and SciQuest sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cretapedia ships an update monthly, SciQuest every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Cretapedia versus SciQuest: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCretapediaSciQuest
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.7K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews43.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.7K — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size227 MB10 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAMAZING EDTECH PTE. LTD.AppsForNexus SMC Private Limited

Bugs and requests

Cretapedia

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Subscription issues and inability to access paid content
  • App closing during sign-up process
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more dinosaur content and battles
  • Improve quiz and review features
  • Offer a more affordable subscription model
  • Provide a neutral perspective on religious topics

SciQuest

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Cretapedia

Subscriptions7
  • MONTHLY-30 DAYS FREE1 Month trial$13.991 Month
  • MONTHLY-7 DAYS FREE7 Days trial$13.991 Month
  • MONTHLY-BASIC$13.991 Month
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  • YEARLY-PROMOTION1 Year trial$119.991 Year
  • YEARLY-PROMOTION2 variants$119.991 Year
  • YEARLY-BASIC$119.991 Year
  • YEARLY-7 DAYS FREE7 Days trial$119.991 Year
One-time3
  • Ccoin$10.00
  • Ccoins$20.00
  • Ccoins$50.00
2 purchases

SciQuest

Subscriptions2
  • SciQuest Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • SciQuest Annual Subscription$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Cretapedia free?
Cretapedia is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SciQuest free?
SciQuest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Cretapedia or SciQuest have ads?
SciQuest shows ads; Cretapedia does not.
Which is updated more often, Cretapedia or SciQuest?
Cretapedia ships an update monthly, and SciQuest every 6 weeks. Most recently, Cretapedia was updated on October 2, 2026 and SciQuest on September 22, 2026.

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