Comparison

Cretapedia vs Sam

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

Sam

This app offers animated Bible stories for children, designed to teach faith and values in a safe, engaging environment. It provides a curated selection of stories from across the Bible, with previews for parents and options to save favorites for regular use.

Highlights
  • Animated Bible stories
  • Stories from every book of the Bible
  • Parent previews
  • Ad-free environment
  • Save favorite stories
  • Safe content for children
Features
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Are you looking for safe, meaningful screen time for your child? With Sam - Bible Chat Kids, your little ones can enjoy beautiful animated Bible stories that make learning about God fun, engaging, and unforgettable. Instead of endless cartoons or games, give your kids stories that: - Teach faith and values - Bring God’s Word to life - Keep them engaged and learning Features Parents Love. As parents, we all want screen time to be safe, meaningful, and uplifting. That’s why we created Sam - Bible Chat Kids: 1. Stories from Every Book of the Bible Help your child discover the entire Bible - from Genesis to Revelation - through age-appropriate stories. 2. Multiple Stories in Each Book Your child won’t just watch one story… they’ll enjoy a whole collection, keeping them excited and curious. 3. Clear Previews for Parents Know exactly what each story teaches before your child presses play. 4. Beautiful Animated Videos High-quality, colorful animations capture kids’ attention while teaching truth. 5. Favorites for Bedtime & Family Time Easily save and replay your child’s favorite stories for daily routines and shared moments. 6. Safe, Ad-Free Environment No ads. No distractions. Just meaningful stories in a safe space. Sam – Bible Chat Kids is carefully created for children at every stage of early learning. Preschoolers can enjoy the simple animations and easy-to-follow stories, while early readers can begin connecting words and lessons. Why Families Choose Sam: - Safe, wholesome content you can trust - Turns screen time into faith time - Helps children grow in God’s Word - Perfect for bedtime routines, quiet time, car rides, and Sunday mornings Don’t settle for random videos or games. Give your child stories with purpose, values, and faith - and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with it. Download Sam – Bible Chat Kids today and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing your child’s stories are safe, fun, and full of God’s truth. Experience More with Premium: Unlock unlimited stories, full access to every feature. Start with a FREE 7-day trial, then choose our yearly plan at $59.99 or opt for extended plans for greater savings. Privacy Policy & Terms and Conditions: https://www.biblechatkids.com/privacy-policy/ https://www.biblechatkids.com/terms-and-conditions/

Screenshots

Cretapedia4 screens
Sam4 screens

Verdict

The call

Cretapedia and Sam both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 44% of Cretapedia's written reviews are positive against 6% of Sam's. Cretapedia also leads on ratings volume (1.7K vs 263) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Sam's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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 Sam sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Cretapedia against 4.7 for Sam. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cretapedia has 1.7K ratings behind it against 263, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 44% of Cretapedia's written reviews are positive against 6% of Sam's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cretapedia ships an update monthly, Sam every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Cretapedia versus Sam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCretapediaSam
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.7K ratings)4.7 (263 ratings) — better
Positive reviews43.7% of reviews — better6.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1.7K — better263
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size227 MB120 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperAMAZING EDTECH PTE. LTD.Book Vitals Inc.

Customer experience

Cretapedia

All ratings1,718 ratings
Positive89.4%
Neutral4.1%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews71 reviews
Positive43.7%
Neutral7.0%
Negative49.3%

Sam

All ratings263 ratings
Positive94.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive6.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative93.8%

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

Sam

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
6 purchases

Sam

Subscriptions6
  • BibleChatKids - Weekly - Trial7 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • BibleChatKids - Monthly - Trial7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • BibleChatKids - Yearly - Trial7 Days trial$59.991 Year
Show 3 more
  • BibleChatKids - Yearly - Offer1 Month trial$59.991 Year
  • Unlimited access to Sam$79.991 Year
  • Unlimited access to Sam1 Year trial$127.991 Year

Questions

Is Cretapedia free?
Cretapedia is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sam free?
Sam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cretapedia or Sam?
Sam is rated higher. Cretapedia averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while Sam averages 4.7 from 263 ratings.
Do Cretapedia or Sam have ads?
Neither Cretapedia nor Sam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cretapedia or Sam?
Cretapedia ships an update monthly, and Sam every 3 days. Most recently, Cretapedia was updated on September 21, 2026 and Sam on September 25, 2026.

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