Comparison

ScratchJr vs TypeCode

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

Head to head
About

ScratchJr

This app enables graphical programming to control hardware via Bluetooth, allowing for two-way interaction between software and physical devices. Create interactive projects by programming hardware or controlling on-screen characters with physical inputs.

Highlights
  • Graphical programming interface
  • Bluetooth device connectivity
  • Hardware control via programming
  • On-screen character control via hardware
  • Two-way software-hardware interaction
Features
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图形化编程,通过蓝牙连接设备,可以通过编程控制硬件,也可以通过硬件控制舞台角色,实现软硬件双向互动。

About

TypeCode

Create your own apps and animations with an intuitive drag-and-drop interface. This platform supports multiple devices and fosters a global community for inspiration and support. Ideal for beginners and experienced developers alike, it simplifies the creative process without complex coding.

Highlights
  • Intuitive drag-and-drop interface
  • Create apps and animations
  • Supports multiple platforms
  • Global community support
  • No complex coding required
  • Beginner-friendly
Features
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《TypeCode》VIP服务概览 自动续费订阅 周期与费用:每月自动续费的VIP会员资格,订阅费用为每月6元。 服务协议:图形编程自动续费服务条款 一次性购买选项 1个月VIP:8元 3个月VIP:18元 1年VIP:68元 永久VIP:58元 支付与管理 支付方式:通过用户的iTunes账户进行支付,在用户确认购买后立即扣款。 取消续订:若不希望继续订阅,请提前至少24小时在iTunes/Apple ID设置中手动关闭自动续订功能。 续订说明:苹果iTunes会在当前订阅周期结束前24小时内自动扣费,确保订阅无缝延续。 重要链接 《TypeCode》VIP服务条款: https://aihumei.com/codeapp.html 苹果iTunes服务条款: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/minterms/ 隐私政策: https://aihumei.com/codehtml/privacypolicy.html 联系我们: https://www.aihumei.com/luke/contact.html《TypeCode》致力于提供一个简单易用、创意无限的学习平台。无论是初学者,无论您是编程新手还是有一定基础的开发者,都可以在这里通过直观的拖拽操作,轻松创建属于自己的应用和动画。我们支持多种平台,并拥有一个充满活力的全球社区,为您提供持续的支持和灵感。无需编写复杂代码,即可快速实现您的创意构想,享受高效便捷的开发乐趣。 立即体验TypeCode,让您的想法迅速成真!如果您有任何问题或建议,欢迎随时联系我们。

Screenshots

TypeCode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ScratchJr at 2.5 against TypeCode's 1.4. ScratchJr also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and review sentiment (50% vs 40%). TypeCode's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads 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. TypeCode sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. ScratchJr asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ScratchJr holds the better App Store score, 2.5 against 1.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 10 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of ScratchJr's written reviews are positive against 40% of TypeCode's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScratchJr ships an update every 2 months, TypeCode fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
ScratchJr versus TypeCode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScratchJrTypeCode
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (4 ratings) — better1.4 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings410 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS9.3 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size284 MB18 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperI Create Robot Technology Co., LTD俊杰 卢

Customer experience

ScratchJr

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%

TypeCode

All ratings8 ratings
Positive12.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative87.5%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral12.0%
Negative48.0%

In-app purchases

None

ScratchJr

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

TypeCode

Subscriptions1
  • 连续包月会员$0.991 Month
One-time4
  • 普通包月会员$0.99
  • 一次性包季$2.99
  • 永久有效会员$7.99
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  • 一次性普通包年会员$9.99

Questions

Is ScratchJr free?
ScratchJr is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TypeCode free?
TypeCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ScratchJr or TypeCode?
ScratchJr is rated higher. ScratchJr averages 2.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while TypeCode averages 1.4 from 10 ratings.
Do ScratchJr or TypeCode have ads?
Neither ScratchJr nor TypeCode shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ScratchJr or TypeCode?
ScratchJr ships an update every 2 months, and TypeCode fortnightly. Most recently, ScratchJr was updated on October 13, 2026 and TypeCode on October 21, 2026.

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