Comparison

MatataCode(Nous) vs PicoBricks GO

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

Head to head

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About

MatataCode(Nous)

Features

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MatataCode (for Nous) is programming software designed for the Nous AI Set, featuring Blockly and Python programming. Leveraging Nous's comprehensive hardware functions, children can program through AI, servos, camera, sensors, and screens to bring their creative projects to life. The software also includes a wealth of teaching cases and a help center to support educators and children, ensuring a quick and easy start to their programming journey.

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PicoBricks GO

Features

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PicoBricks Go! PicoBricks Go is a robot control software for smart devices. With this app, you can easily control PicoBricks robots using the official controller. Features: UI Design, User-Friendly Interface: Experience an easy-to-use interface. Enhanced Controllability, Easier STEM Learning: Control your robot effortlessly to perform tasks like operating motors or lighting up LEDs. Create Custom Robot Controllers with Graphical Programming: Unleash your creativity by graphical buttons to control your robot and LEDs. Supports PicoBricks Robots: Control PicoBricks robots including REX 8in1, BerryBot. Generic BLE Device Support: Use the app to control any DIY BLE-supported device you create. Support: Visit our official website for more information: www.picobricks.com Support email: support@picobricks.com Join our community forum for additional support: https://community.robotistan.com/

Screenshots

MatataCode(Nous)4 screens

PicoBricks GO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PicoBricks GO at 12.0 against MatataCode(Nous)'s 15.0. On price, update cadence, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MatataCode(Nous) ships an update every 3 months, PicoBricks GO every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level

MatataCode(Nous) versus PicoBricks GO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter	MatataCode(Nous)	PicoBricks GO
Price	Free	Free
Update frequency	Every 3 months — better	Every 4 months
Ads	No	No
In-app purchases	No	No
Devices	iPhone, iPad, iPod — better	iPhone, iPod
Requires iOS	15.0	12.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size	201 MB	38 MB
Age rating	4+	4+
Developer	MATATALAB CO.,LTD.	Robotistan

In-app purchases

None

MatataCode(Nous)

No in-app purchases

None

PicoBricks GO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MatataCode(Nous) free?

MatataCode(Nous) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Is PicoBricks GO free?

PicoBricks GO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Do MatataCode(Nous) or PicoBricks GO have ads?

Neither MatataCode(Nous) nor PicoBricks GO shows ads.

Which is updated more often, MatataCode(Nous) or PicoBricks GO?

MatataCode(Nous) ships an update every 3 months, and PicoBricks GO every 4 months. Most recently, MatataCode(Nous) was updated on October 30, 2026 and PicoBricks GO on October 7, 2026.