StartDOT Handwriting vs Peekaboo Plunk
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
StartDOT Handwriting
This app offers a virtual handwriting workbook for children aged 3-7 and those with special needs. It uses engaging pictures and stories to teach letter and number formation through proven learning methods, with adjustable settings for progressive difficulty.
- Virtual handwriting workbook
- Teaches letter and number formation
- Engaging pictures and stories
- Proven learning methods
- Adjustable difficulty settings
- Progress monitoring
- Worksheet downloads
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**TOP 10 APPS FOR KIDS** Cool Mom Tech Smart Apps for Kids: TOP PICK ... 5 Star Handwriting App! Teachers with Apps CERTIFIED! "A beautifully crafted app, a true treasure!" Appy Mall - "This is an essential app!", "Highly recommended" The iMums - 5 Stars ... "a handwriting program that works!" New & Noteworthy Kids Apps 2014 KNOW What’s Inside™ Member: Best Practices for Kids’ Apps So much more than a tracing app... A virtual handwriting workbook, perfect for in-person or asynchronous learning. Unforgettable pictures and stories help children learn how to write their letters and numbers in a fun, new way! (ages 3-7 & special needs) Developed by an occupational therapist with over 26 years of experience working with handwriting for young children and children with special needs. OVERVIEW All the depth of a classroom experience, in your own home, with the fun and simplicity of the digital environment. Proven learning methods combined in an app that truly teaches letter and number formation! FEATURES ~ Wide error range for beginners ~ Free worksheet downloads on our website www.startdothandwriting.com/free-downloads ~ 2 Learning Orders: Kinesthetic (guided) or Alphabetic (free choice) ~ Rainbow Letters to increase accuracy ~ Look-Back Progress Monitoring: All handwriting samples saved for all users! ~ Adjustable settings increase difficulty ~ Two writing screens: Learning and Practice ~ Unique teaching method and concepts simplifies learning. ~ Striking graphics combine with gentle teaching voice BEST FOR ... ~ Ages 3-6, and 6+ children with developmental delays ~ Casual home use, preschool, kindergarten, first grade, home school, therapy PRIVACY TrishCo takes privacy and security matters seriously, and wishes to inform all users of the StartDOT application, whether parents, professionals, community members or our most important audience - our hardworking kids, of our privacy practices. We encourage you to review our policy at www.startdothandwriting.com/privacy.
Peekaboo Plunk
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Welcome to Peekaboo Plunk, a delightful and engaging game designed especially for toddlers, preschoolers, and babies! Watch adorable animals drop down a colorful Galton board filled with pegs, bouncing and giggling along the way, until they land in their special pens. Every play is a fun surprise – full of laughter, learning, and excitement! This simple yet entertaining app is created with little ones in mind, combining playful animations, cute sounds, and interactive surprises to spark joy while helping kids develop coordination, attention, and problem-solving skills. Key Features: - Adorable Animal Friends – Drop friendly animals like cows, dogs, cats, sheep, and more into the Galton board. Each one makes fun sounds and silly reactions as they fall. - Colorful Board – A lively peg-filled board that changes each time, keeping kids curious and engaged. - Surprise Endings – Animals land in their matching pens, but sometimes they take funny detours, creating giggles and excitement! - Safe for Toddlers – No complicated controls. Just tap and drop the animal into the board or watch the animals drop automatically - Encourages Learning – Helps develop hand-eye coordination, object tracking, color recognition, and cause-and-effect understanding. - Soothing Sounds & Music – Friendly background music and playful sound effects designed to delight but never overwhelm. - Small Interactions – Watch for silly animations like bouncing animals, cheerful sparkles, or little surprises when kids tap the screen. - Replayable Fun – Every drop is different, making it endlessly entertaining for little explorers. Brianne Baker's Artistic Magic: Every delightful gift springs from the creative vision of renowned children's artist Brianne Baker, whose distinctive illustrations have shaped joyful childhood experiences for an entire generation. Her intuitive understanding of what captivates young minds transforms simple present-opening into moments of pure wonder and discovery. From Our Small, Passionate Team: Handcrafted with love by Peekaboo Interactive Games, an independent studio dedicated exclusively to meaningful children's technology. Every review matters deeply to our small team of educators, artists, and developers who pour heart into each creation. For more on our privacy commitment, visit peekaboointeractive.com/privacy Support & Community: Questions? Contact support@peekaboointeractive.com—we personally respond to every message. If Peekaboo Plunk delights your child or students, please honor us with an App Store review. Each rating helps other families discover our privacy-respecting educational tools.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Peekaboo Plunk at $1.99 against StartDOT Handwriting's $4.99. Peekaboo Plunk also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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
StartDOT Handwriting costs $4.99 and Peekaboo Plunk $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | StartDOT Handwriting | Peekaboo Plunk |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | $1.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.7 (11 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 90.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 43 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 105 MB | 127 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TrishCO LLC | BHHC LLC |
In-app purchases
StartDOT Handwriting
No in-app purchases
Peekaboo Plunk
No in-app purchases
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