# SplashLearn vs Pango Kids

The clearest difference is monetization model: SplashLearn at free with in-app purchases against Pango Kids's subscription. SplashLearn also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (32K vs 894). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SplashLearn sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Pango Kids sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for SplashLearn against 4.4 for Pango Kids. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SplashLearn has 32K ratings behind it against 894, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of SplashLearn's written reviews are positive against 61% of Pango Kids's.

SplashLearn ships an update every 2 weeks, Pango Kids every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SplashLearn | Pango Kids |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splashlearn-learning-games/id672658828/reviews)** | [4.4 (894 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pango-kids-learning-games-plus-3/id1077267189/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **32K** | 894 |
| Positive reviews | **74.2% of reviews** | 61.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#63** | — |
| Size | 497 MB | 1.1 GB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [StudyPad, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/432105528) | [Studio Pango](https://appshunter.io/developer/738679705) |

## What reviewers say

### SplashLearn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splashlearn-learning-games/id672658828)

**Currently charting:** #63 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

This app offers curriculum-aligned math and reading lessons for children aged 2-11 through interactive games, books, and activities. It adapts to each child's learning level, providing personalized support and challenges to build foundational skills and confidence.

**Highlights:** Curriculum-aligned math and reading lessons, Interactive learning games and activities, Personalized learning paths, Progress tracking for parents, 4000+ games, books, and challenges, Safe, ad-free environment

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SplashLearn Membership Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| SplashLearn Membership Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| SplashLearn Membership Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| SplashLearn Membership Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| SplashLearn Solo - Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| SplashLearn Membership 3-Month | $23.99 | per 3 months |
| SplashLearn Membership Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| SplashLearn Solo - Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| SplashLearn Membership Yearly | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and engaging learning experience
- 💡 Effective for reinforcing math and reading skills
- 🚀 Constant updates and progress reports
- 👍 Motivating reward system with coins and achievements
- 💡 Personalized learning paths and curriculum

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Technical issues like crashes, freezing, and loading problems
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Difficulty canceling subscription
- 🤔 Limited free access, forces paid subscription
- 🤔 Repetitive content and lack of variety in some areas

**Reported bugs**

- Progress not saving properly
- Incorrect answers being marked as correct
- Profiles not working or logging out unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- More advanced content for higher grade levels
- Option to turn off answers and allow more time for students
- Improved sync between app and web versions
- Better customer support and responsiveness


### Pango Kids

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pango-kids-learning-games-plus-3/id1077267189)

Explore interactive stories and logic games designed for young children. This app fosters creativity, imagination, and problem-solving skills through playful exploration and gentle challenges, all within a safe and ad-free environment.

**Highlights:** Interactive stories, Logic mini-games, Puzzles and sorting activities, Connect-the-dots challenges, Develops logic and fine motor skills, Fosters creativity and independence

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Fox Firefighter | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bunny Ice cream | $1.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Merry Christmas | $1.99 | one-time |
| Squirrel Farm | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pango Halloween | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bunny Chinese New Year | $1.99 | one-time |
| Squirrel on a bike | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bundle Full Version | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💕 Childhood
- 🎉 Pango Storytime
- 🎨 Logic & Fun Combined!
- 🧠 Wholesome Learning!
- 🧒 Pango Magic for My Tot!

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Hate
- 💸 TO EXPENSIVE 💀💀💀
- 💰 $189.99 for unlimited access? No! I don't have that kind of money
- 🔒 PLS MAKE EVERYTHING FREEE!!!!!
- 💸 False Free Trial

**Reported bugs**

- Something needs fixed.
- I am so confused.
- Won't work!
- All my in app purchases have been deleted. How do I get them back this is my daughters favorite game. I've bought all the stories and she was playing them and they just stopped working.
- Paid $12 to unlock all but everything is still locked. Rip off. Dont buy. There is no way to contact developers

**Requested features**

- Make & add 48 more stories based on the game "Pango Comics"
- Please add more books
- Please more stories! :)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SplashLearn free?

SplashLearn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Pango Kids free?

Pango Kids is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SplashLearn or Pango Kids?

SplashLearn is rated higher. SplashLearn averages 4.5 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while Pango Kids averages 4.4 from 894 ratings.

### Do SplashLearn or Pango Kids have ads?

Neither SplashLearn nor Pango Kids shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SplashLearn or Pango Kids?

SplashLearn ships an update every 2 weeks, and Pango Kids every 6 weeks. Most recently, SplashLearn was updated on October 29, 2026 and Pango Kids on October 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*