Blockio App vs KidCoding
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Blockio App
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The AI Tambot is an educational robot capable of AI coding learning. It is an intelligent educational robot equipped with an AI, machine learning, and deep learning algorithm-powered intelligent module (MCU) that has been independently developed and patented for AI software coding education. Designed for elementary, middle, and high school students, this educational robot enables AIoT coding learning by combining artificial intelligence with electronic sensors. Through block coding and Python coding, even beginners can easily and objectively experience AI coding education.
KidCoding
This app teaches children programming through graphical blocks and playful lessons, fostering logic and thinking skills. It integrates ScratchJr, Scratch, and advanced multi-language coding, offering over 500 sample projects for hands-on learning. Designed for various age groups, it ensures a safe and offline coding experience.
- Graphical programming platforms by age
- Advanced multi-language coding environment
- Extensive library of sample projects
- Offline functionality
- Parental controls and privacy protection
- WiFi and WebDAV file transfer
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KidCoding is a programming learning app made for children. With graphical blocks and playful lessons, it helps kids build programming thinking and logic skills from an early age. It brings together three platforms - ScratchJr, Scratch and CodeSnippet (multi-language coding) - plus 500+ sample projects you can open and learn from. Kids learn by doing and grow by creating. Works on iPhone, iPad and Mac. Key Features 1. Graphical platforms by age - ScratchJr (ages 5-7): A graphical tool made for young children. Simple blocks teach sequencing, loops and events. - Scratch (ages 8-16): A full platform for tweens and teens. Create animations, stories, music and interactive projects. 2. CodeSnippet advanced coding (16+) - Hundreds of programming languages in a professional-grade environment - Professional code editing and debugging - Syntax highlighting, multiple editor themes, snippet management - OCR code recognition: read code from photos and images - Run code locally with real-time execution 3. 500+ sample projects - A large built-in library of Scratch and ScratchJr projects - open one and start learning - Import .sjr, .sb, .sb2 and .sb3 project files 4. Files and transfer - Local file management, so work stays on your device - WiFi transfer: move files from a computer browser - WebDAV transfer: a more professional way to manage files 5. Safety and parental control - Parent verification: a math check confirms it is a parent, not a child - Optional 30-minute verification skip - Child privacy protection: COPPA-compliant, no personal information collected from children, with a dedicated children's privacy policy 6. Works offline - Fully usable offline, no internet needed - All data stored locally for privacy Who it is for - Ages 5-7: discover programming with ScratchJr - Ages 8-16: create your own projects with Scratch - 16+: learn professional coding with CodeSnippet - Parents and teachers: guide learning with parental controls Make learning to code simple and fun, and grow the next generation's digital creativity! ►Unlimited Access Membership Subscription - With this subscription, you can access all features in the application without restrictions. - Subscription charges depend specifically on the selected subscription plan. - When you confirm the purchase, your iTunes account will be charged. - You can turn off auto-renewal 24 hours before the current subscription ends, otherwise it will auto-renew. - The subscription fee will be deducted from your account 24 hours before the current subscription ends, depending on the package you choose. Privacy Policy: http://www.dazhuogroup.com/kidcoding/privacy_statement_en.php Terms of Use: http://www.dazhuogroup.com/kidcoding/terms_of_use_en.php
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Blockio App at none against KidCoding's 3. Blockio App also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. KidCoding sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Blockio App asks for nothing beyond the download.
Blockio App ships an update every 10 days, KidCoding every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Blockio App | KidCoding |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 671 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 창의융합과학 | Shanghai Dazhuo Information Technology Co., Ltd. |
In-app purchases
Blockio App
No in-app purchases
KidCoding
- Weekly Membership3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Monthly Membership3 Days trial$7.991 Month
- Annual Membership3 Days trial$29.991 Year









