# SideMe vs StudyBuddy

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: StudyBuddy at none against SideMe's 9. StudyBuddy also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). SideMe's advantage is ratings volume (270 vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SideMe sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. StudyBuddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

StudyBuddy holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SideMe has 270 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | SideMe | StudyBuddy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (270 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sideme-learn-coding/id6743945588/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studybuddy-focus-timer/id6774298657/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **270** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 67.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 145 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [JASON TIM TRISTAN PRADEAU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1702944813) | [Maruti Kampli](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896761450) |

## What reviewers say

### SideMe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sideme-learn-coding/id6743945588)

Learn coding through a fun, gamified experience. Master Python and other programming topics with interactive lessons, bug-fixing challenges, and project-based learning. Earn rewards and unlock content as you progress.

**Highlights:** Gamified learning path, Interactive lesson levels, Bug detection and fixing, Project creation, XP and reward system, Short, efficient sessions

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Super SideMe (monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Super SideMe (monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Super SideMe (yearly) | $59.99 | per year |
| Super SideMe (yearly) | $59.99 | per year |
| Easy Starter Gems Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gems chest (200) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gems chest (450) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gems chest (950) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Boost Starter Gems Pack | $5.99 | one-time |


### StudyBuddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studybuddy-focus-timer/id6774298657)

This app uses a virtual companion to help children aged 4-10 focus during homework. It features animated characters, customizable timers, ambient music, and positive reinforcement to make studying more engaging and less intimidating.

**Highlights:** Virtual study buddies, Customizable timers, Ambient background music, Day streak tracker, Parental controls, Screen stays on during sessions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SideMe free?

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

### Is StudyBuddy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SideMe or StudyBuddy?

StudyBuddy is rated higher. SideMe averages 4.6 out of 5 from 270 ratings, while StudyBuddy averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do SideMe or StudyBuddy have ads?

Neither SideMe nor StudyBuddy shows ads.

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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.*