Comparison

KidCoding vs 卡片编程(PlaycodeCard)

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

Head to head
About

KidCoding

This app offers a progressive programming education for children and teens, starting with visual block-based coding and advancing to professional multi-language environments. It focuses on developing logical thinking and creativity through interactive projects, with features for file management and parental controls.

Highlights
  • Multi-level programming platforms (ScratchJr, Scratch, Multi-Language)
  • Graphical block-based coding
  • File management and wireless transfer
  • Code editor with syntax highlighting
  • Parental controls and child privacy
  • Supports 12 languages
  • Offline learning
Features
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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

About

卡片编程(PlaycodeCard)

Features
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【产品特点】 1.扫码识别编程卡片,自动生成程序指令 2.场景闯关:前进、左转、跳跃、循环等指令驱动角色完成任务 3.完善的多套课程体系、搭建示例与示例程序(数学思维、无人机、安全教育等) 4.比赛 / 竞技模式,检验编程与逻辑思维 5.图形化代码块预览与编辑,所见即所得

Screenshots

KidCoding4 screens
卡片编程(PlaycodeCard)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 卡片编程(PlaycodeCard) at none against KidCoding's 3. On price, ads, device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. KidCoding sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. 卡片编程(PlaycodeCard) asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
KidCoding versus 卡片编程(PlaycodeCard): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKidCoding卡片编程(PlaycodeCard)
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size179 MB116 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShanghai Dazhuo Information Technology Co., Ltd.厦门牙牙信息科技有限公司

In-app purchases

3 purchases

KidCoding

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Membership3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Monthly Membership3 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Annual Membership3 Days trial$29.991 Year
None

卡片编程(PlaycodeCard)

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KidCoding free?
KidCoding is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 卡片编程(PlaycodeCard) free?
卡片编程(PlaycodeCard) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do KidCoding or 卡片编程(PlaycodeCard) have ads?
Neither KidCoding nor 卡片编程(PlaycodeCard) shows ads.

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