MiniMates vs leARn
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MiniMates
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Turn screen time into smart learning time! MiniMates is a safe, ad-free learning app designed for toddlers, preschoolers, and early learners. Built for iPhone and iPad, it transforms everyday screen time into fun, interactive education. With simple tap-based activities, kids can learn independently while parents enjoy complete peace of mind. WHY PARENTS LOVE MINIMATES: • 100% Ad-Free & Safe – No ads, no distractions, no tracking • Kid-Safe Environment – Protected with a secure parental gate • Easy Touch Controls – Designed for small hands and simple navigation • Learn Anywhere – Perfect for home, travel, or quiet time WHAT KIDS WILL LEARN: • ABC & Phonics – Letters, sounds, and early reading skills • Numbers & Math – Counting, number recognition, and basics • Shapes & Colors – Visual learning and identification • Logic & Thinking – Matching, puzzles, and cognitive skills • Focus & Attention – Calm, distraction-free activities MiniMates encourages independent learning through fun, engaging games that build real skills. Try it for free with selected activities. Unlock the full learning experience with a premium subscription. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS: • Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Payment is charged to your Apple ID at purchase confirmation • Renewal is charged within 24 hours before the current period ends • Manage or cancel anytime in Apple ID settings Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/hasstech/home
leARn
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leARn is a language learning app for kids ages 3 to 8, built around augmented reality. Scan a card and a 3D animal, letter or number appears on your table. Your child hears the word, says it out loud and sees how close the match is. LEARN 7 LANGUAGES English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian and Turkish, with speech recognition that gives instant feedback on pronunciation. The app itself is available in 28 languages, so parents can use it in their own. WHAT'S INSIDE • 3D animals in AR: meet 40+ animals and place them on your floor. Learn their names, sounds and habitats. • Letters and phonics: trace letters, hear their sounds and link each one to a 3D object. • Math: numbers 0 to 9, counting and simple addition with number cards. • Shapes: turn cubes, spheres and cones around in 3D. • Space: explore the planets in 3D. • Word puzzles: find the missing letter with your cards and complete the word. • AI stories: pick a hero, a place and a theme. AI writes an illustrated story and reads it aloud. • Speaking practice: listen, repeat and see your match score. • More to play: memory game, drawing and coloring, an endless runner, daily tasks and rewards. AR CARDS 110+ cards for animals, letters, numbers, shapes, colors and actions. Cards come in the leARn box or by email, ready to print at home. Many AR activities also work without cards. MADE FOR FAMILIES • No ads • Daily play time limits set by parents • Weekly progress reports • A separate profile for each child SUBSCRIPTION You can start with limited content. A premium subscription unlocks all modules and features. Plans and prices are shown in the app before you buy. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://learnkids.ai/terms Privacy Policy: https://learnkids.ai/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MiniMates at every 2 months against leARn's every 6 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. MiniMates sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and leARn sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
MiniMates ships an update every 2 months, leARn every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MiniMates | leARn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 116 MB | 436 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Muhammad Wajih Ul Hassan | USTEQ TEKNOLOJI A.S. |
In-app purchases
MiniMates
- MiniMates Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
- MiniMates Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
leARn
- leARn Premium Weekly3 Days trial$1.997 Days
- leARn Premium Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- leARn Premium 3 Months7 Days trial$12.993 Months
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- leARn Premium Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year









