Comparison

Human Biology Basics vs Codon

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

Head to head
About

Human Biology Basics

Features
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Human Biology Basics is an independent study app for learners who want clear, focused practice in core life science concepts. It is designed for beginners, students reviewing a course, and anyone who wants to strengthen practical understanding before a quiz, class test, or self-study milestone. Practice across four topic categories: - Fundamentals - Practical Skills - Common Pitfalls - Advanced Concepts Key features: - 160 Human Biology Basics practice questions - Every question includes an explanation - Spaced repetition using FSRS-style intervals - Weak-point heatmap to show what needs review - Daily challenge for consistent study - Mock exams for timed practice - Offline practice with no login required Use quick sessions to review facts, or run longer mock exams to test recall under pressure. The app helps you identify weak areas and return to them with targeted repetition. Independent study app for Human Biology Basics practice. Not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any company, certification body, exam operator, or vendor. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Practice offline, no login required.

About

Codon

Master biology from molecules to ecosystems with a comprehensive, offline curriculum. Explore 100 lessons, researcher profiles, and landmark experiments. Learn mechanisms and track progress with spaced repetition and interactive quizzes.

Highlights
  • Offline biology curriculum
  • 100 lessons with narration
  • Researcher profiles
  • Interactive quizzes with explanations
  • Spaced repetition learning
  • Offline access, no account needed
  • Home screen widgets
Features
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Codon is a structured biology study course with 100 lessons covering cells and molecules, inheritance, evolution, ecology, organisms and physiology. It teaches mechanisms and evidence without presenting the course as a university degree or medical advice. WHAT IS INSIDE 100 lessons with estimated reading times and on-device narration 82 researcher profiles 735 glossary entries 20 quizzes with answer explanations 18 landmark experiments Spaced-review flashcards, bookmarks and notes Three Home Screen widgets: a source idea, a term and a figure FREE AND FULL ACCESS The first ten lessons are free. A one-time Full Access purchase opens the other 90 lessons. The current price for your App Store region is shown in the app before purchase. No subscription or app account is required. OFFLINE STUDY Lessons, profiles, glossary entries, quizzes and case studies are bundled for offline reading. Loading a purchase, buying or restoring Full Access, and opening external reference or support links may require a network connection.

Screenshots

Human Biology Basics4 screens
Codon3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Human Biology Basics at none against Codon's 1. Human Biology Basics also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Codon's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Codon sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Human Biology Basics asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Human Biology Basics versus Codon: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHuman Biology BasicsCodon
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Monthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB6 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAFTW LLCOMAR DANIEL GRAZIANO

In-app purchases

None

Human Biology Basics

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Codon

One-time1
  • Codon Full Access$9.99

Questions

Is Human Biology Basics free?
Human Biology Basics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Codon free?
Codon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Human Biology Basics or Codon have ads?
Human Biology Basics shows ads; Codon does not.

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