Tynker vs Code Karts
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Tynker
This app offers a fun and engaging platform for children to learn coding and artificial intelligence. It guides them from visual block coding to text-based languages like Python and JavaScript, with opportunities to mod Minecraft and create AR apps.
- Block-to-text coding transition
- AI and Machine Learning basics
- Minecraft modding and creation
- Augmented Reality (AR) app development
- Coding tutorials and game building
- Robotics programming
Read full descriptionHide full description
TYNKER: THE #1 CODING & AI APP FOR KIDS Empower your child’s future with the world’s most advanced coding platform. Tynker makes learning to code an adventure. From building their first game to mastering AI and Python, our award-winning curriculum is used by over 100 million children and 150,000+ schools worldwide. Whether your child is a complete beginner or an aspiring developer, Tynker provides the tools to turn screen time into creative time. WHY CHOOSE TYNKER? * Block-to-Text Transition: Start with intuitive visual blocks and move to Python, Swift, JavaScript and Java. * AI-Ready Learning: Explore the basics of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. * Minecraft modding, mobs, skins, items * Official Partnerships: Exclusive coding paths featuring Barbie™, LEGO®, and Minecraft. * Cross-Platform: One subscription unlocks full access on iPad, iPhone, and Web. KEY FEATURES * 200+ Coding Tutorials Solve puzzles and build multi-level games while learning logic and sequencing. Master loops, variables, and functions through interactive play. Create Augmented Reality (AR) apps that bring code into the real world. * Minecraft Modding (iPad Exclusive) Design custom skins, mobs, and blocks with ease. Use code to build instant structures or change mob behaviors. Deploy your mods directly to Minecraft for endless play. * Crystal Clash: Coding Arenas The ultimate "Code-to-Win" battles! Write scripts to cast spells, avoid obstacles, and outsmart opponents in a real-time arena. * Robotics & Physical Computing Program LEGO® WeDo, and micro:bit. TRUSTED BY EXPERTS Apple: Selected for the "Everyone Can Code" program. Parents’ Choice: Gold Award Winner. Common Sense Media: 5-Star Rating for Engagement. USA Today: Rated “Best for ages 8-14.” PRIVACY TERMS Privacy Policy: https://www.tynker.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.tynker.com/terms Start your child's coding journey today. What will they create?
Code Karts
This app introduces children aged 4 and up to pre-coding concepts through engaging logic puzzles presented as a raceway. It teaches fundamental coding principles and problem-solving skills through interactive gameplay, including counting in binary.
- Pre-coding logic puzzles
- Learn to count in binary
- Develop sequencing and problem-solving
- Over 70 levels
- Two game modes
- Intuitive UI for young children
Read full descriptionHide full description
Ready, Set, Code! Code Karts introduces pre-coding to children from the age of 4 through a series of logical puzzles presented in the form of a raceway. What’s more, it teaches kids the fundamentals of code while they race! New in version 4.0: Learn to count in binary with 5 new games! Kids will learn to count like a computer using only 0 and 1 numerals. These activities will sharpen their problem-solving skills and develop their understanding of the decimal system. With over 70 levels, a variety of puzzling obstacles, and two different game modes, there’s no shortage of educational content for kids to enjoy. In Code Karts, the objective is to use direction bricks to get the race car to the finish line. Through careful observation of the track ahead and some logical thinking, kids will quickly pick up on solutions to more and more difficult puzzles and will begin to absorb key elements of code-based thinking. For example, one of the obstacles, the switch, represents “if-then” statements, one of the most common programming tools. While there are a number of games that aim to teach children the fundamentals of code, we’ve found that they are often too difficult to truly educate their intended audience. Code Karts aims to teach the youngest of children the fundamentals of code, allowing them a deeper and more immediate understanding once they become old enough to actually begin writing code themselves. FEATURES: - 2 modes: Classic or Competition (race against the device) - Very intuitive User Interface for children from age 4 - Develop sequencing, problem solving and logic - 70+ levels - 21 languages In our technology-driven world, programming is becoming more and more of a vital skill. It’s a proven fact that the earlier you are introduced to something, the more likely you are to be able to master it as you learn. The same applies to code! By introducing kids to code at a young age, you can ensure that they get a head start in the fascinating realm of computer technology. And what’s a better way to introduce them than through Code Karts, our fun and engaging educational game! About EDOKI ACADEMY We founded EDOKI ACADEMY to bring our classroom experience with hundreds of children to the Digital world of tablets. As certified teachers, our aim is to develop a range of truly educational as well as beautiful apps based on the Montessori Method. All our apps can be used at home or in class. They can also be used by speech therapists. We are proud winners of several Awards from the Parent's Choice Foundation and Common Sense Media. For any support, please contact us on support@edokiacademy.com. PRIVACY POLICY We take personal data protection very seriously. We do not collect or share personal information about your child. You can read our privacy policy here: https://www.edokiacademy.com/en/privacy-policy/ CONNECT WITH US! If you have any support requests, comments, or questions do not hesitate to contact us at support@edokiacademy.com or visit the Edoki Academy Online Community at edokiacademy.com. We’d love to hear from you!
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Tynker at 4.6 against Code Karts's 3.8. Tynker also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (18K vs 147). Code Karts's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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. Tynker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month and Code Karts sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Tynker holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tynker has 18K ratings behind it against 147, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 56% of Tynker's written reviews are positive against 61% of Code Karts's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Tynker ships an update every 3 weeks, Code Karts every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Tynker | Code Karts |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (18K ratings) — better | 3.8 (147 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 56.1% of reviews | 61.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 18K — better | 147 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 153 MB | 260 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tynker | EDOKI ACADEMY |
Customer experience
Tynker
Code Karts
User reviews
Tynker
From 18K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Coding made fun
- 👍 Great for learning
- 🎨 Customizable Minecraft mods
- 💡 Potential for more features
Room to improve
- 🔒 Paywall for full access
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🤔 Limited Minecraft functionality
- ⏱️ Slow project publishing
Code Karts
From 147 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Great introduction to coding
- 👍 Fun and engaging for kids
- 👍 Good for logic and sequencing
- 👍 Quick customer support
- 👍 No ads
Room to improve
- 👎 Requires purchase to continue
- 👎 Purchase not restoring
- 👎 Issues with family sharing
- 👎 Tedious arrow interaction
- 👎 Broken bonus level
Bugs and requests
Tynker
Reported bugs
4 issues- Minecraft mods not working as expected
- Syncing and publishing issues
- Disappearing projects and progress
- Compatibility problems with newer Minecraft versions
Requested features
4 requests- More Minecraft block and mob customization
- Offline access
- Improved community moderation
- Ability to save and restore projects
Code Karts
Reported bugs
26 issues- Cannot restore purchases
- Purchased content not unlocking on new devices
- Family sharing not working for purchases
- Bonus level is unplayable/unexitable
- Back button not working in bonus level
Show 21 moreShow fewer
- App stuck on 'please wait' screen
- Errors when family member tries to access paid features
- Purchase not applying across devices
- Game won't open after purchase attempt
- Levels not unlocking after purchase
- Inconsistent silent mode
- Binary counting errors
- Frustrating race crashes
- Car crashes on corners in races
- Game freezes or pauses on first screen
- Purchased features not unlocking on other devices
- Trophy points not accumulating
- Coins disappearing after iPad update
- Coins not collecting
- Error when trying to buy full version (no internet connection)
- Black screen after completing level 20 on iPad 2
- Buggy purchase process
- App asks to buy again after previous purchase
- Binary game has errors in Turkish dubbing
- App doesn't work on iPad 3 (popup connection required)
- Silent mode is inconsistent
Requested features
12 requests- Extend free trial
- Improve arrow interaction
- Add more levels
- Add option to reset progress
- Improve Turkish dubbing accuracy
Show 7 moreShow fewer
- Fix binary counting errors
- Add more complex challenges
- Allow changing car speed
- Fix car not cleaning issue
- Provide clues for race crashes
- Add dark mode option
- Improve sound options
In-app purchases
Tynker
- Tynker Web + Mobile Plan7 Days trial$24.991 Month
- Tynker Web + Mobile Plan7 Days trial$59.993 Months
- Yearly All-Access Plan$119.991 Year
- Tynker Web + Mobile Plan$314.99
Code Karts
- Full Game Unlock$2.99








