Comparison

Tynker vs Blue's Blocs

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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?

About

Blue's Blocs

This app extends the functionality of a physical robot, allowing students to program it using a block-based interface. It introduces concepts like decision-making, numerical functions, and variables for deeper learning in computer science.

Highlights
  • Block-based programming environment
  • Control physical Blue-Bot robot
  • Decision making logic
  • Numerical functions
  • Boolean operators
  • Introduction of variables
  • Bluetooth connectivity
Features
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Blue’s Blocs is a complimentary app to the TTS Blue-Bot® which allows for expansion of knowledge and teaching at greater depth in KS2 and KS3 Computer Science. Using a familiar block-based environment, students can programme their Blue-Bot® using extended functionality which includes decision making, numerical functions, Boolean operators, and the introduction of variables. Seamlessly connecting to the physical Blue-Bot® device via Bluetooth connection, students can kinaesthetically work with their Blue-Bot® to embed computational concepts.

Screenshots

Tynker4 screens
Blue's Blocs4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tynker at 56% against Blue's Blocs's 0%. Tynker also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Blue's Blocs's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.0). On price, ads 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. Tynker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month. Blue's Blocs asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tynker ships an update every 3 weeks, Blue's Blocs every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Tynker versus Blue's Blocs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTynkerBlue's Blocs
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (18K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews56.1% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings18K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size153 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTynkerTTS Group Limited

Customer experience

Tynker

All ratings18,334 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral4.4%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews789 reviews
Positive56.1%
Neutral11.0%
Negative32.8%

Blue's Blocs

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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

Blue's Blocs

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Tynker

Subscriptions3
  • 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
One-time1
  • Tynker Web + Mobile Plan$314.99
None

Blue's Blocs

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tynker free?
Tynker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Blue's Blocs free?
Blue's Blocs is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tynker or Blue's Blocs have ads?
Neither Tynker nor Blue's Blocs shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tynker or Blue's Blocs?
Tynker ships an update every 3 weeks, and Blue's Blocs every 3 months. Most recently, Tynker was updated on September 24, 2026 and Blue's Blocs on September 7, 2026.

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