Comparison

Tynker vs Code Teens

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

Code Teens

Learn to code and create games with a visual block system. This app offers interactive tutorials, challenges, and a community to share creations. It's designed for young people to develop problem-solving and creative skills through fun, game-based learning.

Highlights
  • Visual code blocks for easy coding
  • Step-by-step project tutorials
  • Create and share your own games
  • Multiplayer game leagues
  • Personal coding challenges
  • Active community of young coders
Features
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Code Teens is a cutting-edge app that provides young people with a fun and interactive way to learn how to code. Code Teens allows users to play, create and share games through a system of code blocks that makes it easier to understand the basics of coding. The app also features a variety of multiplayer games and personal challenges to play and learn about coding. Conquer all the challenges and collect all the characters! Key features: - Intuitive interface: The visual and easy-to-use design allows young people to easily learn how to code. - Code blocks: Drag and drop code blocks to create projects, encouraging logical understanding and creativity. - Step-by-step tutorials: Access a wide variety of tutorials that guide users through fun and educational projects. - Active community: Share your projects with a global community of young coders, discover the creations of other users, and get inspired by new ideas. - Cross-platform compatibility: Develop your projects on any device, whether it's a computer, a tablet, or a cell phone. - Play and compete in multiplayer leagues. - Games and personal challenges to beat your own best scores. - Create and share your own games. Why choose Code Teens? - Fun learning: Coding becomes a fun and motivating activity, fostering young people's interest in technology. - Skills development: Enhances problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and creativity. - Code Land + Code Teens: A single subscription for two projects for all ages. Code Land for the youngest members of the household and Code Teens from the age of eight upwards. Join up to the coding revolution with Code Teens and unleash your creative potential in the world of technology! Download Code Teens now and start coding your ideas! ABOUT LEARNY LAND: At Learny Land, we love to play, and we believe that games must form part of the educational and growth stage of all children; because to play is to discover, explore, learn and have fun. Our educational games help children learn about the world around them and are designed with love. They are easy to use, beautiful and safe. Because boys and girls have always played to have fun and learn, the games we make - like the toys that last a lifetime - can be seen, played and heard. At Learny Land we take advantage of the most innovative technologies and the most modern devices to take the experience of learning and playing a step further. We create toys that could not have existed when we were young. Read more about us at www.learnyland.com. Privacy Policy: We take Privacy very seriously. We do not collect or share personal information about your children or allow any type of third party ads. To learn more, please read our privacy policy at www.learnyland.com. Contact us: We'd love to know your opinion and your suggestions. Please, write to support@learnyland.com. Terms of Use: http://learnyland.com/terms-of-service/

Screenshots

Tynker4 screens
Code Teens4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Tynker at 18K against Code Teens's 166. Code Teens's advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 56%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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 and Code Teens sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Tynker against 4.5 for Code Teens. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tynker has 18K ratings behind it against 166, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of Tynker's written reviews are positive against 67% of Code Teens's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Tynker versus Code Teens: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTynkerCode Teens
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (18K ratings) — better4.5 (166 ratings)
Positive reviews56.1% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings18K — better166
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size153 MB910 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTynkerLearny Land

Customer experience

Tynker

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

Code Teens

All ratings166 ratings
Positive85.5%
Neutral6.6%
Negative7.8%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

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 Teens

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
4 purchases

Code Teens

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • Code Teens Unlimited7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Tynker free?
Tynker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Code Teens free?
Code Teens is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tynker or Code Teens?
Tynker is rated higher. Tynker averages 4.6 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while Code Teens averages 4.5 from 166 ratings.
Do Tynker or Code Teens have ads?
Neither Tynker nor Code Teens shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tynker or Code Teens?
Tynker ships an update every 3 weeks, and Code Teens every 3 weeks. Most recently, Tynker was updated on September 24, 2026 and Code Teens on September 15, 2026.

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