# Tynker vs Scratch案例教程

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tynker at 56% against Scratch案例教程's 9%. Tynker also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (18K vs 2). Scratch案例教程's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tynker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month and Scratch案例教程 sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tynker holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tynker has 18K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Tynker's written reviews are positive against 9% of Scratch案例教程's.

Tynker ships an update every 3 weeks, Scratch案例教程 every 3 months. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tynker | Scratch案例教程 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tynker-coding-for-kids/id805869467/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scratch/id6473737600/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **56.1% of reviews** | 9.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 153 MB | 139 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Tynker](https://appshunter.io/developer/805869470) | [剑 林](https://appshunter.io/developer/1466914836) |

## What reviewers say

### Tynker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tynker-coding-for-kids/id805869467)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tynker Web + Mobile Plan | $24.99 | per month |
| Tynker Web + Mobile Plan | $59.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly All-Access Plan | $119.99 | per year |
| Tynker Web + Mobile Plan | $314.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Coding made fun
- 👍 Great for learning
- 🎨 Customizable Minecraft mods
- 💡 Potential for more features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paywall for full access
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🤔 Limited Minecraft functionality
- ⏱️ Slow project publishing

**Reported bugs**

- Minecraft mods not working as expected
- Syncing and publishing issues
- Disappearing projects and progress
- Compatibility problems with newer Minecraft versions

**Requested features**

- More Minecraft block and mob customization
- Offline access
- Improved community moderation
- Ability to save and restore projects


### Scratch案例教程

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scratch/id6473737600)

Learn visual programming with this comprehensive course designed for children and beginners. Create animations, games, and interactive stories using a drag-and-drop interface. Develop creativity and problem-solving skills through engaging coding activities.

**Highlights:** Visual programming for kids, Create animations and games, Drag-and-drop coding interface, Develop creativity, Enhance logical thinking, Interactive stories

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 解锁初级篇教程 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 解锁高级教程 | $12.99 | one-time |
| 解锁所有教程 | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Can be useful for learning coding
- 👍 Some users find it educational
- 👍 Works for those who understand Chinese
- 👍 Tutorials are available (though in Chinese)

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Primarily in Chinese
- ❌ No English language option
- ❌ Confusing for non-Chinese speakers
- ❌ Not the official Scratch app
- ❌ Difficult to navigate without understanding Chinese

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot change language
- App cannot be deleted
- App is stuck on one language
- Lost progress due to no save feature

**Requested features**

- Add English language support
- Add Vietnamese language support
- Make the app multicultural
- Add a save feature
- Allow users to create animations/code


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tynker free?

Tynker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Scratch案例教程 free?

Scratch案例教程 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tynker or Scratch案例教程?

Tynker is rated higher. Tynker averages 4.6 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while Scratch案例教程 averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Tynker or Scratch案例教程 have ads?

Neither Tynker nor Scratch案例教程 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tynker or Scratch案例教程?

Tynker ships an update every 3 weeks, and Scratch案例教程 every 3 months. Most recently, Tynker was updated on September 25, 2026 and Scratch案例教程 on September 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*