# Tynker vs CodeMonkey

The clearest difference is rating: Tynker at 4.6 against CodeMonkey's 2.0. Tynker also leads on ratings volume (18K vs 2). CodeMonkey's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tynker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month. CodeMonkey asks for nothing beyond the download.

Tynker holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.0. 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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tynker | CodeMonkey |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tynker-coding-for-kids/id805869467/reviews)** | [2.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codemonkey-learn-to-code/id6783108217/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 56.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 153 MB | 175 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tynker](https://appshunter.io/developer/805869470) | [Luke Mclaughlin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1893671036) |

## 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


### CodeMonkey

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codemonkey-learn-to-code/id6783108217)

Learn programming concepts through interactive, offline lessons and challenges. Build your own projects using real code blocks and practice coding interview questions. Gamified elements like XP and achievements encourage consistent learning.

**Highlights:** Offline coding lessons, Built-in code editor, Interactive challenges, Project builder, Coding interview prep, Gamified learning

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tynker free?

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

### Is CodeMonkey free?

CodeMonkey is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Tynker or CodeMonkey?

Tynker is rated higher. Tynker averages 4.6 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while CodeMonkey averages 2.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Tynker or CodeMonkey have ads?

Neither Tynker nor CodeMonkey shows ads.

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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.*