Comparison

Monster Phonics vs EduScape

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

Head to head
About

Monster Phonics

This app uses a multi-sensory approach with character phoneme cues and color coding to teach reading and spelling of high-frequency words. It aims to accelerate learning progress for young children by simplifying "tricky" words.

Highlights
  • Multi-sensory phonics learning
  • Character phoneme cues
  • Color coding for sounds
  • Teaches first 100 high-frequency words
  • Supports reading and spelling
  • Handwriting and letter formation
Features
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Monster Phonics products are already listed as highly effective multi-sensory phonics resources by the Department for Education, UK (2014). Monster Phonics has also been selected by BETT futures as one of the top 20 most inspiring new ed-tech ideas in the UK. This app supports the reading and spelling of the first 100 high frequency words and is part of a wider phonics scheme that supports the New Curriculum for Spelling (KS1) and phonics in Reception. Monster Phonics is a synthetic phonics scheme. It is unique in that it uses character (monster) phoneme cues and colour coding to represent the sounds A, E, I, O, U, oo, ow, silent letters and tricky letters. Each monster and its corresponding colour is linked to a specific set of graphemes that makes the particular phoneme. Monster Phonics Apps have been developed specifically to make phonics more accessible for all learners. The revolutionary use of colour coding and characterisation has been proven to dramatically accelerate progress in reading. Monster Phonics also teaches handwriting and the correct letter formation for the first 100 words. This Monster Phonics APP show how the first 100 words are more accessible to children because of the use of colour. The number of “tricky” words is reduced considerably with the colour coding system. There will be 2 Monster Phonics APPs covering the first 300 words. Once learned these words stay with children forever. The first 300 words make up 65% of all reading texts. Learning these words quickly is incredibly important for all children. Selected to be in the BETT Futures Cohort - January 2015!

About

EduScape

Features
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Welcome to EducationScape, the ultimate app for educators! More than just a network, it’s your go-to hub to connect, collaborate, and grow with education professionals worldwide. Think of it as the network for educators. A vibrant community where teachers, trainers, and education leaders come together to share ideas, spark discussions, and support each other. Whether you want to expand your network, gain fresh insights, or chat with peers who truly “get it”, EducationScape makes it easy. Stay informed with the latest education news from Schools Week and FE Week, keeping you up to date with everything happening in the sector. Join masterclasses led by top trainers, watch expert webinars on demand, and take part in live events designed to inspire and elevate your professional journey. Plus, connect with key communities around the biggest education events, including the Festival of Education, Apprenticeships and Training Conference, and so much more. Whether you’re discussing hot topics, sharing takeaways, or networking with attendees, EducationScape ensures you stay at the heart of the conversation before, during, and after the event. And with everything in one place, you can sign up to networks, register for events, and engage with education communities all from the EducationScape app. No more searching for links or missing out on key opportunities just seamless access to the connections and events that matter most. No matter your role, EducationScape is the place to be for educators who want to stay connected, stay inspired, and shape the future of education together. Download the app today and be part of something bigger! -- Terms of Use: mn.co/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Monster Phonics4 screens
EduScape4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: EduScape at Free against Monster Phonics's $2.99. EduScape also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 9 months). Monster Phonics's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On 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

EduScape is free to download; Monster Phonics costs $2.99 up front. EduScape sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per month. Monster Phonics asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Monster Phonics ships an update every 9 months, EduScape weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Monster Phonics versus EduScape: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMonster PhonicsEduScape
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews72.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size784 MB133 MB
Age rating+49+
DeveloperIngrid ConnorsEducationScape Limited

In-app purchases

None

Monster Phonics

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

EduScape

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Plan$5.991 Month

Questions

Is Monster Phonics free?
Monster Phonics costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is EduScape free?
EduScape is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Monster Phonics or EduScape have ads?
Neither Monster Phonics nor EduScape shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Monster Phonics or EduScape?
Monster Phonics ships an update every 9 months, and EduScape weekly. Most recently, Monster Phonics was updated on October 24, 2026 and EduScape on October 24, 2026.

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