Comparison

codeSpark vs WISC

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

Head to head
About

codeSpark

This app introduces children aged 3-10 to coding through a variety of fun puzzles, games, and creative tools. Kids can design their own games, participate in contests, and learn computational thinking without needing to read. It offers a safe, ad-free environment with a parent dashboard for progress tracking.

Highlights
  • Hundreds of coding games and activities
  • Create and publish own games
  • Storytelling and creativity tools
  • Monthly coding contests
  • Multiplayer coding games
  • Parent dashboard for progress tracking
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codeSpark: The Award-Winning Learn-to-Code App for Kids (Ages 3–10) 100s of coding games & activities—plus tools to create your own! Kids as young as 3 can start coding through play with puzzles, storytelling, and creativity tools designed just for them. Older kids can design and publish their own games, join monthly contests, and explore projects created by other kid coders. Get full access with a monthly or annual subscription—try membership free for 7 days! Annual subscribers can create up to 5 child profiles, making codeSpark perfect for families with multiple learners. OR play limited content through Hour of Code with no credit card required. Learn Coding Through Play - Puzzles – Master core coding and problem-solving concepts level by level - Create – Design and code your own games and interactive stories - Made by Kids – Play and explore games created by other young coders around the world - Monthly Coding Contests – Showcase creativity, code projects, and win prizes - Code Together – Join friends in a multiplayer water balloon fight while practicing coding logic - Pre-Coding for Preschoolers – Activities designed for early learners ages 3–4 - Adventure Maps – Unlock new puzzles and challenges while progressing through fun coding worlds Educational Benefits Backed by Research codeSpark’s curriculum is based on research from MIT, Princeton, and Carnegie Mellon. Kids learn the basics of computer science in a fun, accessible way—without words. - Coding concepts: sequencing, loops, conditionals, events, and debugging - Computational thinking: problem-solving, logic, pattern recognition, and creativity - Reinforces early skills: reading, math, and critical thinking - Builds confidence, perseverance, and collaboration through play - Encourages design thinking by letting kids turn ideas into working games and stories Kid-Safe & Ad-Free - Every game and story is reviewed before publishing to ensure safety - No ads, no micro-transactions, no distractions - Parent dashboard to manage profiles and track progress - A trusted environment for independent learning Praise from Parents & Teachers “My daughters are 6 and 8, and this is their new favorite game. Now they want to be programmers!” – Parent Review “I loved seeing how my children enjoyed working together on the puzzles.” – Parent Review Teachers and parents worldwide use codeSpark to introduce coding in classrooms, after-school programs, and at home. Kids stay motivated because the learning feels like play, and they are proud to share their creations. - Awards & Recognition - The LEGO Foundation – Pioneer in Reimagining Learning & Play - Children’s Technology Review – Editor’s Choice Award - Parent’s Choice Award – Gold Medal - Collision Conference – Kids & Family Silver Winner Why Families Choose codeSpark - Designed for kids ages 3–10 with no reading required - Builds STEM skills through fun, engaging coding challenges - Supports creativity with open-ended game and story design tools - Encourages collaboration through multiplayer games and contests - Trusted by parents, teachers, and schools worldwide - Helps kids see themselves as creators, problem-solvers, and future innovators Subscription & Download Start with a 7-day free membership trial. Subscriptions renew automatically; manage or cancel anytime in Account Settings. Annual subscribers can create up to 5 child profiles, making it easy to support the whole family. Privacy Policy: http://codespark.com/privacy/ Terms of Use: http://codespark.com/terms/ Start your child’s coding journey today with codeSpark—the award-winning learn-to-code app that makes programming fun, safe, and accessible for every kid ages 3–10!

About

WISC

Prepare for the WISC-V IQ Test with practice questions and a comprehensive eBook. Improve cognitive skills, build confidence, and understand the test format for gifted programs or personal potential.

Highlights
  • 60 multiple-choice practice questions
  • 15 random questions per test
  • Hint feature available
  • Correct answers and score calculation
  • Bonus eBook with 130 practice questions
  • Covers visual-spatial reasoning, working memory, processing speed
Features
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This app will help you to practice and prepare for WISC-V Test. It consists of total 60 multiple-choice questions. On each test you will get 15 random questions with similar difficulty. You will be given 4 choices from which to select. You can always use the bulb button (upper-right) to see a hint. The correct answers along with calculated score are proved upon completing the test. Bonus eBook: Best help to succeed on the WISC-V Test! Give yourself the edge you need to excel on the WISC-V IQ Test with our comprehensive eBook! Designed to help you to prepare effectively, this resource features 130 expertly crafted practice questions covering a wide range of cognitive skills tested on the WISC-V. From visual-spatial reasoning to working memory and processing speed, each question is designed to strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Perfect for everyone aiming to qualify for gifted programs or simply striving to reach their full potential, this guide not only builds confidence but also ensures a deep understanding of the test format. About the WISC-V Test: WISC-V (The Weschler Intelligence Scale for Children®) is used to assess intelligence in children aged 6 to 16. It consists of 16 primary and five complementary subtests. The purpose of the test is to determine whether or not the child is gifted, as well as the student's cognitive strengths and weaknesses. * Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children® is registered trademark of Pearson Education, Inc. or its affiliate(s), or their licensors. The author of this mobile app (shortly referred as "the author") is not affiliated with nor related to Pearson Education, Inc. or its affiliates Pearson. Pearson does not sponsor or endorse any author's product, nor have author's products or services been reviewed, certified, or approved by Pearson. Trademarks referring to specific test providers are used by the author for nominative purposes only and such trademarks are solely the property of their respective owners.

Screenshots

codeSpark4 screens
WISC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: codeSpark at Free against WISC's $9.99. codeSpark also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (41K vs 2). WISC's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases 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

codeSpark is free to download; WISC costs $9.99 up front. codeSpark sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and WISC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

codeSpark holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: codeSpark has 41K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of codeSpark's written reviews are positive against 50% of WISC's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

codeSpark ships an update every 2 weeks, WISC every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
codeSpark versus WISC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametercodeSparkWISC
PriceFree — better$9.99
Rating4.6 (41K ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews51.6% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings41K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size132 MB127 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHomerPerfect Consulting B.V.

Customer experience

codeSpark

All ratings40,574 ratings
Positive89.0%
Neutral2.8%
Negative8.1%
Written reviews1,439 reviews
Positive51.6%
Neutral6.3%
Negative42.1%

WISC

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

codeSpark

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Disappearing progress and lost stories
  • Inconsistent performance and crashes
  • Incorrect item purchases and coin deductions
  • Inability to access drafts and profiles
  • Incompatibility issues with newer devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more pet foos and customization options
  • Improve story sharing and collaboration features
  • Introduce more puzzles and challenges
  • Allow custom character and block creation
  • Implement better communication between coders

WISC

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

codeSpark

Subscriptions8
  • codeSpark Academy Enrollment7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • codeSpark Academy Enrollment7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • codeSpark Academy Enrollment1 Month trial$9.991 Month
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  • codeSpark Academy Enrollment7 Days trial2 variants$12.991 Month
  • codeSpark Academy Enrollment7 Days trial$15.001 Month
  • codeSpark Academy Enrollment7 Days trial2 variants$79.991 Year
  • codeSpark Academy Enrollment7 Days trial$90.001 Year
  • codeSpark Academy Enrollment7 Days trial$99.991 Year
1 purchases

WISC

One-time1
  • eBook Version$4.99

Questions

Is codeSpark free?
codeSpark is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WISC free?
WISC costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, codeSpark or WISC?
codeSpark is rated higher. codeSpark averages 4.6 out of 5 from 41K ratings, while WISC averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do codeSpark or WISC have ads?
Neither codeSpark nor WISC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, codeSpark or WISC?
codeSpark ships an update every 2 weeks, and WISC every 5 weeks. Most recently, codeSpark was updated on November 13, 2026 and WISC on November 3, 2026.

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