Metabolism Sim vs VEXcode IQ
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Metabolism Sim
This application simulates human metabolism, designed to complement a science curriculum. It requires a valid Amplify login and license provided by a school to function.
- Metabolism simulation
- Science curriculum integration
- Requires Amplify login
- School-provided license needed
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A simulation of metabolism, for use with Amplify's science curriculum. ************************************************************** Metabolism Sim WILL ONLY WORK IF YOU HAVE AN AMPLIFY LOGIN AND LICENSE PROVIDED BY A SCHOOL. You can download the app without a login, but you will not be able to use the app without a valid Amplify login. **************************************************************
VEXcode IQ
This coding environment is designed for students of all ages to learn programming through robotics. Its intuitive interface, consistent across different levels and platforms, allows users to focus on creation rather than navigation. It makes computer science accessible and engaging through hands-on projects and collaborations.
- Intuitive drag-and-drop interface
- Consistent across Blocks and Text
- Robot drivetrain control blocks
- Device manager for robot setup
- Built-in video tutorials
- Example projects for learning
- Multilingual block support
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From elementary school through college, VEXcode is a coding environment that meets students at their level. The intuitive layout of VEXcode allows students to get started quickly and easily. VEXcode is consistent across Blocks and Text, across VEX IQ and VEX V5. As students progress from elementary, middle, and high school, they never have to learn a different blocks, code, or toolbar interface. As a result, students can focus on creating with technology, not trying to navigate a new layout. Drive Forward is the new Hello World We all know that robots attract kids to learn. VEX Robotics and VEXcode are providing opportunities for students of all ages to participate in learning the code that makes these robots work. VEX makes computer science come to life through collaborations, hands-on projects, and engaging experiences. From classrooms to competitions, VEXcode helps to create the next generation of innovators. Drag. Drop. Drive. VEXcode Blocks is the perfect platform for those new to coding. Students use the simple drag and drop interface to create functioning programs. Each block's purpose can easily be identified using the visual cues like its shape, color, and label. We've designed VEXcode Blocks to allow those who are new to robotics to get their robot up and running faster. Now, students can focus on being creative and learning computer science concepts, not stuck trying to figure out the interface. More accessible than ever VEXcode even helps across language barriers, allowing student to read blocks and comment programs in their native language. Drag & Drop. Powered by Scratch Blocks. Students and Teachers will feel instantly at home with this familiar environment. Video Tutorials. Grasp concepts faster. Built-in tutorials cover every aspect needed to get up to speed fast. And more tutorials are coming. Help is always there. Getting information on blocks is fast and easy. These resources were written by educators, in a form both teachers and students will grasp quickly. Drivetrain Blocks. A breakthrough in simplicity. From driving forward, making precise turns, setting speed, and stopping precisely, VEXcode makes it easier than ever to control a robot. Setup your VEX robot. Fast. VEXcode's device manager is simple, flexible, and powerful. In no time at all you can setup your robot's drivetrain, controller features, motors, and sensors. 40+ Example projects to choose from. Jumpstart your learning by starting with an existing project, covering every aspect of coding, controlling robots, and learning to use sensors.
Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: VEXcode IQ at 3.7 against Metabolism Sim's 3.1. VEXcode IQ also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months). Metabolism Sim's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
VEXcode IQ holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 69 and 38 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 57% of Metabolism Sim's written reviews are positive against 55% of VEXcode IQ's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Metabolism Sim ships an update every 3 months, VEXcode IQ every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Metabolism Sim | VEXcode IQ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.1 (69 ratings) | 3.7 (38 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews — better | 54.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 69 — better | 38 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPad | iPad |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 132 MB | 892 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Amplify Education, Inc. | VEX Robotics, Inc. |
Customer experience
Metabolism Sim
VEXcode IQ
In-app purchases
Metabolism Sim
No in-app purchases
VEXcode IQ
No in-app purchases
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