Comparison

Robotics vs Coder MiP

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

Head to head
About

Robotics

Control and program robotic models built with specific engineering kits. Utilize Bluetooth connectivity and a visual programming language to script motor movements, sounds, and pauses based on sensor feedback. Includes preloaded programs for various robot models.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Remote-control mode
  • Visual sensor data display
  • Script and save programs
  • Preloaded robot programs
  • Visual programming language
  • Sensor-triggered program segments
Features
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For use with the engineering kits “Robotics: Smart Machines”, “Robotics: Smart Machines - Rovers & Vehicles Edition”, and “Robotics: Smart Machines - Tracks & Treads Edition” by Thames & Kosmos. This app is the “brain” of the robotic models you build with the Robotics: Smart Machines kits. The app uses the feedback from the models’ ultrasonic sensor together with programmed commands to control the models. App Features • Connect to your models via Bluetooth connection. • Remote-control mode lets you directly control the models’ two motors forward and backward. • Remote-control mode gives you a visual display of the object distance readings from the ultrasound sensor. • Programming mode lets you script and save programs. • Seven programs (Programs 1-7) are preloaded to work specifically with seven of the robot models in the “Robotics: Smart Machines” kit. Eight programs (Programs 9-16) are preloaded to work specifically with eight of the robot models in the “Robotics: Smart Machines - Rovers & Vehicles Edition” kit. Eight programs (Programs 17-24) are preloaded to work specifically with eight of the robot models in the “Robotics: Smart Machines - Tracks & Treads Edition” kit. • A simple, visual programming language lets you program motors, sounds, and pauses. • Different program segments can be set to run upon first run and then when the ultrasound sensor detects objects at different distances from the model. • Use the 60-page or 64-page, step-by-step illustrated manual included in either kit to learn how to use all of the programming features. ***** Suggestions, feature requests, or questions? We look forward to your feedback! Mail to: support@thamesandkosmos.com Updates and news on www.thamesandkosmos.com *****

About

Coder MiP

Explore robotics through fun, block-based programming. Create custom programs to make your robot dance, tell stories, or even deliver breakfast. This app makes learning STEM skills engaging for all ages.

Highlights
  • Block-based programming
  • Create custom robot programs
  • Robot dance routines
  • Interactive storytelling
  • STEM skill development
  • Control multiple robots
Features
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Introducing Coder MiP! Make coding fun again and explore the amazing world of robotics using easy block-based programming with MiP. BUILD & CREATE: Use one of the many example programs available or create your own cool sketch to recreate some of the fun modes in the MIP app! Here’s some fun ideas: * Teach your MiP some new dance funky moves (synchronise multiple mips together for a MiP dance group!) * Create a story with two MiPs together. Do they fall in love? Have a battle? make friends? * MiP can deliver you breakfast! Cook some pancakes and get MiP to deliver them. LEARN: Everyone loves the idea of controlling their own robots, but traditional programming techniques are boring and slow. With Coder MiP we teach STEM skills in an easy and fun way, allowing kids and adults of all ages to have fun and learn. App requires MiP or Coder MiP toy, supports up to 8 devices at once. Learn more: wowwee.com/mip Troubleshooting: wowweezone.com Disclaimer: Despicable Me 3, Minion Rush and their respective logos and characters are trademarks and copyrights of Universal Studios. Licensed by Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.

Screenshots

Robotics4 screens
Coder MiP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Coder MiP at 63% against Robotics's 13%. Coder MiP also leads on rating (4.1 vs 2.3) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 5 months). Robotics's advantage is ratings volume (239 vs 55). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Coder MiP holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 239 and 55 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of Robotics's written reviews are positive against 63% of Coder MiP's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Robotics ships an update every 5 months, Coder MiP every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Robotics versus Coder MiP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRoboticsCoder MiP
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (239 ratings)4.1 (55 ratings) — better
Positive reviews13.1% of reviews62.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings239 — better55
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.39.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFranckh-Kosmos Verlags GmbH & Co. KGWowWee Group Limited

Customer experience

Robotics

All ratings239 ratings
Positive28.5%
Neutral7.5%
Negative64.0%
Written reviews84 reviews
Positive13.1%
Neutral4.8%
Negative82.1%

Coder MiP

Written reviews35 reviews
Positive62.9%
Neutral14.3%
Negative22.9%

Bugs and requests

Robotics

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • App crashes when pressing Bluetooth button
  • Bluetooth fails to connect on iOS 13+ and iPhone 13
  • App disconnects during use and won't reconnect
  • App freezes and becomes unresponsive
  • Bluetooth button stays grey and non-functional
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  • App incompatible with 64-bit Apple requirements
  • Programming features don't execute properly
  • Robot falls apart when custom designs are used
  • Motor only works in reverse direction
  • Distance sensor readings not detected by app

Requested features

9 requests
  • Update app for iOS 13+ and modern iPhone compatibility
  • Add external control option without Bluetooth dependency
  • Improve app stability and connection reliability
  • Provide clearer, more detailed instructions
  • Add more coding options and programming features
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  • Implement proper customer support system
  • Add camera functionality documentation for spy bot variant
  • Improve robot speed performance
  • Add easy power-off mechanism

Coder MiP

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Robotics

No in-app purchases

None

Coder MiP

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Robotics free?
Robotics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Coder MiP free?
Coder MiP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Robotics or Coder MiP?
Coder MiP is rated higher. Robotics averages 2.3 out of 5 from 239 ratings, while Coder MiP averages 4.1 from 55 ratings.
Do Robotics or Coder MiP have ads?
Neither Robotics nor Coder MiP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Robotics or Coder MiP?
Robotics ships an update every 5 months, and Coder MiP every 6 weeks. Most recently, Robotics was updated on September 16, 2026 and Coder MiP on September 30, 2026.

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