Comparison

Robotics vs Botzees Edu

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

Botzees Edu

This app lets children create and program their own robots using 150 unique, easy-to-grip pieces. It introduces basic coding concepts like sequencing and looping through interactive levels and a visual programming language. Bring creations to life with Bluetooth-connected motors and sensors for movement, sound, and lights.

Highlights
  • 150+ moveable robot pieces
  • Step-by-step PaiBots tutorials
  • 60+ interactive programming levels
  • Visual programming language
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Motors and sensors for interactive play
Features
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CREATE 150 moveable pieces that come with rounded edges that are easier to grip and unique shapes that inspire each child’s imagination. Create your own robots or follow one of the eight easy in-app, step-by-step PaiBots tutorials. PROGRAM PaiBots includes over 60 interactive programming levels that inspire learners to explore basic coding concepts like sequencing, looping, and conditional coding through an intuitive and visual programming language. Introduce children to robotics and programming in a fun and engaging way. PLAY Unique block shapes, bluetooth connection, motors, and sensors inspire every child’s imagination and bring to life every PaiBots creation. With the app, PaiBots can be programmed to move, drum, dance, make sounds, light up, and so much more!

Screenshots

Robotics4 screens
Botzees Edu2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Botzees Edu at 3.9 against Robotics's 2.3. Botzees Edu also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 13%) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). Robotics's advantage is ratings volume (239 vs 11). 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

Botzees Edu holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Robotics has 239 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of Robotics's written reviews are positive against 33% of Botzees Edu's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Robotics ships an update every 5 months, Botzees Edu every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Robotics versus Botzees Edu: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRoboticsBotzees Edu
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (239 ratings)3.9 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews13.1% of reviews33.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings239 — better11
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.3 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB362 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFranckh-Kosmos Verlags-GmbH & Co. KGBlokees Technology Inc.

Customer experience

Robotics

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

Botzees Edu

All ratings11 ratings
Positive72.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative27.3%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative60.0%

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

Botzees Edu

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Robotics

No in-app purchases

None

Botzees Edu

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Robotics free?
Robotics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Botzees Edu free?
Botzees Edu is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Robotics or Botzees Edu?
Botzees Edu is rated higher. Robotics averages 2.3 out of 5 from 239 ratings, while Botzees Edu averages 3.9 from 11 ratings.
Do Robotics or Botzees Edu have ads?
Neither Robotics nor Botzees Edu shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Robotics or Botzees Edu?
Robotics ships an update every 5 months, and Botzees Edu every 2 months. Most recently, Robotics was updated on October 7, 2026 and Botzees Edu on October 11, 2026.

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