80+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
Abacus HQ Parent Portal is the household name in abacus brands, but it's far from the only option. We track 80+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 2.1★ (36) | Yes | No | May 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 3.0★ (40) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.1★ (54) | No | No | Jul 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.7★ (11) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.0★ (21) | No | No | Jul 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 3.1★ (33) | No | No | May 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 3.7★ (30) | No | No | Jul 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.0★ (43) | No | No | Jul 2026 |
Access progress reports for your child's virtual reality learning kits. This app guides you on downloading the correct VR application for each physical kit purchased, enhancing the educational experience.
Explore educational virtual reality worlds filled with science, art, and technology. Choose from various themed packs to embark on immersive learning adventures and discover new wonders.
Explore a virtual museum filled with animated dinosaurs. Experience thrilling rides like a dino coaster and an exciting Jeep chase to outrun a T-Rex.
This app enhances physical toy kits with interactive virtual reality experiences. Dig for fossils or explore the universe after building a planetarium. It's a companion to tangible projects, offering immersive digital adventures.
Explore the underwater world in stunning 360-degree virtual reality. This app complements a physical kit, offering detailed VR experiences of marine life and ecosystems. Discover everything from plankton to whales.
Explore countries, continents, and world wonders through immersive virtual reality. Discover diverse cultures, cities, and landmarks from around the globe. An educational journey for curious minds.
Explore the animal kingdom through immersive 360-degree virtual reality experiences. This companion app requires a physical kit with a book and VR goggles for full functionality, offering detailed views of various animals.
Embark on an immersive journey through the human anatomy. Explore vital organs and systems in detailed virtual reality, offering a unique educational perspective.
Immerse yourself in virtual worlds, from exploring cities and nature to reliving historical events. Discover a wide range of VR videos across various categories and enjoy engaging virtual reality games.
Embark on an immersive virtual reality journey through the cosmos. Explore over 100 celestial objects, from planets and asteroids to black holes and galaxies. Gain new understanding of the universe through engaging VR experiences.
Explore countries, continents, and world wonders through an interactive virtual reality atlas. This app offers a 140-page experience with physical games and activities, complete with step-by-step instructions to learn about landmarks and cultures.
Experience a virtual reality amusement park with numerous animated carousels and thrilling roller coasters. Explore a realistic environment and enjoy rides in VR or normal mode. Immerse yourself with headphones for the best experience.
Explore interactive science lessons and activities in virtual reality. Learn about volcanoes, dinosaurs, the solar system, and human anatomy through immersive experiences with step-by-step instructions.
Explore science with interactive experiments in augmented and virtual reality. Bill Nye guides you through 30 engaging activities, explaining principles like chemical reactions and sound waves. Discover crystals, volcanoes, slime, and more in an immersive learning environment.
Explore the cosmos and conduct fun experiments in virtual and augmented reality. This interactive activity set brings space exploration to life with step-by-step instructions.
Explore the universe with interactive augmented and virtual reality experiences. Learn about space, planets, and the International Space Station through hands-on projects like building a planetarium and launching a rocket. Bring educational content to life by holding your device over a special book.
Explore science concepts through immersive virtual reality with step-by-step project guidance. This companion app enhances physical toys with VR experiences like space exploration and weather phenomena. An activation code from a retail pack is needed, or in-app purchases are available.
Explore history through immersive 360° VR experiences. Scan pages from a companion book to unlock interactive historical events and figures, bringing the past to life.
Immerse yourself in a murder mystery by exploring crime scenes and evidence in virtual reality. This companion app unlocks VR experiences when you scan physical evidence from the retail box, allowing you to solve the case of a young content creator.
Learn to cook and bake 24 recipes in augmented and virtual reality. Explore the science behind food and then create dishes like muffins and burgers in a virtual kitchen. Requires a companion book to activate experiences.