Best Children Play Apps & Games

239+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

3.7 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated October 2026

Child's Play ELC is the household name in children play, but it's far from the only option. We track 239+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Children Play Apps & Games (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Child's Play ELCChild's Play ELCFree—NoNoAug 2026
2Learn & Play children centerLearn & Play children centerFree—NoNoMay 2026
3Hidden Pictures Puzzle PlayHidden Pictures Puzzle PlayFree4.5★ (8.2K)YesYesOct 2026
4Learn and Play with Children'sLearn and Play with Children'sFree—NoNoMay 2026
5Touch and Connect Play edition / Parent and child communication appTouch and Connect Play edition / Parent and child communication appFree—NoNoMay 2026
6My Play VehiclesMy Play VehiclesFree4.0★ (27)NoYesOct 2026
7ChildWise PlayChildWise PlayFree—NoYesAug 2026
8Dinosaur Land Play Set for ChildrenDinosaur Land Play Set for ChildrenFree5.0★ (1)NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Children Play

Child's Play ELC#1

Child's Play ELC by childsplayTorquay pty ltd

An App for our Parents
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
0.0(0 ratings)
Free
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Parents can track their child's daily activities, including food intake, sleep, and nappy changes. The app also provides photos, videos, and updates on their child's learning and play, along with event calendars and booking options.

Hidden Pictures Puzzle Play#3
4.5😞(8.2K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Engage in classic seek-and-find puzzles designed to sharpen cognitive skills. Explore themed categories, daily challenges, and race against time in this interactive experience. Enjoy a relaxing way to exercise your mind anytime, anywhere.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fun and challenging puzzles
  • 👍 Nostalgia for Highlights magazine
  • 🚀 Lots of puzzles available

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes frequently
  • 🔒 Subscription required for full access
  • 🔒 Subscription issues and lack of customer support
  • 👎 Puzzles too difficult for young children
  • 👎 Lack of new puzzle updates

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FAQ about Children Play

Are there free children play apps & games for iPhone?
Yes — 20 of the top children play apps & games we rank are free to download, including Child's Play ELC and Learn & Play children center.
Child's Play ELC has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 239+ children play apps & games on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.