Build mathematical expressions by arranging coding blocks. The app processes your creations server-side to reveal a surprise at a specific event. Instructions are available via a provided web link.
1.7(3 ratings)
Free
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3.1😞(152 ratings)
Free
This app enables students to learn coding through a block-based interface or Python. It supports creating games, animations, and programming robots, incorporating AI, IoT, and data science for advanced computer science education.
What We Love
- 👍 Good for coding robots
- 👍 Works well with Codey Rocky
- 👍 Great for learning programming
- 👍 Similar to Scratch
- 👍 Bluetooth connection works
- 👍 Can be used offline (Bluetooth)
- 👍 Good for basic projects
- 👍 Fun for kids
- 👍 Useful for Arduino projects
Room to Improve
- 🐛 Does not support mBot2/mBot Neo
- 🐛 Connection issues (Bluetooth)
- 🐛 App is glitchy
- 🐛 Upload mode not working on iPad
- 🐛 Live mode not working
- 🐛 App is a copy of Scratch
- 🐛 Missing features compared to Scratch
- 🐛 Not user-friendly for beginners
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Translation issues (Chinese/French)
- 🐛 No local storage of programs
- 🐛 Fixed rotation issues
- 🐛 No zoom functionality
- 🐛 iPad development seems stopped
- 🐛 Firmware update required via PC
- 🐛 Cannot use key blocks effectively
- 🐛 Sprite movement issues
- 🐛 Some blocks are not translated
- 🐛 Cannot connect to older Makeblock controllers
- 🐛 Tutorials not working
- 🐛 Saving/syncing issues
- 🐛 Cannot upload programs
- 🐛 Limited device selection
- 🐛 Requires PC/Mac for full functionality
- 🐛 Bluetooth permissions not granted on iPad
- 🐛 App freezes often
- 🐛 Cannot create variables on iPhone X
- 🐛 Parts of app disappear
- 🐛 Not compatible with older iOS versions
4.7😐(21K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
This app teaches children aged 4-10 foundational computer science concepts through engaging, game-based activities. It helps kids develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by guiding them through mazes and allowing them to create their own games. The curriculum is designed to transition from basic logic to writing real code.
What We Love
- 💡 Fun and educational coding game
- 👍 Helps develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- 🚀 Engaging for kids of various ages
- 🎨 Ability to create custom characters and games
Room to Improve
- 💰 Subscription-based model with high costs
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Misleading trial period and automatic subscription
- 📉 Declining quality and value over time
