Head-to-head · Kinder Apps
ABCmouse vs Lingokids
ABCmouse leads on 0 checks, Lingokids on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreABCmouse · 8.8/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
ABCmouse scores higher on our rubric for kinder apps: 8.8 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #5.
ABCmouse is the better fit for families and educators seeking broad early-learning paths. Lingokids is the better fit for ad-free mixed learning with multiple child profiles.
- ABCmouse fits best
Families and educators seeking broad early-learning paths
- Lingokids fits best
Ad-free mixed learning with multiple child profiles
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Side by side
| Feature | ABCmouse 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | Lingokids 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #3 in Kinder Apps | #5 in Kinder Apps |
| Best for | Families and educators seeking broad early-learning paths | Ad-free mixed learning with multiple child profiles |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 30 days | 7 days |
| Free trial length | 30 days | 7 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Features ABCmouse 0/2 · Lingokids 0/2 | ||
| Parental controls | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Progress reports | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Age range | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Supported platforms | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Curriculum focus | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Child profiles | Not checked yet | 4 profiles |
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| Our verdict | ABCmouse is a digital early-learning program for children ages 2–8, with activities across reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music. Families can use it on the web, iOS, and Android, while educators have a separate web-based… Read the review → |
Lingokids is a play-based learning app for children, with activities spanning literacy, math, science, English, and life skills. Games, songs, videos, and other interactive activities give families several formats to choose from, while… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ABCmouse — where it wins
- Covers reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music
- Teacher tools include assignments, printables, and progress monitoring
- Premium adds personalized paths for up to three children and offline content
Where it doesn't
- Basic limits activity access to 10 per day
- Premium costs $14.99 monthly, or $45 for the annual plan
- Full Reading and Math Learning Paths require Premium
Lingokids — where it wins
- Covers literacy, math, science, and English through interactive activities.
- Plus supports offline downloads and up to four separate child profiles.
- Includes progress tracking, parent-managed screen-time limits, and printables.
Where it doesn't
- Basic limits children to 10 games per day.
- Basic includes only one child profile.
- Offline access and unlimited content require Plus.
- ABCmouse8.8/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A mixed-subject learning program with family and classroom tools; full access requires Premium.
Visit ABCmouseFull verdict → - Lingokids8.5/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
Ad-free learning across core subjects, with more content and family controls on Plus.
Visit LingokidsFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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