GCompris vs Lingokids

GCompris9.3Visit Lingokids8.8Visit

Higher score GCompris #2 in Preschool Learning Apps 9.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 4 features Visit GCompris

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Lingokids #5 in Preschool Learning Apps 8.8/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 4 of 4 features Visit Lingokids

• GCompris fits best

  Families and schools wanting broad free coverage

• Lingokids fits best

  Families wanting broad ad-free preschool learning

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Side by side

Feature	GCompris 9.3/10 Visit ↗	Lingokids 8.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.3	8.8
Ranking	#2 in Preschool Learning Apps	#5 in Preschool Learning Apps
Best for	Families and schools wanting broad free coverage	Families wanting broad ad-free preschool learning
Pricing model	Free	Free plan + paid
Starting price	Free plan	—
Free plan	✓	✓
Free trial	—	7 days
Deployment	Desktop, Mobile	Cloud, Mobile
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android	Web, iOS, Android
Features GCompris 0/4 · Lingokids 4/4
Offline access	Not checked yet	✓ (best)
Parent dashboard	Not checked yet	✓ (best)
Printable activities	Not checked yet	✓ (best)
Ad-free experience	Not checked yet	✓ (best)
Specs
Target age range	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Child profiles	Not checked yet	4 children
Our review
Pros	Free, open-source access with offline operation Covers reading, mathematics, science, arts, music, and computer skills Customizable levels, progress tracking, and teacher tools	Covers literacy, math, science, English, and life skills Plus includes four child profiles, offline mode, and progress tracking Ad-free activities with screen-time controls and printable resources
Cons	The broad subject mix may feel less focused than a single-subject app Teacher results are available for some activities rather than all Desktop-app delivery may not fit families seeking a browser-based experience	Basic limits children to 10 games per day Offline downloads require a Plus subscription The broad curriculum may be less focused than a single-subject app
Our verdict	GCompris is a free, open-source educational software suite for children aged 2 to 10. It is designed for use at home and in classrooms, with activities spanning reading, mathematics, science, geography, history, arts, music, logic, board… Read the review →	Lingokids is a play-based learning app for preschool children and families. Its content spans literacy, mathematics, science, English, life skills, songs, videos, games, and interactive activities. Children can learn through guided… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• GCompris — where it wins

  • Free, open-source access with offline operation
  • Covers reading, mathematics, science, arts, music, and computer skills
  • Customizable levels, progress tracking, and teacher tools

  Where it doesn't

  • The broad subject mix may feel less focused than a single-subject app
  • Teacher results are available for some activities rather than all
  • Desktop-app delivery may not fit families seeking a browser-based experience

• Lingokids — where it wins

  • Covers literacy, math, science, English, and life skills
  • Plus includes four child profiles, offline mode, and progress tracking
  • Ad-free activities with screen-time controls and printable resources

  Where it doesn't

  • Basic limits children to 10 games per day
  • Offline downloads require a Plus subscription
  • The broad curriculum may be less focused than a single-subject app

• GCompris9.3/10 · Free plan

  A broad, offline-friendly learning suite for families and classrooms without a subscription.

  Visit GComprisFull verdict →
• Lingokids8.8/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial

  A broad, ad-free preschool app with strong parent controls and printable resources.

  Visit LingokidsFull verdict →