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Head-to-head · Apps For Kids

SplashLearn vs Epic

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score SplashLearn #5 in Apps For Kids 8.7/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit SplashLearn
Epic #6 in Apps For Kids 8.6/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free plan✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Epic

SplashLearn leads on 0 checks, Epic 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 scoreSplashLearn · 8.7/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly SplashLearn

SplashLearn scores higher on our rubric for apps for kids: 8.7 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #6.

SplashLearn is the better fit for pre-K to Grade 5 math and reading practice. Epic is the better fit for kids building reading habits with digital books.

  • SplashLearn fits best

    Pre-K to Grade 5 math and reading practice

  • Epic fits best

    Kids building reading habits with digital books

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Side by side

Feature SplashLearn 8.7/10 Visit ↗ Epic 8.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.6
Ranking #5 in Apps For Kids #6 in Apps For Kids
Best for Pre-K to Grade 5 math and reading practice Kids building reading habits with digital books
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Free plan · 7-day trial —
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 7 days —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Live chat, Docs Tickets
Built for Solo, Small business Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features SplashLearn 0/3 · Epic 0/3
Offline use Not checked yet Not checked yet
Parent dashboard Not checked yet Not checked yet
Child profiles Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Age range Not checked yet Not checked yet
Learning focus Not checked yet Not checked yet
Supported languages Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Personalized paths adapt to learner progress and grade level.
  • Parent and teacher reports track progress and performance.
  • Printable worksheets and lesson plans support offline practice.
  • Mixes books, audiobooks, Read-To-Me titles and learning videos
  • Leveled readers, decodables and comprehension quizzes support practice
  • Teacher assignments and progress dashboards support classroom reading
Cons
  • The stated learner range ends at Grade 5.
  • Its subject focus is math and reading rather than a broad curriculum.
  • Game rewards center on coins and unlockable animated pets.
  • Epic School access is limited to school hours
  • Offline downloads require an eligible subscription and iOS or Android
  • Family plan pricing details are not stated here
Our verdict

SplashLearn provides web and mobile learning for children from Pre-K through Grade 5, with math and reading content for home or classroom practice. Its math activities combine skill-based games with learning paths that adapt to progress…

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Epic is a digital library for children 12 and under, serving families, teachers and students who want reading material alongside supporting learning tools. Its collection includes children’s books, audiobooks and learning videos.…

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  1. SplashLearnApps For Kids 8.7Free plan · 7-day trial
  2. EpicApps For Kids 8.6Free plan · 7-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • SplashLearn — where it wins

    • Personalized paths adapt to learner progress and grade level.
    • Parent and teacher reports track progress and performance.
    • Printable worksheets and lesson plans support offline practice.

    Where it doesn't

    • The stated learner range ends at Grade 5.
    • Its subject focus is math and reading rather than a broad curriculum.
    • Game rewards center on coins and unlockable animated pets.

  • Epic — where it wins

    • Mixes books, audiobooks, Read-To-Me titles and learning videos
    • Leveled readers, decodables and comprehension quizzes support practice
    • Teacher assignments and progress dashboards support classroom reading

    Where it doesn't

    • Epic School access is limited to school hours
    • Offline downloads require an eligible subscription and iOS or Android
    • Family plan pricing details are not stated here
  • SplashLearn8.7/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial

    Adaptive math and reading practice with games, reports, and printable worksheets.

    Visit SplashLearnFull verdict →
  • Epic8.6/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial

    A mixed-format children’s library with reading tools for home and school.

    Visit EpicFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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