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Head-to-head · Kinder Apps

SplashLearn vs ScratchJr

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score SplashLearn #6 in Kinder Apps 8.4/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 2 features Visit SplashLearn
ScratchJr #8 in Kinder Apps 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 2 features Visit ScratchJr

SplashLearn leads on 0 checks, ScratchJr 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 · 8.4/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly SplashLearn

SplashLearn scores higher on our rubric for kinder apps: 8.4 against 7.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #8.

SplashLearn is the better fit for adaptive math and reading practice. ScratchJr is the better fit for free introductory coding and creative projects.

  • SplashLearn fits best

    Adaptive math and reading practice

  • ScratchJr fits best

    Free introductory coding and creative projects

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Side by side

Feature SplashLearn 8.4/10 Visit ↗ ScratchJr 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.4 7.9
Ranking #6 in Kinder Apps #8 in Kinder Apps
Best for Adaptive math and reading practice Free introductory coding and creative projects
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free
Starting price Free plan · 7-day trial Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 7 days —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android iOS, Android
Support Email, Live chat, Docs Email, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features SplashLearn 0/2 · ScratchJr 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 web, iOS, Android Not checked yet
Curriculum focus Not checked yet Not checked yet
Child profiles Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Personalized learning paths adapt to progress and grade level.
  • Parent and teacher reports track learner and class progress.
  • Printable worksheets extend practice beyond the apps.
  • Children snap graphical blocks together to program characters.
  • Multi-page projects combine stories, scenes, sounds, and photos.
  • A paint editor and sample projects give children ways to create and explore.
Cons
  • The curriculum is focused on Pre-K through Grade 5 learners.
  • Offline access is described only for various apps, without clear scope.
  • In-app purchases have multiple prices and variants.
  • Designed for tablet use rather than as a desktop-first coding environment.
  • Programming is based on graphical blocks, not text-based code.
  • Supplemental books and coding cards may be purchased separately.
Our verdict

SplashLearn brings math and reading practice for children from Pre-K through Grade 5 to web, iOS and Android. Its math curriculum combines skill-based games and interactive activities with learning paths that adapt to learner progress and…

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ScratchJr is a free introductory programming app for children ages 5–7. It lets young learners snap graphical blocks together to make characters move, jump, dance, and interact in their own stories and games. The app is aimed at families…

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  1. SplashLearnKinder Apps 8.4Free plan · 7-day trial
  2. ScratchJrKinder Apps 7.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • SplashLearn — where it wins

    • Personalized learning paths adapt to progress and grade level.
    • Parent and teacher reports track learner and class progress.
    • Printable worksheets extend practice beyond the apps.

    Where it doesn't

    • The curriculum is focused on Pre-K through Grade 5 learners.
    • Offline access is described only for various apps, without clear scope.
    • In-app purchases have multiple prices and variants.

  • ScratchJr — where it wins

    • Children snap graphical blocks together to program characters.
    • Multi-page projects combine stories, scenes, sounds, and photos.
    • A paint editor and sample projects give children ways to create and explore.

    Where it doesn't

    • Designed for tablet use rather than as a desktop-first coding environment.
    • Programming is based on graphical blocks, not text-based code.
    • Supplemental books and coding cards may be purchased separately.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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