Osmo

Paid#24 of 31 in Educational GamesPreschool Learning Apps

Osmo: A creative learning system for families, with broad subjects but limited device coverage. Ranked #24 of 31 in Educational Games by our editors (7.0/10); pricing: From $29.99; best for families seeking tablet learning games.

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At a glance

• Editor score
  7.0 / 10
• Pricing
  From $29.99
• Best for
  Families seeking tablet learning games
• Free plan
  No
• Facts checked
  19 Sep 2026

• Where it wins

  • Combines physical pieces with interactive tablet apps.
  • Covers coding, math, literacy, drawing, physics, and spatial reasoning.
  • Supports some collaborative or side-by-side play.

• Where it doesn't

  • Requires an Osmo base, reflector, and compatible tablet.
  • Device support centers on iPad and Amazon Fire tablets.
  • Requires an internet-connected compatible device.

Our verdict on Osmo

Osmo is a paid educational games system for children primarily from ages 3 to 10. It combines physical game pieces with apps on compatible iPads and Amazon Fire tablets. Children can practice coding with tangible blocks, math skills such as addition and place value, spelling with letter tiles, and drawing through digital stories and gameplay. Other activities cover physics, spatial reasoning, geography, problem-solving, and collaboration. Starter kits pair an Osmo base with games for defined age ranges.

Osmo uses a paid, one-time purchase model rather than recurring subscription tiers. Pricing starts at $29.99 USD for a one-time purchase. Starter kits include the Osmo base and games, while additional physical games and their accompanying apps support different subjects and age ranges. The paid purchase adds access to the physical game pieces, the Osmo base and reflector system, and the related tablet activities. The product does not use a free plan.

The main constraint is hardware dependency: families need an Osmo base and reflector, plus a compatible iPad or Amazon Fire tablet. The compatible device must be connected to the internet, which limits use where connectivity is restricted. Its wide subject coverage may also be less suitable for buyers seeking a single-purpose reading, math, or coding app. Families wanting broader device support, offline play, or dedicated teacher and progress-management tools should consider an alternative educational game platform.

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Osmo integrations

Osmo lists 2 integrations on its own site.

• iPad
• Amazon Fire tablets

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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