GCompris alternatives: 2 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 1, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave GCompris: no iOS app, and macOS build is stuck on an older version. We ranked 2 alternatives by how directly each one replaces GCompris, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Starfall currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#	App	Pricing	Open source	Platforms	Verified facts	Score
1	Starfall	Free plan + paid	No	Web, iOS, Android	8 of 8	62.6
2	Tux Paint	Open source	Yes	Windows, macOS, Linux +1	4 of 4	59.6

1. StarfallTop pick
Best for: Parents and teachers of early readers who want a free, ad-free phonics program
Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android
62.6
score / 100
Why switch from GCompris
Browser-based reading and phonics program from a nonprofit, free for core reading content, works on any device.
Pros
Learn-to-Read program is free with no ads
Structured four-step phonics path
Run by a nonprofit that doesn't collect children's personal data
Cons
Most maths and upper-grade content needs a paid membership
English only and focused on reading
Plain visuals next to commercial kids' apps
Visit Starfall Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.387
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1585
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Starfall a good GCompris alternative?
Verified facts
8 of 8 verified
Learn-to-Read program
Free
Checked Nov 1, 2026starfall.com(opens source in a new tab)
Owner
Starfall Education Foundation (nonprofit)
Checked Nov 1, 2026starfall.com(opens source in a new tab)
Member grade coverage
Pre-K to 5th grade
Checked Nov 1, 2026starfall.com(opens source in a new tab)
Advertising
None
Checked Nov 1, 2026starfall.com(opens source in a new tab)
Starting price
$35 a year (Home Membership)
Checked Nov 1, 2026store.starfall.com(opens source in a new tab)
Teacher's Membership plan
$70 a year
Checked Nov 1, 2026store.starfall.com(opens source in a new tab)
Classroom Membership plan
$195 a year
Checked Nov 1, 2026store.starfall.com(opens source in a new tab)
School Membership plan
$355 a year
Checked Nov 1, 2026store.starfall.com(opens source in a new tab)
2. Tux Paint
Best for: Young children's first drawing app at home or in school computer labs
Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, Android
59.6
score / 100
Why switch from GCompris
Free, open-source drawing app for the same age group when the child mostly wants creative play.
Pros
Free with no ads or in-app purchases
Simple, large tools that young kids can use alone
Runs on almost every desktop platform and Android
Cons
No official iOS app
Drawing only; no structured lessons
Older kids may find it too basic
Visit Tux Paint Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.377
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1585
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Tux Paint a good GCompris alternative?
Verified facts
4 of 4 verified
Age range
3 to 12
Checked Oct 30, 2026tuxpaint.org(opens source in a new tab)
Price
Free, no ads
Checked Oct 30, 2026tuxpaint.org(opens source in a new tab)
License
GPL-2.0
Checked Oct 30, 2026tuxpaint.org(opens source in a new tab)
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Haiku
Checked Oct 30, 2026tuxpaint.org(opens source in a new tab)

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Starfall

Browser-based reading and phonics program from a nonprofit, free for core reading content, works on any device.