Best educational apps for kids
Learning games, reading programs and creative activity apps for preschool and primary-school children.
3 apps, ordered by visits from AppBreakup and how often our research lists each one as an alternative. Open any app to see its alternatives.
All educational apps for kids
- Alternatives to GCompris
Free, open-source suite of over 100 learning activities for children aged 2 to 10.
Open sourceWindows, Linux, Android, macOS - Alternatives to Starfall
Nonprofit learn-to-read and early learning site with games, songs and books for kids.
Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android - Alternatives to Tux Paint
Free, open-source drawing program designed for children aged 3 to 12.
Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, Android
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Common questions
What are the best educational apps for kids?
Based on how often our research lists them as alternatives and visits from AppBreakup, the leading educational apps for kids right now are GCompris, Starfall and Tux Paint.
Are there free educational apps for kids?
Yes. GCompris (open source), Starfall (free plan + paid) and Tux Paint (open source) have a free option, out of 3 free or freemium apps we track.
Which educational apps for kids are open source?
GCompris and Tux Paint.