Tech riderRev. 30 Sept 2026
- 1Runs onAndroid, Browser, iOS, Mac, Web, Windows
- 2CostsFree plan · paid from $16.58/mo
- 3Robot simulatorYes
- 4Coding modesblock + text
- 5Classroom toolsYes
- 6Curriculum libraryYes
- 7Supported robotsVEX 123, VEX GO, VEX AIM, VEX IQ, VEX EXP, VEX V5, VEX CTE, VEX AIR
- 8Learner levelmixed
8 lines stated Written from the maker's own pages: vexrobotics.com
Overview
VEXcode is ranked #4 of 26 in robotics education software on Specifiction. It runs on Android, Browser extension, iOS, macOS, Web, Windows. There is a free plan. Paid plans start at $16.58/mo.
VEXcode plans and pricing
All plansVEXcode VR Free Free Blocks · 15 playgrounds with basic graphics · curriculum and activities · online resources vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
VEXcode VR Enhanced $199/yr $199/educator per year Blocks and Python in browser · 18+ playgrounds · learning submission · offline version vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
VEXcode VR Premium $499/yr $499/educator per year Blocks, Switch, and Python in browser · 20+ playgrounds with AI and Data Science · competitions · learning submission · offline version vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
Compared on robotics education software
- Free plan
- Yesvexrobotics.com
- Robot simulator
- Yesvexrobotics.com
- Coding modes
- block_and_textvexrobotics.com
- Classroom tools
- Yesvexrobotics.com
- Curriculum library
- Yesvexrobotics.com
- Supported robots
- VEX 123, VEX GO, VEX AIM, VEX IQ, VEX EXP, VEX V5, VEX CTE, VEX AIRvexrobotics.com
- Learner level
- mixedvexrobotics.com
- Supported platforms
- Web, Windows, macOS, iPadOS, Androidvexrobotics.com
Facts
- Purpose
- VEXcode is coding software for VEX robotics users from kindergarten through college and beyond.vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
- Consistent interface
- VEXcode uses a consistent interface across VEX platforms so users can progress without relearning new software.vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
- Robotics platforms
- The VEXcode page lists versions for VEX 123, GO, AIM, IQ, EXP, V5, CTE, and AIR.vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
- VEXcode VR access
- VEXcode VR runs in a browser without installation, and its page says it works on iPad, Android tablets, Amazon Fire, Chromebook, Windows, and Mac.vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
- VR classroom use
- VEXcode VR requires no student accounts, and each license includes access for the educator’s students in school and at home.vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
- VR activities
- VEXcode VR includes curriculum and activities, and teachers can edit its Google Docs activities.vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
- VS Code integration
- The VEX VS Code Extension supports C++ and Python and lists Git, AI Copilot, and Live Share among its integration options.vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
- Extension compatibility
- The VEX VS Code Extension works on Windows and Mac, requires VS Code 1.66 or later, and supports IQ (2nd gen), EXP, V5, CTE, and AIR.vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
- Extension tools
- The extension provides VEX API IntelliSense, integrated documentation, firmware updates, project imports and templates, and hardware troubleshooting tools.vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
- Product lifecycle
- The VEX VS Code Extension replaced VEXcode Pro V5, which is end-of-life; VEXcode Blocks and VEXcode Text remain actively developed and supported.vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
- Privacy compliance statement
- The maker says its applications comply with applicable U.S. privacy laws including COPPA and FERPA because they do not collect personal user data.vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
- Support
- The VEX support page lists product and software support by email and phone, with U.S. phone support Monday through Friday, 7am–5pm CST.vexrobotics.com · 30 Sept 2026
Company
- Headquarters
- Greenville, Texas, United Statesvexrobotics.com · 28 Sept 2026
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Sources
- vexrobotics.com/vexcode· checked 30 Sept 2026
- vexrobotics.com/vexcode/vr· checked 30 Sept 2026
- vexrobotics.com/vexcode/vscode-extension· checked 30 Sept 2026
- vexrobotics.com/software-privacy-policy· checked 30 Sept 2026
- vexrobotics.com/support· checked 30 Sept 2026