CodeLab vs Kodable
CodeLab
codelab.org
Kodable
kodable.comSide by side
| Figure | CodeLab | Kodable |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $10/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 10 |
| Spec score · Coding Education Platforms | 7.6 (#12) | 8.7 (#3) |
| Spec score · Coding Learning Software | 7.6 (#27) | 8.8 (#2) |
| Founded | 2002 | 2012 |
| Integrations | CodeLab supports Canvas, Blackboard, Brightspace, and other learning management systems using LTI 1.1.2. | School plans list Clever Secure Sync, ClassLink rostering and Google Classroom integration. |
| Support | The CodeLab Foundation operates, develops, and supports CodeLab; the Foundation page directs questions to David Arnow. | The Premium school plan includes priority support. |
Plans
Kodable
- Monthly$24.99 a month
- Yearly$119.99 a year
- Lifetime$199.99, paid once
- KickstartFree
- Premium$1,750 a year
- Premium+$2,500 a year
- All Access$3,500 a year
- Monthly$24.99 a month
- Yearly$119.99 a year
- Lifetime$199.99, paid once
In their own words
Kodable
Kodable is a coding, typing, and STEM app suite for children ages 4–10, available on web, iOS, and Android. Children can start with drag-and-drop puzzles and progress to JavaScript without prior experience. Kodable Creator offers guided lessons, challenges, open-ended game creation, and a personalized AI tutor. Kodable Typing teaches home-row placement, accuracy, punctuation, and fluency for grades K–5. Bug World introduces object-oriented programming and JavaScript through a strategy game for students in grade K and above. Teachers can use a dashboard to see what each student has learned, their current progress, and what comes next. Classroom setup supports Google Classroom, Clever, or class codes; paid Premium+ and All Access plans include Clever Secure Sync and ClassLink rostering. Families can choose a free plan or paid plans for up to four child profiles: Monthly is $24.99 a month, Yearly is $9.99 a year as listed, and Lifetime is $199.99, paid once. A 7-day trial is listed. School plans are separately priced. Kodable was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in San Diego.