EdPy vs EdScratch
EdPy
edpyapp.comEdScratch
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| Figure | EdPy | EdScratch |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Robotics Education Software | 7.9 (#12) | 8.9 (#1) |
| Headquarters | Adelaide, South Australia, Australia | Grange, South Australia, Australia |
| Purpose | EdPy is a Python-like text-based programming language for programming Edison robots. | EdScratch is a Scratch-based, vertical drag-and-drop visual programming language for Edison robots. |
| Robot connection | Edison V3 programming uses USB through supported browsers, while Edison V1/V2 use an EdComm cable and audio output. | Programs can be sent to Edison V3 from a computer over USB or from an iPad by flashing the program optically; V1/V2 use the EdComm cable. |
| Teaching resources | The maker offers EdPy lesson plans, student worksheets, teacher guides, tutorials, and downloadable documentation. | The maker offers a free EdScratch lesson set with 98 student activity options organized into six units, plus a teacher’s guide. |
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In their own words
EdScratch
EdScratch is a free, browser-based block programming environment for Edison robots. Its vertical drag-and-drop language is based on Scratch and is described as suitable for students aged 10 and up, including those new to coding. It has versions for Edison V2 and V3, with blocks for driving, LEDs, sound, data, events, control, sensing, operators, and comments. Programs can control robot inputs, manipulate data, and use variables. A built-in bug box checks programs and displays warnings. Users can save programs to a computer and load saved EdScratch files into the online app. Edison V3 can receive programs by USB from a computer or by optical flashing from an iPad; V1 and V2 use the EdComm cable. A free lesson set offers 98 student activity options across six units, along with a teacher’s guide. EdScratch runs online on the web, Windows, macOS, iPadOS, and Android, and requires an internet connection. The interface is in English, while lesson resources are available in multiple languages.