FinchBlox vs GOVIN IDE
FinchBlox
learn.birdbraintechnologies.comGOVIN IDE
cares.goa.gov.inSide by side
| Figure | FinchBlox | GOVIN IDE |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | Yes | — |
| Web | Yes | — |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Spec score · Robotics Education Software | 8.9 (#2) | 7.5 (#22) |
| Hardware features | The Finch Robot 2.0 includes drawing support, line tracking, radio messaging, light, obstacle and sound sensing, full-color LEDs, a buzzer, compass, and a plastic-brick adapter. | It includes pin mapping, custom blocks for Robotic Hardware Kit components, custom firmware, firmware flashing, and a way to add microcontroller libraries. |
| Headquarters | Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States | Goa, India |
| Support | The FinchBlox course directs users with questions to [email protected]. | The CARES page lists technical assistance at [email protected], with contact hours Monday to Friday, 09:30 am to 05:45 pm IST. |
Plans
In their own words
FinchBlox
FinchBlox is BirdBrain Technologies’ block-based coding app for programming the Finch Robot 2.0. Its three levels build from sequencing the robot’s motors, lights, and buzzer to using parameters, sensors, loops, and concurrent sequences. Students can change code while it runs and remain connected to the robot. The app is free, but connecting the Finch requires a micro:bit with a specific Bluetooth .hex file, placed there using a computer with a USB port. FinchBlox is listed for Windows, Mac, Chrome/Chromebook, iOS, Android, and Kindle Fire. BirdBrain provides tutorials, block descriptions, classroom activities, and a teacher video course; activities include math, mazes, drawing, dance, and stories. The maker says its software is designed for children under 13, requests only permissions needed to function, and does not transmit personal information to BirdBrain. Bluetooth permission is required, and Android also requires location permission for Bluetooth.
GOVIN IDE
GOVIN IDE has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.