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The best Code Learning alternative to Scratch is Code.org, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Scratch and 19 are Code Learning Services so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Code Learning Service alternatives to Scratch are ScratchJr, Construct 3, Programming Hub and Glicode.

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  1. Code.org icon

    Code.org

     63 likes

    Code.org is a non-profit whose goal is to expose all students to computer programming. We believe that computer programming is a liberal art; it's something EVERY student in the world should be exposed to at some point in their childhood education.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • US flagUnited States
    Code Lab
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  2. ScratchJr icon

    ScratchJr

     4 likes

    Coding is the new literacy! With ScratchJr, young children (ages 5-7) can program their own interactive stories and games. In the process, they learn to solve problems, design projects, and express themselves creatively on the computer.

    28 ScratchJr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
    • US flagUnited States
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  4. Construct 3 icon

    Construct 3

     80 likes

    Browser-based 2D game creation engine using a visual event-driven system, integrates JavaScript for advanced development, requires no installation or prior programming, supports exporting to HTML5, mobile platforms, Xbox One, and enables real-time editing on any device.

    56 Construct 3 alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
    Add 3D into your games easily
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    Construct 3

    Browser-based 2D game creation engine using a visual event-driven system, integrates JavaScript for advanced development, requires no installation or prior programming, supports exporting to HTML5, mobile platforms, Xbox One, and...

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  6. Programming Hub icon

    Programming Hub

     21 likes

    The best app to learn 14+ programming languages such as Python, Assembly, HTML, VB.NET, C, C++, C# (C Sharp), JavaScript, PHP, Ruby, R Programming, CSS, Java and much more!.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • IN flagIndia
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    Glicode

     4 likes

    GLICODE TM turns every packet of Pocky into a bite-sized coding lesson. By laying out Pocky in the right order, you can use Japan’s (and the world's) favourite snacks to learn algorithmic thinking in a fun and engaging way.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • JP flagJapan
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  9. CodeAvengers icon

    CodeAvengers

     13 likes

    Code Avengers is the fun, easy way to learn Javascript, the computer programming language of the web. Learners of all ability will enjoy the free interactive online lessons. Be a Coding Superhero with Code...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  10. Hopscotch icon

    Hopscotch

     1 like

    Learn to code and make your own games with Hopscotch.

    CREATE Whether games, art, stories, or more, you can code whatever you want with kid-friendly programming. Publish your creations to Hopscotch’s fully moderated community, where kids can play and learn from your games.

    PLAY .

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
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  11. Hyperskill - JetBrains Academy icon

    Hyperskill - JetBrains Academy

     22 likes

    Hyperskill is an educational platform for future professionals with the opportunity to learn theory and practice by programming your own working applications.

    68 Hyperskill - JetBrains Academy alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • CZ flagCzechia
    • European Union flagEU
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  12. Codelearn icon

    Codelearn

     15 likes

    Teaching technology via app development. Learn By Doing : We believe that the best way to learn a language is to attempt building something on it. With tests to check your progress, our courses help you learn while coding.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Online
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  13. Coderbyte icon

    Coderbyte

     21 likes

    Coderbyte is a place built for anyone to practice and perfect their programming skills. Challenges are added almost every day so you can work on applying your algorithmic thought process on any problem you want at anytime.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
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    Levinux

     10 likes

    Levinux – A Tiny Version of Linux for Education

    Levinux (download ~20 MB) is a tiny virtual Linux server that runs from USB or Dropbox with a double-click (no install or admin rights required) on Macs, Windows or Linux PCs—making it the perfect learning environment, and way to r.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • US flagUnited States
    What does Levinux look like? When you double-click the launch script, a black window that looks much like this will pop up. The first time you run Levinux, it will “inflate” by hitting a software repository to pull down a webserver and an SSH server. You need an Internet connection and not-too-restrictive firewall for this to work correctly.
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    CodeHS

     17 likes

    Teaching computer science to high school by providing web-based curriculum, teacher tools and resources, and professional development.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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