Name: Wonderscope
Rating: 3.99826 (576 reviews)

User Reviews for Wonderscope

4 out of 5

576 Ratings

6 years ago, Cookie351981

Awesome!

My son doesn’t like reading but with this app he enjoys trying. It has trouble hearing you and the music is a bit louder than the characters so you need to be in a quiet area or close to the phone and speak up. My son is quiet and doesn’t pronounce his words well so it’s a bit tough when the app can not understand him or hear him. Other than that this such a great idea! I feel if I point out the words and read out loud my son will get the hang of it and be able to do this on his own. Thank you! We need more games like this ❤️

5 years ago, QueenAdy

Over priced but great concept

There needs to be a way to share between family accounts. Both my kids loved the app, but to give the kids each of the stories is just waaayyy too expensive. Each story is $5 and cannot be shared so each kid has to buy it on their own account. The other issue is that it sometimes doesn’t hear when my kids are reading the words and other times it moves on before my kids are done reading. It can get frustrating. Also, sometimes it can play a story fine on our living room but then will randomly say it’s too dark without the light ever changing. The stories so far are fun and cool. And it is good motivation to read. I would add a subscription service that could be shared between accounts ( like with a parent log in) and I’d be willing to rate it much higher that way.

3 years ago, brandiclinard

Doesn’t support family sharing

I love this app. We have every story. However, I finally got my son his own iPad and tried to share this app and all of the stories since it is supported by family sharing (according to their information in the store) and it is not sharing anything. It shows that I have re purchase all of the stories again. Each one of these is about $4.99 each, that adds up to a pretty penny. Why have it listed as family sharing supported if you aren’t going to allow that? I also contacted the developer already and received an email stating that they weren’t going to make it available to see on the other. Apple should make them REMOVE the identification of family sharing if they are not going to honor it.

6 years ago, Skelar3

Awesome!

I got this app for my 6 year old who is struggling to find things he wants to read. He loved this app!! The AR makes it so interactive and fun. He was so excited about it that he has finished all of the stories in one day and we are now waiting for more to come out. My only complaint would be that you have to pay $5 for each story. I wish you could just pay once and have all of them included. However, I have now paid for all of them because he loves it. I guess it’s worth it to see him excited to read. Maybe. I still wish it weren’t so much for each story.

5 years ago, 901Torres

Great App, Too Costly and Doesn’t recognize voice very well!!

Beautiful Idea. It was creative, poorly interactive and has potential to improve reading skills. It would be a 5 star app if it wasn’t so costly and the voice recognition was better. It was frustrating for my daughter to have to repeat her words over and over and sometimes it skipped the words altogether! It was frustrating!! I purchased 1 story and it gave me credit for an entirely different story and for 5$ you only get one story. I would even understand paying that much if it was a choose your own adventure and the story could be manipulated different ways. I feel cheated and it’s sad because it’s a lovely product.

5 years ago, OaklandNative

Great for young readers!

My daughter has been in love with this app for the last two years. She can’t get enough. The stories are short, but require heavy involvement from the user. This prompts your little one to clearly read what they see on the screen. By highlighting words as they’re recognized, it shows which words need better enunciation and helps guide your child toward better enunciation. Highly recommended, but make sure you have enough space cleared in the room to fit the entire scene.

6 years ago, Pistos_sharath

Unique

I really like the concept of this app. I hope the developers get picked up by some major funding. I am thankful it is not free, as my kids don’t need any more advertising in their lives. However, I am not sure the price point is correct yet. If the stories were a bit longer, or the interactivity was more on point, this app would be a 5 star homerun. Right now it’s a great experience and sweet use of the AR concept. I think having the story move or change location would be a great addition. Also, keep working at that voice recognition, it still makes you repeat yourself several times.

4 years ago, boringidkweirdperson

Sure

I love the app but I don’t like that you have to purchase a lot of things and wish you could get it free. I don’t use it very often because when you try to put the story down it’s really picky and asks to put it in the light in the dark add a pattern and I don’t know where to put it. One more thing is how do you have so much room to play the story??? It’s really fun but it takes up a lot of space. It’s a good app but it needs a little update

6 years ago, vanessa mendicino

This is like the best game ever

Ok I’m 9-10 and I love this game it made me cry it was like it was real. It is super fun and I hope there will be a so many new games and story’s. My favorite so far is the “little red” and what was better is it is a little different from the story. It’s cool how all these characters have there own mind to. I’m still waiting on “outer space”. What I’m trying to say is that thanks for the game and making it. I wanted something like this when I was 4 and I got it and I still love this app.

6 years ago, sandra fan

Great app to get kids moving and reading

I love this app because not only is it helping my daughter learn to read but she’s also moving around with the characters instead of being hunched over, glued to the screen. My six year old loves it because of the augmented reality. It’s incredibly cool! She gets to join the characters in their adventures right there in the middle of the living room. Well done, looking forward to more!

5 years ago, BomTradyC

Very fun app. Children love it.

This app is really well made and children love it. I haven't purchased any other episodes but the free one is great. Gave 4 stars because it could use some more features. A pause voice function so I (the teacher) can say the sentence then have the students repeat it. Also perhaps having a video feature where the kids get in frame and perform something then see themselves doing it. Great app thank you!

2 years ago, Syco7

Very good concept.

I like this app as my daughter has found a way to enjoy reading. My only thing is that the in order for her to purchase another story, her phone needs to request permission from her parents accounts. I have tried several times, but the app never sends the notification to grant permission for purchase. Idk if it’s part of the app or part of apple, but she won’t be able to read more books if she can’t buy them. Please help.

4 years ago, xcz$$@s

I have this app

I have this app because my brother doesn’t know how to read yet when he’s in kindergarten he graduated on May 21 but my brother knows how to read some words but the characters in the app can’t really understand him a lot because he doesn’t know how to read a lot of words so that’s why i train my brother for some Reading that’s why my mom Lilith downloaded it for me

6 years ago, More like apology.net

Few issues - mostly good

Issues - not much content yet and 5$ for the next story(which I purchased ) was not worth it. You need to read the screen but sometimes it just doesn’t hear you. Not a huge deal . The good- The game idea itself is really cool and the free story is pretty incredible. The kids enjoy working their way through this incredible story brought to life.

3 years ago, jopsif

Amazing 🤩 PLEASE READ

This game is just for me I don’t like reading but I like technology and stuff and combine that is Wonderscope a camera to wonder I also liked it that I payed 5 dollars on the game for a different story the only problems I have is you start of with one free story and you pay for the others and it’s just a tad bit over priced

5 years ago, rabbi opinionstein

The game for imagination...

The game is great! It takes you to a new level in your brain. The game is super kid friendly and is great for siblings to play. The only thing about it is... Well you have to spend money on the realms. And sometimes its hard to see and look at it from up close. Yes there is 1 free realm. But its not as fun as the others. either then that it is a great game, great for the kids

5 years ago, hrfijsh

Prefect

Great app and a blessing for people who want to help their children. I see people complaining about the cost, really? Do u realize how much programming went into creating this app? Plus a paper book would be more. Also, u waste that small amount of money at McDonald’s or on video games but your child’s education isn’t worth this cost? Can u tell I’m a teacher...

5 years ago, Pretty Black Rose

Would give more stars but the app lied

I went out and brought an iPhone 6s form my child cause it said that’s what is compatible with and when I try to download it. It’s tells me I have to have XR wow I just brought and wasted money for what if it can not be downloaded I will like a full refund on the other books I purchase

2 years ago, bub2064368

So close

Such a cool concept and my little one mostly liked this. As others have said , it's a bit pricey. $5 for each story is rough considering they are like 10mins. Also I'm experiencing a serious audio issue at the end of each story, the last few mins sound like the same audio is playing 100 times over top of itself. This is on a 2017 iPad Pro 10.5.

5 years ago, Nuclearxp

Refreshingly entertaining kids app

This app embodies the spirit of AR especially in a kids game. It combines reading, AR, interaction in the right amounts. I would easily pay for a few stories. I would like to see more story options and perhaps add more variation each time they go through a story. If they keep the creativity and quality up and produce good content I’ll happily purchase more.

5 years ago, Disawesomw

Cool but some things

I really loved the game but I did not like it when I had to purchase other stories I mean I am ten and I wanted this app so I could have fun and interact with the game so what I really want is that the AR app doesn’t have purchases for the other stories but overall I loved the game and how interactive it was

5 years ago, Sinfully Crazy

NOT DEAF FRIENDLY

I have downloaded so many educational apps, trying to find the right apps for my deaf children. I have 2 deaf toddlers. Yet, NONE of developers even think about us disabled people. DEAF DO EXIST! Since this app doesn’t have captions where deaf kids can read and learn. This is NOT deaf friendly. I wish there’s some kind of app that are deaf friendly and we can learn together. Please think about adding captions for deaf children, and please don’t make us speak into microphone, not all of us deaf are able to speak. We cannot really speak well. Thanks

5 years ago, Kimme78

Love this!♥️

I absolutely love this app! My son is autistic and I have always had a difficult time getting him to read. I showed him one of the stories and told him what to do and he started reading word for word!😀 Tears of joy came to my eyes when I seen him interacting with the stories♥️ We can’t wait for new stories😍

6 years ago, Zip flyer

Awesome app for kids and parents!!

I wasn’t too sure what exactly AR does, but of course my son does and he found this on his own. He’s 11 and thought it was for little kids at first but then tried it and loved it. What a cool app! So nice to be doing something together on our iPad instead of him just playing a game alone!

6 years ago, iPadRick8

Incredible game

I’m really enjoying this game. Really unique how the game takes place in your own house and it’s really involving and fun. I really think augmented reality games are the future. Only part I don’t like is the stories are too short and you have to pay for new ones. Works great on my iPad 2017

6 years ago, Victoria3720

Needing more!

I love the concept of this app. My son who currently has a hard time reading or even trying to enjoy it, loves the app. I wish there were more stories or apps even like this one. This app not only encourages my son to read but is helping him read better. Please at more or update faster. I most definitely recommend this app if more was added!

5 years ago, Stop dipping in the mustard

Somewhat Disappointed.

I really want to give this app a five star review but the voice recognition is horrible. There should be voice training to tailor it to the indIvidual, especially children whose voices range from one end of the spectrum to the other. The concept however deserves a five and will be great if that can be fixed and make it more interactive.

5 years ago, JustinRuch

Love it!

Love this app. Downloaded 4 books so far and love them all. Microphone sensitivity needs to work a bit better and be a bit forgiving for kids. Also the arrow covers some of the words on the bottom of the screen. Be great to see longer stories become available.

5 years ago, RainbowAligator101

Amazing game, just one thing...

I think that this game is wonderful and multiple ages would enjoy it. The only thing holding you guys back is the fact that the other stories cost $5.00! I don’t think that it is worth it. I am 11 and even I know that is an unfair price!

6 years ago, Nathalia Garrett2

This needs to change

Why do you have only one choice of what to pick why do you have to pay for them I want that to change everything else is good but I just want that to change👌👌👌

6 years ago, RanjithAnantha

Good app but, Too costly need to buy each story

The way it prepared is awesome, but there is only one free story and one paid story around 5$, not sure how big it is. May be it will come with more stories, but if each story cost of 5$ then it is very costly app to maintain it, because kids always wants new stories and you will end up with lot money and more than Netflix.

6 years ago, NikkiLove247

😔🥰

We just downloaded the app. It’s hard to get my daughter to read traditional books so see was reluctant to try but when she did she wanted more. Please grow the library and advance the reading levels.🥰😍🤩

3 years ago, Majestic49

Not happy

I love the app and purchased two of the books when I first downloaded the app a couple of years ago. Now I do not have access to the books anymore. I have to pay for them again. I am not sure if it’s due to the update or not.

6 years ago, Raejae411

Pricey

The app is really cool and my kid is very interested in it except for only being able to do one story or you have to pay five dollars for another one I don’t like that you have to pay for all of it so he’s been watching the same story over and over

5 years ago, Mattykaz1219

Lost my purchases

My kids love this app and it’s a really cool concept. I would rate 5 stars but the problem I have with it is that when they updated the app I lost multiple in game purchases. I paid $4.99 twice to unlock stories and now they’re gone. If I hit the restore purchases, nothing happens. A real disappointment.

6 years ago, Noname42

Great addition to our nightly routine

Our son loves this so much that we have added to our nightly routine. We only have two of the stories so far but rotate them each night. Looking forward to more stories.

6 years ago, savvysaint

Won’t load all the way on our IPad

Works good on our phones, kids love it, just wished it would load on our kids IPad. We are able to pick a story, it starts to load then the app stops working and takes me to my home screen

6 years ago, Vabronxboogie

Worth it!!!

Omg I love it and I’m an adult. My son likes it too!!! This is so fun outdoors and indoors! Bought him an iTunes card for Xmas so the books he wants can be bought if he likes. This is a fun way of reading. To actually see the environment I’m in get more cool with this app is awesome.

6 years ago, NalaMommy

Interactive Fun

Our children love using this app together! Such a fun app to watch them taking turns together and moving around the house while reading out loud. Lots of laughs going on here. It truly comes alive right in your own home

6 years ago, dreah323

Fantastic!

My first interactive experience with AR. The prompts were clear and the experience was so much fun. Looking forward to the next time I use it. Great job. So creative! I’m even old and really liked it! Not just for kids.

6 years ago, iloveicecream1235

Fun but need to pay

It’s good and fun but unless you want to read one story every single time and it’s the same one then this is not the app for you unless you want to pay to read another one.

6 years ago, Hawaii808Island

Crazy fun!!

The only thing keeping me from giving this 5stars is not being able to transport myself into this virtual world!! A Must play adventure! You get one free adventure with three stories. Other adventures are in app purchases. This app is moving in the right direction.

5 years ago, Flips75

Why

Why is the space mini game in your game not ready yet just name it something like space adventure or space travel please because I really like space and would really love it From T cup

6 years ago, ccoplon

A refreshingly POSITIVE use of screen time

Engaging stories that encourage children to explore and discover new information. This is one of the few good educational apps for kids… no mindless tapping or swiping. Really looking forward to seeing more!

5 years ago, freakysonia11

Love the App

I love the app i wish it would have more books and more reading for children. It has potential to grow. 5 star for me because both my kids love it.

5 years ago, .$:&2(38/@2?

Pay to read books

I love wonder-scope and it’s very unique! But you can only read the rabbit book and you also have to pay to read the other books which is a bummer. My kids hate reading the same books so I had to delete the game. I didn’t want to pay to read the books. But other wise it’s very good

6 years ago, Tamellon

Best game ever

I love this game and I am 8, my mom won’t pay for Wonderscope for me so I need to find a way to make 10 dollars at least to get both stories you have to pay for. New way to make my mom to make me do chores lol 😂. Love this game 😊!

5 years ago, Pritesh Desai

Best use of AR I’ve ever seen

I’ve tried most of all the VR and AR stuff out there this was the best implementation of AR I’ve ever tried. Start to end it was captivating and enchanting. Would love to see more stories enacted in AR and hopefully they’ll launch a VR app too.

6 years ago, llilitali

Fun concept but stories are too expensive

Very fun concept but only the first story is free and there are only 2 other stories available for $5 each. Quickly becomes a very expensive app. Characters are cute and interactive. Microphone doesn’t always hear you say the words to move on.

6 years ago, IMBAnubis

Incredible idea but poor implementation

This is definitely a fantastic idea. The characters are fun, and conversation are intriguing to kids. AR detection is good (better than a lot of other AR games). However that’s all the pros i can think of. 1. The voice system is buggy. It constantly failed to catch our words. 2. Story is too short and it doesn’t have many interactions. 3. It only stays at one location and there’s not much “exploration”. 4. No preview for the locked stories. With all the issues above, I probably won’t be interested in buying the rest of them.

Description

Imagine your favorite book came to life on your floor and asked you to play a part in the story! Wonderscope is an award-winning iOS app for kids that uses augmented reality to transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary stories. Through your Wonderscope, you can see the story take place all around you, whether you open the app in your room or outdoors. Read your lines aloud to engage with and talk to characters, and help them solve problems along the way. WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT WONDERSCOPE New York Magazine: “For parents with younger kids, I’ve got at least one thing that could assuage some of that guilt about screen time: Wonderscope.” Vogue: “What if you could give your child an iPad for an hour and not feel guilty about it?... an app that makes kids smile and feel confident as they read absolutely feels like a win.” Fast Company: “Because kids look through the iPad to see the story on the other side, Wonderscope won’t close them off to the outside world.” CNET: “To get a sense of Wonderscope, imagine if Snapchat filters or Pokemon Go went to work at Pixar after graduating from Juilliard.” Variety: “The future of storytelling is happening all around us — we just have to look through the right lens to see it.” Common Sense Media: ""It feels almost magical to watch as suddenly animated characters and scenery pop up all around you as part of ... engaging stories."" WIRED, regarding Wonderscope story Clio's Cosmic Quest: ""It might be the best 8-minute astronomy lesson out there."" In December 2019, Wondersope was awarded a BAFTA Children’s Award for its inaugural story, “A Brief History of Amazing Stunts by Astounding People,” created in partnership with PRELOADED. GROWING LIBRARY OF INCREDIBLE STORIES “Sinclair Snake: Museum Mischief” - Be a junior detective in our newest story, Sinclair Snake: Museum Mischief! Explore 4 different exhibits, and learn about dinosaurs, Egypt, medieval times, and gems! “Willowcrest Manor” - In this spooky adventure, kids become the ghost of a haunted house and scare thieves away from a hidden treasure! “Lauren and the Three Bears” - A modernization of the classic fable, with a twist! Kids meet Lauren, a sharp, savvy kid who questions the common trope of fairy tales that assumes children can’t be trusted to make smart decisions. “Clio’s Cosmic Quest” - In this interactive galactic adventure, kids meet Clio, a tiny particle of stardust, and help her battle bullying while learning about star formation! “A Brief History of Amazing Stunts by Astounding People” - In this BAFTA Award-winning non-fiction series, kids take part in three of history’s most impossible stunts and meet the real people who made them happen. “Little Red the Inventor” - In this EQ focused modernization of Little Red Riding Hood, kids meet Red, a shy girl who loves to invent! Kids help her build her inventions and gain the confidence required to stand up to the Big Bad Wolf. “Wonder's Land Ringmaster Wanted” - Kids meet Wonder, the ringmaster of Wonder’s land, and help him bring everyone together for the carnival’s big show! EXPLORE, LEARN, IMAGINE, AND COLLABORATE - Move around to explore and discover magical worlds wherever you are - Meet, help, and talk to pioneers, inventors, and heroes as you adventure together - Learn brave, smart lessons from characters as you interact with them COMPATIBLE DEVICES - Only devices with iOS 11 and newer are compatible with this app - Only iPhones 6S and newer are compatible with this app - Only iPad 2017, iPad Pro, and newer are compatible with this app SAFETY, PRIVACY, AND SUPPORT - This app requires access to the device's camera and microphone for augmented reality and voice-recognition - 100% Safe & Private. No personal data is recorded or saved - This app encourages movement in physical space, so please be watchful of your surroundings