Education & Reference (641 programs)

Pros: Wide number of lessons. Large database of words and phrases. Includes educational games. Kids get digital stickers as rewards.

Cons: Some lessons only available via paid subscription. Inconsistent mixture of cartoons and photos. Appropriate only for certain age groups. Limited selection of languages.

Pros: Advanced search tools for organising content. Simple tools and design for easy navigation and reading.

Cons: No free version beyond trial unlike similar apps. None! One of the best RRS readers currently available.

Pros: Scans books quickly. Smart collections. Access to loads of search sites and libraries. Produces great reports. Spotlight integration.

Cons: Can't sort by author last name. Scanning with iSight can fail.