Scratch

Scratch is a free visual programming language from MIT that lets children and beginners create games, animations, and interactive stories by snapping together code blocks. There is no typing of syntax, so learners focus on logic and creativity.

Key Features

Block-based visual programming, no typing needed
Create games, animations, and stories
Free and runs in the browser
Large community for sharing and remixing
Designed by MIT for ages 8-16
Builds logic and creative thinking skills

Pricing

Plan	Price	Details
Free	$0	Scratch is free for everyone, in the browser and offline.

Prices as listed in 2026 research. Always check the official site for the latest price — plans change. Free plan: Yes — it has a free plan.

Best for: children aged 8 to 16 learning their first programming concepts through play.
Popular with: Students, Teachers

How it works

The platform includes a large community where users share projects, remix each other's work, and learn from examples. It is used in schools around the world as the first introduction to programming, and it builds the thinking skills behind coding.

Scratch is completely free and runs in the browser, with offline editors available too. It is the ideal starting point for kids aged 8 to 16 who want to learn how to code by making things.

Pros and Cons

✓ Pros

Completely free, from MIT
No syntax errors to frustrate beginners
Huge community and shared projects
Used by schools worldwide

✗ Cons

Not a real text-based language
Limited for advanced programming
Projects stay simple by design

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scratch free?

Yes — Scratch has a free plan. Free

What is Scratch best for?

children aged 8 to 16 learning their first programming concepts through play.

What kind of tool is Scratch?

Scratch is a Education & Learning tool on VerlumoAI.

Key Features

Pricing

How it works

Pros and Cons

✓ Pros

✗ Cons

Frequently Asked Questions

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