Khan Academy app – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Khan Academy app

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app2015

92%

WISE Score

4.6

App Store

The ultimate 'anti-brain-rot' app that turns a smartphone into a world-class library without the icky dopamine loops.

Khan Academy app

app

Everyone, 2015

92%

WISE Score

4.6

App Store

The ultimate 'anti-brain-rot' app that turns a smartphone into a world-class library without the icky dopamine loops.

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Screenwise Verdict

Khan Academy is the rare app that actually delivers on the promise of the internet. It’s a clean, focused, and deeply respectful learning environment.

It isn't going to compete with Roblox for your kid's attention on its own—it’s a utility, not a toy. But as a tool for academic growth, it’s basically peerless. If your kid is struggling with a specific math concept or just wants to go down a rabbit hole about art history, this should be the first place they go.

It’s a 'must-install' for any family device, even if it only gets opened during homework hour.

Age Fit

Best for ages 10 and up. While the content starts at a basic level, the interface and video-heavy format are geared toward students who can work independently. For the 2-8 crowd, look for the 'Khan Academy Kids' app instead.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

It's the digital equivalent of a patient, brilliant tutor. The tone is consistently encouraging, focusing on the 'mastery' of skills rather than just passing tests. It lacks the chaotic pacing and high-sensory noise of modern entertainment apps.

Imaginative

While it sparks curiosity across a massive range of subjects—from Australian fire-stick farming to macroeconomics—it is primarily an instructional tool. It doesn't offer 'sandbox' creativity or building, but it does invite deep intellectual exploration.

Safe

As a non-profit, Khan Academy is the gold standard for safety. There are no ads, no manipulative microtransactions, and no 'loot boxes.' The app specifically strips out the community discussion features found on the website to keep the mobile experience focused and secure.

Enriching

This is pure academic fuel. It provides high-quality, expert-vetted instruction for free. Whether it's remediation or getting ahead, the value here is massive and legitimately life-changing for many students.

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Why It Might Be Great

Zero cost for the kind of tutoring people usually pay $100/hour for.
The mastery system means kids actually have to learn the concept before moving on, no faking it.
Covers everything from basic addition to college-level organic chemistry.
Offline mode is a lifesaver for long car rides where you want them doing something better than scrolling TikTok.

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What to Watch For

It’s not 'fun' in a gaming sense; it feels like school, even if it's the best version of school.
The app is missing the computer programming and community features found on the desktop site.

Conversation Starters

"What’s one thing you learned today that I definitely don't know?"
"Do the hints actually help, or do they just give away the answer?"
"If you could teach a class on any of these topics, which one would you pick?"

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