Report updated Mar 30, 2026
Blaze & the Monster Machines
v6.1Preschool-aged children and their parents looking for educational entertainment that combines character-driven gaming with foundational STEM learning.
What Is Blaze & the Monster Machines?
Launched Jan 15, 2015
Updated Mar 2018
What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
What does it look like?
What are the key features?
Racing gameplay that incorporates scientific principles like velocity, traction, and force.
Allows users to draw their own race courses and experiment with 15 different STEM-based items.
105 total levels across multiple locations that increase in difficulty.
What do users think? iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a frustrated sentiment. Users appreciate child engagement, but report app crashes and stability and aggressive monetization.”
What Users Love
My 3 year old loves Blaze and loves this game.
Both my 4 year old boy and 6 year old girl can't get enough of this app.
Pain Points
Every time I try opening it it crashes.
It loads everything up until it is loading the race, then the screen goes blank and it kicks you out.
After paying $4 for an app you can only race on 3 tracks then you have to pay 1.99 each to race on the remaining 4 locked tracks.
High confidence · 49 reviews available
How is it ranked?
| Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Paid | #50 | ▲37 |
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Strong Nick Jr. brand recognition
- High engagement for target demographic
- Unique STEM-based educational gameplay
Cons
- Severe technical instability and crashes
- Aggressive/predatory monetization perception
- Outdated app maintenance
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Transition to a more user-friendly monetization model
- Stability patches for modern OS compatibility
- Expansion of educational modules
Market Threats
- High-quality free-to-play competitors
- Negative review impact on long-term growth
- Parental shift away from paid-upfront children's apps
What are the key takeaways?
Blaze & the Monster Machines is a frustrating education app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 3.7/5 rating from 60 reviews, it frustrates many users from users. Users particularly appreciate child engagement, though app crashes and stability remains a common concern.
Best for: Preschool-aged children and their parents looking for educational entertainment that combines character-driven gaming with foundational STEM learning.
How much does it cost?
Model: freemium
The hybrid model of charging an upfront fee plus additional IAPs is currently driving negative sentiment and perceptions of poor value.
iOS Version
6.1
Release Date
Jan 15, 2015
iOS Price
$3.99