leap pad vs inno tab any suggestions?? Our kids love their mobigos. Our 5 year old now needs more reading and writing skills....which to get??
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The only movies it plays are the ones you can download from the leap frog connect. Some discovery animal ones, the leap frog learning dvds and they just added episodes of word world. It does not have any music to download. So that is one major difference. The only things you are able to download have to come from the leap frog connect site. Where inno tab you can download your own music /videos on the sd card, if you can figure out the format to put them in! Someone commented somewhere......Get the LeapPad if you are steering more for education.......the innotab more for entertainment! That is what helped me. The only movies it plays are the ones you can download from the leap frog connect. Some discovery animal ones, the leap frog learning dvds and they just added episodes of word world. It does not have any music to download. So that is one major difference. The only things you are able to download have to come from the leap frog connect site. Where inno tab you can download your own music /videos on the sd card, if you can figure out the format to put them in! Someone commented somewhere......Get the LeapPad if you are steering more for education.......the innotab more for entertainment! That... » Read More The only movies it plays are the ones you can download from the leap frog connect. Some discovery animal ones, the leap frog learning dvds and they just added episodes of word world. It does not have any music to download. So that is one major difference. The only things you are able to download have to come from the leap frog connect site. Where inno tab you can download your own music /videos on the sd card, if you can figure out the format to put them in! Someone commented somewhere......Get the LeapPad if you are steering more for education.......the innotab more for entertainment! That is what helped me. « Show Less
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We have a LeapPad, it's pretty expensive to load it up with games/books and doesn't seem worth the high price tag. I am considering returning it for a Vtech. The camera on the LeapPad is OK, but now I realize I would rather have the option to load music and movies.
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Hands down the LeapPad, it seems a lot more versatile; not very good reviews on the Inno on their own homepage. Vtechkids.com
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i cant even get my computer to recognize the innotab? I cant put anything on it if it wont even recognize it.
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I disagree, just having spent an hour reading reviews for both. The LeapPad has lots of bad reviews, the only complaint on the InnoTab is the battery consumption (I read ALL of them on vtech's website.)The huge difference between the 2 is the ability to play movies on the Vtech. But the LeapPad takes pictures, so it depends on what you are looking for.
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Just checking, the Leapad does NOT play videos or music? We were about to buy it for my 5 years old nephew, but I we want something that can play movies and music, so we don't have carry his portable dvd player along anymore, or use our phones for him to watch videos or listen to music. I had not even considered the Innotab, but being able to play videos and music on the tablet is hands down better than having a built in camera, imo. Could somebody confirm this, thank you.
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After all this discussion, it almost seems like it would be easier to just buy a cheap tablet and load it with educational aps.
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Can I put movies on an SD card to give to my nephew on Christmas Eve with his Innotab? Or does it have to come from the computer that he may eventually hook up to the Innotab (my brother's computer)?
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I bought both the Explorer and LeapPad for my 3 and 5 year olds for Christmas. I bought a couple of game cartridges as well as app cards. How do you install the apps in both? I was told at TRU that you could only install an app on one device. Good to know that he was wrong.
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That's really up to you. The advantage for us was that there are reading programs (the ultra books) that only work on the LeapPad. That and my boys have lost the Explorer stylus and the screen is dinged up and we just chose to upgrade. You could probably hang in until your Explorer gives out and upgrade then.
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Sticker shock is only relative to "free" apps on iPads. Those apps are worthless. Leapfrog apps are well designed by educators and researchers and fit into a holistic curriculum that crosses devices. They are worth every penny. They're far superior to the rest of what's out there. Check in with LeapFrog after the holidays and take advantage of the frequent app sales. You'll only need half a dozen or so beyond what's included.
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Hi There! I would say...after playing a little with both...that they are quite equal! I like the Leap Frog Learning Path. It is great to see how my son is doing and what he is learning. Vtech has a similar, but not as parent oriented program..its called vsmile world or something. The part I really like about the VSmile is that you can play the same games in their home game systems as well. I am getting my son the new Vsmile Motion for Xmas. It is like a Wii for younger kids. It will play all of the Vsmile games as well. Very cool. I would say they are both excellent choices...but I have always liked Vtech products. I might be a little biased...who knows!??! Good Luck! Hope this helps!
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Whenever I look, downloads do cost more. However, you can currently use them on three leappads. I have three kids that always want the same thing... so yay there! -- I did get three different leappads so they would be able to locate them quickly. They each come with their own "special" programs ... something to keep in mind.
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The leap frog is a piece of junk. My muse doesn't work well either. It is not sensitive enough. My kid hates the leap frog. It is so lame. Good luck with yours! Sorry I can't be more helpful.
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Hi, My daughter has the Leapster 2. It has one game installed and there is also a "paint" option, kind of like Windows "draw." She rarely played with those features, but they're not bad features. The game has dragons and you have to chase letters or something like that. If I'm not mistaken you can also download a game or two from the site. Just the same, I would definitely consider getting your niece a game to go with it -- Leapfrog.com was having a sale, maybe still is, which made many of the cartridges very affordable. My daughter loved Digging for Dinosaurs, Wall-e, the Backyardigans, and Finding Nemo in particular. She got the Disney Princess game but only played with it once. It looked like a real stinker. If cost is a consideration (as it is for me) maybe just let her parents know that you got her a Leapster 2 so they can plan on getting her a game or two. And how nice of you to get her such a lovely gift! It is a truly educational tool and was a huge hit in my house.
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Definitely not the Leappad. I'd go with the Kindle Fire because you can do so much more on it. In either case, don't buy too early as the return clock is ticking and be sure to give a gift receipt. :) Good luck!
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I do not have any left at home to send but this is the item description I look up online. Item Description Give your child the ultimate kids tablet with the LeapFrog LeapPad2 Totally Barbie Bundle. This Barbie LeapPad2 Explorer tablet includes 4GB memory and loads of features. You child can take pictures and videos with front-and-back cameras and video recorders. They can play, draw and write on the 5-inch touch screen with the included stylus. They can tilt and shake for motion-based play, customize and care for a lovable pet and create masterpieces in the Art Studio. The LeapFrog LeapPad2 Totally Barbie Bundle includes a limited-edition LeapPad2, fashionable carrying case, eight glamorous wallpapers, rhinestone stickers, nine apps (onboard and downloadable), and a $20 digital download card (see terms). It works with LeapFrog's library of 800+ educator-approved apps, games, eBooks, videos, music, and more. LeapFrog LeapPad2 Explorer Totally Barbie Bundle (includes LeapPad2 Tablet plus Bonus Barbie Accessories): Comes with LeapPad2 Tablet, Barbie Carrying Case, 8 Wallpapers, Rhinestone Stickers, 9 Apps, and $20 Digital Download Card Inspires kids to create, learn and explore Comes with nine apps (onboard and downloadable) 4GB memory Front-and-back cameras/video recorders Play, draw and write on the kids tablet 5" touch screen with the included stylus Tilt and shake for motion-based play Works with LeapFrog's library of 800+ educator-approved apps, games, eBooks, videos, music and more* Customize and care for a lovable pet Create masterpieces in the Art Studio Learning games draw from 2,600 skills and select games auto-level Parents can also connect to the LeapFrog Learning Path to see the details of their child's play and learning, including levels achieved, skills practiced and recently played games *The LeapFrog educator team approves all LeapFrog content Hardware includes one-year limited warranty
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I'm not familiar with Leapfrog. I agree the price is pretty high, but I'm still happy with the purchase for a 9 year old. This globe has a ton of features usable with the stylus........ plays national anthems, tells distance or flight time between any points, talks about facts of any place you point to, has games where you have to locate countries in one minute, a reference pamphlet to go with the globe, volume control on the stylus....This can occupy a child's curiosity for many hours. I think it's just a matter of one's budget...... and don't drop the globe or stylus on a hard floor.
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go with the leapster 2. my nephew has it. cheaper games and more fun for 4-8 yr olds. For 2-4 the discovery is great but limited, too much advertising, the leapster 2 is very durable. not sure how durable discovery is but possibly. read some of the reviews on the discovery. My father in law got it for my daughter. And my nephews have the leapstere so they can;t share games. either is great but I'd go with the 2. note there is no camera on the discovery
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Thanks. The graphics seem better with Leapfrog compared to our Baby VSmile, and I'd like to buy the VSmile for the game compatibility but can't afford that and a Leapster.
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I always check leapfrogs site to see what is compatible for the boys leappads actually. From there I then search on Amazon for the titles that will work with their systems since they like the cartridges - little hands :) I do think there is a Pixar Cars 2 Ultra that may work with your system - may want to search it and see
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I agree wholeheartedly that it depends on the child. Our daughter received her ds at 5 and had no problems using it right away. Our son just turned 3 and we're considering purchasing something similar for him because he already knows how to do some things on the computer and work portions of my iphone. If you think the stylus may be too difficult for him to handle at this age, go with the leapster or let them try an old gameboy perhaps.
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I don't know anything about explorer but I would go with innotab for value. I discovered after purchase that leap pad 2 does does not allow you to load your photos from your computer and charges for an app to load music. I bought innotab last year for one of my granddaughters and after seeing both would go with innotab
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To be honest, my son is very young and cant fully use it. I figured when he does start using it more, he would be up to date. I would say for the price difference, the 2 prob. Would be smarter. Leap frog has such great products, I am sure the 2 is packed with great stuff and a lot less $.