Fisher Price ixl VS Leapster Explorer: Which one is the better choice?
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I also have been debating between both devices. I build PC's as a hobby, so I thought it would be an easy decision to make. Wrong!! I've gone back and forth several times looking over the specifications of each and this is my personal conclusion. I am getting the Leapster Explorer because: The screen area is larger on the Explorer The Fisher Price ixl does not have charging stand available The ixl doesn't have a program like Learning Path for the Explorer. The device doesn't aid parents in tracking kids progress very well. Due to the construction of the ixl, the Explorer is built to last a lot longer. The flip top on the ixl looks much too easy to break off. Well, that's my opinion.... Good luck to all of you.
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I purchased the fisher price ixl and my 2 year 9 month old he loves it and was able to use it with a little bit of instruction from me and a few minutes later was able to use it on his own telling " Mommy, I'll do it myself". I was looking at systems on ebay and a lady had listed the explorer not beacuse it was bad system it just was a little over her son's head so they replaced it with the leaspter 2 system he was 3 years old.
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the kids have a leappad2....and as long as it says "explorer" on the front...it works on this leap pad!!
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I'm thinking so was looking at it for a 6 year old rather then innotab or leap pad. I also checked out the getjar markplace and they have several games we can get for them all free as well. Other reveiwers also said that you can put amazon market place on to it.
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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've been looking at the Vsmile and the Leapster with the stylus. Is this what you are comparing? I'm wondering if the graphics, game quality, etc. are equal, but I'm also wondering if the Leapster with stylus is easier to run for 3 year olds. The Leapster and its cartidges are more expensive, but the stylus on the Vsmile is used on a screen the is separate from the graphics screen. Do you know anything about these questions? I've only got so much money, and I'm concerned about making the "wrong" choice.Thanks!
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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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There many from fisher price. Just choose the one appropriate for you and your chilf
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Hey there Happy Momma. From what I know, you cannot use the Leapster Explorer recharger station with the LeapsterGS. You would need to get the recharging battery station specifically made for the LeapsterGS.
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True about pricing. I would just get the Leap Frog Letter Factory Phonics (under $19 the day I'm writing this) and attach magnets to the back if you want the option of sticking it to something.
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Yes! We had the LeapPad and just purchased the LeapPad 2 and the Leapster Explorer GS for my son. The cartridges work just fine.
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The downloadable ones from LeapFrog are anywhere from $5 to $20 on average. The ones we usually get are between $7 and $10. The games and Ultra e-books are $20 - $25 at the stores.
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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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We only have an explorer, but according to the leapfrog website, it will work on leappad 1 & 2 and on explorer and gs.
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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, 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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I brought mine for my 3 yr old last year. Her new sister, now 18 months, loves to use the coloring action on the Leapster. She drags it around my tile kitchen and bathroom, turns it off and on constantly, and preety much tries to destoy it on her own. That thing takes a licking and keeps on ticking. I am actually trying to find a used one for the little one.