VTech InnoTab 2 Learning App Tablet - Pink
VTech InnoTab 2 Learning App Tablet - Pink Reviews
HOW ARE LEAPPAD2 AND INNOTAB2 THE SAME? - Both have the same screen size (2 ½" x 4 ½"), or 5" if you're measuring diagonally. - Both require 4 AA batteries (not included). - Both use a stylus. - Both have a cartridge port for additional games, and uses purchased apps. - Both have an age requirement of 3-9 years. VTech's Amazon page says 4-9 years, but the box and VTech's website state 3-9 years. - Both have a camera. - Both have additional accessories you can buy like gel skins, cases, rechargeable batteries, ac adapters, and headphones. UPDATE: the InnoTab doesn't have a gel skin accessory, just a screen guard you can purchase. LeapPad you can purchase both separately. - Both can be personalize for up to 4 players. - Both have eReaders, MP3 Players (InnoTab's is free, LeapPad's is an additional $3.75 through their App store), art studio, and most of your basic themed books and games. - Both have a mic and volume control. - Some people like to creatively take the tablets out of the box for setup before handing to a child as a gift. LeapPad2 was a bit difficult, but doable. The InnoTab2 is a bit more of a challenge; just use sharp scissors to break the tape and fold out the box carefully. - Both have a parent tracker that allows parents to track their child's progress and success playing a game. HOW ARE LEAPPAD2 AND INNOTAB2 DIFFERENT? - The LeapPad2 is smaller. Actually it looks like with InnoTab2 they were the same size, but they surrounded it with an additional ¼" layer of decorative plastic with rubber corners to help protect it from a fall. For small hands I find it cumbersome. Plus it makes the screen appear smaller. But I do like the rubber corners. - The LeapPad2 has a front and back camera, but the InnoTab2 has only one camera that rotates (creative idea!) - The battery compartment on the InnoTab is easily accessible. Just slide a switch and it opens the compartment. I prefer LeapPad's more secure sliding feature. But if you're using a gel skin on either that helps prevent access. - The LeapPad2 only comes with one stylus, the InnoTab2 comes with two; always a plus in case you loose or break one. The InnoTab2 uses a secure rope loop but I looked everywhere in the packaging and there wasn't one! Also, InnoTab's stylus is pure plastic, flat, and slippery. LeapPad2's stylus is what you're more used to seeing (round like a pencil), and not slippery to hold. - LeapPad2 has 4GB of memory, InnoTab2 2GB... but, you can use an SD card to add an additional 32GB of memory. That's impressive! (SD card not included). I am finding that 2 or 4GB of memory is more than enough for our needs. - LeapPad2 I had to setup using their installation CD before I could play it, but the InnoTab2 you can start playing right away. - VTech has some interesting new apps that come with the InnoTab2 right out of the box, like a calculator app, calendar, notes, and clock. I don't know why, but I find that nice. I couldn't find those apps in LeapFrog's app store. - InnoTab2 has a tilt sensor like an iPad or iPhone and will tilt the screen if held horizontal or vertical. LeapPad2 does not have this feature. UPDATE: LeapPad2 does have this feature, but only with certain apps. For instance, the main screen (home screen with apps) does not tilt like the InnoTab2 will. The InnoTab2 will tilt with just about everything, but the LeapPad2 is limited to certain apps. - LeapPad2's store for purchasing apps is easily accessed. I went to their website and could browse their app selection right away. On VTech's website I couldn't find the app store to save my life. All I could find were the cartridges for sale, which are comparable to LeapFrog's prices. - InnoTab2 has buttons for brightening or dimming the screen, but don't expect much, there's only four bars and it doesn't make a lot of difference. - InnoTab2 has a "?" button that allows you to hear instructions again, or find out more information about an app (nice touch!). - InnoTab2 comes with a manual. LeapPad2 does not. - InnoTab2 you can upload your own videos and pictures (supports JPEG formatted photos, and MJPEG/H.264 videos (avi)). You'll need to convert your videos for use. Quality isn't like an iPad or iPhone, but little kids won't mind. Transferring videos and music is quick and easy. LeapPad2 doesn't have this ability, you can only download/purchase videos from their website to watch. - InnoTab2 has a "kickstand" for standing the tablet up vertically or horizontal. So what's the overall review? Honestly, I feel the InnoTab2 is just what the original LeapPad was: s-l-o-w. InnoTab2 takes 37 seconds to reach the app home screen. LeapPad2 takes 21 seconds. With LeapPad2 it takes almost 5 seconds from the time you select an app for it to start. It takes InnoTab2 almost 8 seconds. It just feels like there's a lot of "loading" going on with the InnoTab2. I'm nit picking of course, but it makes a difference to me. Also, my son just turned 3. When he tries to swipe the screen to the next page he sometimes touches an app, which causes it to load. He then has to wait for it to load before he can go back to the Home screen and try and swipe again. This happened to me a lot, too. If I lay my finger down for just a fraction of a second the InnoTab2 thinks I'm selecting an app instead of swiping. So you have to be careful to swipe in an empty space; my 3 year old isn't capable of that when the screen is filled with apps. The LeapPad2 just uses arrows to touch at the bottom of the screen. Overall I feel the InnoTab2 is really not geared for 3 year olds (just like the original LeapPad wasn't either). The screen isn't as bright and crisp as the LeapPad2, and the tablet doesn't feel as solid in my hands. LeapPad2 is currently $20 more; I'd really suggest getting a LeapPad2 over an InnoTab2, especially if you have a 3 year old: Older kids probably not that big of a deal, just a matter of preference. The included apps seem geared toward older kids anyway, whereas LeapPad2 apps are more 3 year old friendly with their PetPad tracing alphabet game, and the overall designs of the included apps more basic. For example, the art studio in InnoTab2 has like a million color choices, but LeapPad2 just has basic colors to choose from. InnoTab2 is compatible with LeapPad2 in education, but I feel like the tablet needs more work.. this is my VTech InnoTab 2 Learning App Tablet - Pink reviews
VTech InnoTab 2 Learning App Tablet - Pink Specs
- Product Dimensions: 1 x 6.2 x 8.1 inches ; 1 pounds
- Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
- Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
- Origin: Made in USA or Imported
- ASIN: B007XVYOM4
- Item model number: 80-136850
- Manufacturer recommended age: 4 - 9 years
- Batteries: 4 AA batteries required.
- Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,465 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
- #12 in Toys & Games > Electronics for Kids > Systems & Accessories > Electronic Systems
- #40 in Toys & Games > Preschool > Pre-Kindergarten Toys > Electronic > Electronic Learning Toys & Systems
- #76 in Toys & Games > Learning & Education > Electronics
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (182 customer reviews)
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