Anton review 2026
How good is Anton really?
82/100 points
kosten.org editorial team
Last updated: 2026-10-30
82/100
Points
Based on published terms and features
Anton is the free, ad-free learning app for younger pupils and is in use at many primary schools via school licences.
Highlights of our Anton review
- Free and ad-free
- Grades 1-10
- Gamification
- School licences
Table of contents
1 Content & subjects
23/30
Points
More than 100,000 tasks and 200 exercise types. German, maths, general studies (Sachunterricht), biology, music, DaZ (German as a second language). Grades 1 to 10. Tasks adapted to the curricula of the federal states. Also available in English, French and Latin.
2 Teaching approach & quality
21/25
Points
Interactive exercises instead of videos. Immediate feedback on tasks. Gamification: collect coins, unlock games as rewards. Stickers and avatar system. Learning groups for classes. Teachers can assign tasks.
3 Ease of use
18/20
Points
Child-friendly, colourful interface. Simple navigation. App for iOS and Android. Browser version. Offline mode available. Parent and teacher accounts for monitoring progress.
4 Price & plans
14/15
Points
The basic version is completely free and ad-free. ANTON Plus or Plus Familie adds extra features such as an offline mode; it is bought only by adults in the app, where the current price is also shown. School licences for whole classes are available, and in some federal states the state covers the costs (according to the provider, for example Baden-Württemberg until 31 January 2027, Brandenburg until 31 October 2027).
5 Platform & technology
6/10
Points
iOS and Android apps. Web version. Chromebook-compatible. Offline mode in the Plus version. GDPR-compliant. No registration needed for basic functions.
Pros & cons at a glance
Pros
- Free and ad-free
- Perfect for young pupils
- Gamification motivates
- Teacher integration
Cons
- Focus on exercises instead of explainer videos
- Little for upper secondary
- Plus price only in the app
- Limited depth
Conclusion: Anton review
82/100
Very good (1.9)
Anton is a very good free learning app for primary and lower secondary pupils – ad-free even in the basic version. The gamification motivates children to practise, and the teacher integration makes Anton valuable in lessons too.
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