Our Story

Kudos Kids was born from a simple frustration familiar to every parent: the daily battle of getting kids to do their chores. We knew there had to be a better way than nagging, bribing, or endless negotiation.

We imagined an app where children would actually want to complete their tasks — not because they had to, but because it was genuinely fun. An app where earning rewards, building virtual islands, and unlocking achievements made responsibility feel like a game.

So we built Kudos Kids: a family rewards platform that transforms daily routines into an island-building adventure. Parents set the tasks and rewards; children earn currencies, level up their island, and learn the value of effort and consistency.

Made with love in London by Igloo Labs Limited.

What We Stand For

Every decision we make is guided by what's best for families — especially children.

Child Safety First

COPPA compliant. No ads. No in-app purchases. No data collection from children. Privacy isn't an afterthought — it's the foundation.

Healthy Engagement

No gambling mechanics, no anxiety-inducing streaks, no manipulative dark patterns. We use positive reinforcement and celebrate effort, not perfection.

Family Centred

Designed for the whole family. Parents stay in control while children develop independence. Co-parenting support is built in from day one.

Joy in Responsibility

We believe children can learn to love being responsible when it's framed as an adventure, not a punishment. That's the Kudos Kids difference.

Designed with Children in Mind

Kudos Kids has been reviewed by child psychologists to ensure our approach is healthy and age-appropriate. Here are some of the principles that guide our design:

Positive Reinforcement, Not Punishment

Children earn rewards for completing tasks. There are no penalties for skipping a day or forgetting a chore. We encourage effort through celebration, not shame.

Weekly Activity, Not Daily Streaks

Instead of anxiety-inducing consecutive streaks that punish breaks, we track "days active this week." Missing a day doesn't erase progress. Weekends off? No problem. Sick day? Automatically covered.

No Random Rewards

We deliberately avoided loot boxes and mystery rewards — these are gambling mechanics that exploit variable-ratio reinforcement, the most addictive pattern in behavioural psychology. All rewards in Kudos Kids are earned through known, predictable effort.

Age-Appropriate Experiences

We're building age-based modes so that a 5-year-old sees a simpler, more visual experience while a 13-year-old gets more autonomy and practical rewards. One app, tailored for every child.

Built for Modern Families

Kudos Kids is available on iOS and Android, with real-time sync across all your family's devices. Changes made on one phone appear instantly everywhere else.

We also integrate with Amazon Alexa, so children can ask "Alexa, what tasks do I have today?" as part of their morning routine. Home screen widgets for Android keep tasks and progress visible at a glance.

Everything syncs in real time. When a parent approves a task, the child sees their reward credited instantly. No refreshing, no waiting — just seamless family coordination.

Get in Touch

We'd love to hear from you. Whether you have questions, feedback, or just want to say hello:

Kudos Kids is developed and maintained by Igloo Labs Limited, a London-based company dedicated to building thoughtful technology for families.