Explain Like I'm 5 yr old
Big ideas, tiny explanations.
Free · In‑App Purchases · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
Ever read something and still felt lost after the third paragraph? ELI5 cuts through the noise.
Whether it's quantum physics, the stock market, how the internet works, or why the sky is blue — ELI5 breaks down any topic into clear, simple language that anyone can understand. No jargon. No fluff. Just the kind of explanation a brilliant friend would give you over coffee.
Why people love ELI5:
Ask about anything — science, finance, history, technology, and more
Get instant, easy-to-understand explanations powered by AI
Save every explanation and build your personal knowledge library
Revisit past questions anytime, all in one place
Clean, distraction-free interface designed for curious minds
Perfect for:
Students tackling tough subjects. Professionals exploring new fields. Parents answering their kids' impossible questions. Anyone who believes understanding the world shouldn't require a PhD.
Curiosity deserves a clear answer. Download ELI5 today.
SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION
• Subscription Name: Explain Like I'm 5 yr old Premium
• Duration: Monthly and Yearly options available
• Price: $9.99 per month / $99.99 per year (pricing may vary by region)
Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase.
Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period.
You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings.
Privacy Policy: https://www.peterchege.xyz/privacy-policy.html
Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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MELI5 has been rebuilt from the ground up to feel right at home on your iPhone.
• A fresh, native design. A smoother, more familiar iOS experience with the same playful look you love.
• Dark Mode. ELI5 now looks great day or night.
• Search your history. Quickly find any explanation you've asked for before.
• Read and share. Open any past explanation full-screen, then copy it or share it with friends and family.
• Easier history management for Pro. Swipe or long-press to delete explanations.
• Redesigned Pro upgrade. Clearer plans and pricing, plus easy Restore Purchases.
• Better accessibility. Supports larger text sizes and respects Reduce Motion.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.
The developer, Peter Mwangi, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
Accessibility
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Information
- Seller
- Peter Mwangi
- Size
- 17.8 MB
- Category
- Education
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 18.2 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 18.2 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 18.2 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 15.2 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 2.2 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- In-App Purchases
Yes
- Explain Like I'm 5 Yearly $29.99
- Explain Like I'm 5 Monthly $2.99
- Copyright
- © Peter Chege Mwangi 2026