# Insight Mr Bit Lite

> Program BBC micro:bit with English commands, build games, and control hardware. (iPhone/iPad app by Laurence Rogers.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insight-mr-bit-lite/id1447051619 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Laurence Rogers](https://appshunter.io/developer/947467609)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 50 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-01-10
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insight-mr-bit-lite/id1447051619/reviews.md

## What is Insight Mr Bit Lite?

This is the 'Lite' version of Insight Mr Bit which allows you to sample all the features of the full version and edit or build programs with a limited set of features.
With Insight Mr Bit you can create simple programs in plain English to control the BBC micro:bit to do lots of useful things:
•	Show images, animations, messages and graphs
•	Control external devices and models connected to the micro:bit
•	Design and play games
•	Make measurements from sensors and do calculations
•	Transmit and receive radio signals between two or more micro:bits 
•	Compose and play musical tunes 
You can make the micro:bit do all these things without worrying about complicated code.  
You decide on inputs and outputs, Mr Bit offers you choices and uses them to build a program script. You can run the script to see how it works and edit it if it needs adjusting.  Then, at the touch of a button, Mr Bit controls the BBC micro:bit via super-fast Bluetooth wireless without the need of connecting wires.  In Control mode the iPad screen simultaneously shows how your program is working in the micro:bit.  With Transfer mode you can send the program code to the micro:bit allowing it to run independently.
Mr Bit is a valuable tool for developing the logical thinking required in conventional computer languages.

The 'Lite' app comes fully equipped with:
•	Tutorials - helping you start building and programming different types of control system
•	Exercises – five sample files helping you learn how to create a variety of activities with the BBC micro:bit
•	Experiments – four sample files helping you to get started with using external sensors (light and temperature) and controlling devices (LEDs and a buzzer) connected to the BBC micro:bit
•	Projects – Ideas for programming a working model of a pelican crossing which you can build and control with the BBC micro:bit
•	Example control systems - illustrating different types of programs for the BBC micro:bit
	
Ideal for Key Stages 2 & 3.

## Key features

- Create programs in plain English
- Show images, animations, and graphs
- Control external devices
- Design and play games
- Transmit and receive radio signals
- Compose and play musical tunes
- Wireless control via Bluetooth

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insight-mr-bit-lite/id1447051619/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Nice app, with a god range of features.

*2022-02-16*

Originally I downloaded this app, and after playing with it for a while, I ponied up the cash and purchased the full version.

If you've ever wanted to program the Microbit off line, then this is one of the only ways to do it.  All other tools I have seen have been web portals to compile code, so kudos to this dev for making an off line compiler

Try it and see what you think.

## Frequently asked questions about Insight Mr Bit Lite

### What can I do with Insight Mr Bit Lite?

Insight Mr Bit Lite allows you to create and edit programs for the BBC micro:bit using simple English. You can display images, control external devices, design games, and learn fundamental programming logic.

### Is Insight Mr Bit Lite suitable for beginners?

Yes, the app is designed for beginners and ideal for Key Stages 2 & 3. It uses plain English commands and provides tutorials, exercises, and sample files to help users get started.

### Does Insight Mr Bit Lite require a BBC micro:bit?

Yes, to fully utilize Insight Mr Bit Lite, you will need a BBC micro:bit device. The app allows you to program and control the micro:bit wirelessly via Bluetooth.

### What kind of learning resources are included in Insight Mr Bit Lite?

The 'Lite' version includes tutorials, five sample exercises, four sample experiments for sensors and devices, and project ideas for building working models.

### How does Insight Mr Bit Lite help with learning programming?

Mr Bit is a valuable tool for developing logical thinking, which is essential for conventional computer languages. It simplifies the process of creating programs without complex code.

### What devices does Insight Mr Bit Lite support?

Insight Mr Bit Lite is supported on iPads. It uses super-fast Bluetooth wireless to connect to the BBC micro:bit.

### How often is Insight Mr Bit Lite updated?

The latest version is 1.1.7, last updated on November 22, 2023. Updates typically include bug fixes and feature enhancements to improve the user experience.

### Does Insight Mr Bit Lite have ads?

No, Insight Mr Bit Lite does not contain advertisements. It is a free application designed to provide an ad-free learning experience for programming the BBC micro:bit.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.7 — 2023-11-22

Updated tutorials and example files.

### 1.1.6 — 2023-10-17

Functionality with V2 micro:bits 
Support for Kitronik accessories such as motor drivers and the LAB:bit project board.
Simplified control of program text panel with auto-fit function.
Enhancements to music editor.
Tutorials, Sample files and Help notes updated.

### 1.0.9 — 2020-04-03

“While” condition added to program script language. 
Additional functionality for programming and controlling addressable LEDS (Neopixels)
(with a customisable global brightness limit)
Support for internal light sensor
New LED display type added – ‘number’ compatible with ‘message’ type
Improvements to music editor, caption text, message array and segmented controls on toolbar.
Sample files and Help notes revised and updated.

### 1.0.8 — 2019-01-31

Revised tutorial activities.

### 1.0.7 — 2019-01-09

No release notes.

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