Best pocketFORTH alternatives: apps like pocketFORTH

8+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.1 avg rating

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Updated November 2026

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Whether you want more options like pocketFORTH or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 8+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to pocketFORTH

#1

learnFORTH by John Kennedy

Learn Forth the easy way, OK?

Editor's Choice

5.0(5 ratings)

Free

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Learn the compact, stack-based Forth programming language through structured daily lessons and interactive exercises. Explore its history and applications in embedded systems and retro computing.

#2

(LispLab) by John Kennedy

Learn Lisp!

Strong Contender

5.0(2 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Master the Scheme programming language with structured lessons, a built-in interpreter, and interactive exercises. Track your progress and explore functional programming concepts, including a new module for the beginner-friendly Logo language.

#3

Jupiter ACE by Memention Holding AB

Worth Considering

4.0(8 ratings)

Free

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Explore the history of computing by learning the Forth programming language on a simulated 1982 home computer. This educational tool provides an authentic experience for aspiring programmers interested in retro technology.

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Another Turing Machine

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Learn Haskell Programming

Learn Haskell Programming

Learn Haskell Programming

Start Coding with Haskell

Master Haskell, a purely functional programming language, through interactive lessons, quizzes, and progress tracking. This app offers a distraction-free learning environment with offline access and a clean interface designed for developers and students.

Interactive quizzesProgress trackingOffline learning

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A retro 6502 CPU simulator

This app simulates the KIM-1 single-board computer from 1976, featuring a 6502 microprocessor. Users can enter and run machine code, with programs starting at 0x0200 and a virtual tape for saving work. It includes built-in instructions for guidance.

KIM-1 computer emulation6502 microprocessor simulationMachine code entry and execution

free with in-app purchases

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Retro BASIC Learning

Learn programming with a retro BASIC environment inspired by classic tools. Write, run, and experiment with code in a focused IDE, explore sample programs, and follow beginner-friendly lessons. It's a modern educational tool for mastering a practical programming language.

Retro IDE for writing and running BASIC programsImmediate mode for quick command testing80 built-in sample programs

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CW QSO Simulator

This application simulates amateur radio CW QSOs with realistic call signs, signal levels, and speeds. It supports various QSO styles, pile-ups, and includes features like RIT, CW filters, and a spectrum scope for an immersive experience.

Realistic CW QSO simulationPile-up reproduction (up to 5 stations)Multiple QSO style support

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