LOC Collections vs Micro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LOC Collections
Access and explore millions of digitized items from the world's largest library. Discover iconic photos, historic maps, books, films, and manuscripts. Save, share, and zoom in on details within the vast digital archives.
- Access millions of digitized items
- Explore photos, maps, books, and films
- Search and browse collections
- Save and share favorites
- Zoom in for detailed image exploration
- Read historic books and newspapers
- Watch early films
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Explore the Library of Congress digital collections. The Library of Congress is the largest library in the world. Use LOC Collections to access iconic photos, historic maps, books, films, newspapers, manuscripts and sound recordings. Search and browse millions of items. Save and share your favorites. Zoom in to explore images in detail. Read books. Search historic newspapers. Watch early films from Thomas Edison and other pioneers. Explore the papers of U.S. presidents (George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and more). View iconic photos and maps documenting the Civil War. View letters, diaries and notes in the papers of Rosa Parks, Mary Church Terrell, Susan B. Anthony and other changemakers.
Micro
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Micro is a platform that allows you to effortlessly run your Python CLI scripts on the web. Whether you're a developer looking to showcase your projects or a hobbyist wanting to experiment with Python, Micro is the perfect tool for you. Features: • Deploy Python Projects: Micro allows you to deploy up to 3 micros per user. These micros are self-contained Python projects that can be accessed and run directly from the web. • Micros can only be created by linking a GitHub repository. Currently, Micro supports only Python-based programs. To create a micro, your GitHub repository must contain a main.py file (the entry point for your script) and a requirements.txt file (listing the dependencies required to run your script). • Limited Packages and Modules: To ensure a secure and efficient environment, Micro supports only a limited number of packages and modules. This helps maintain the integrity of the platform and prevents abuse. • Micros will be automatically deleted after 5 days if they are not in use. This helps to free up resources and keep the platform running smoothly. Get Started: To get started with Micro, simply log in with your GitHub account, select your repository, and deploy your Python projects with ease. Start running your Python CLI scripts on the web today with Micro! Built with Flutter!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: LOC Collections at Free against Micro's $0.99. LOC Collections also leads on ads (none vs shown). Micro's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
LOC Collections is free to download; Micro costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | LOC Collections | Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 3.9 (35 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 27.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 35 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Library Of Congress | Sanjivy Kumaravel |
In-app purchases
LOC Collections
No in-app purchases
Micro
No in-app purchases
