Comparison

Go Programming Compiler vs SubsetJuliaVM

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Go Programming Compiler

Learn and test Go programming code directly on your mobile device. Features include a custom keyboard, syntax highlighting, and the ability to compile and run programs with detailed error output.

Highlights
  • Compile and run Go programs
  • View program output and errors
  • Custom keyboard for Go characters
  • Syntax highlighting code editor
  • Open, save, import, and share Go files
  • Language reference included
Features
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Write Go code directly on your iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch! This app is ideal for learning and testing code snippets! Go (incorrectly known as Golang) is a statically typed, compiled programming language designed at Google. Go is syntactically similar to C, but with memory safety, garbage collection, structural typing and CSP-style concurrency. Features: - Compile and run your program - View program output or detailed error - Custom keyboard for easy input of frequently used characters - Optimized for connecting with external physical/bluetooth keyboard - Advanced source code editor with syntax highlighting, bracket completion and line numbers - Open, save, import and share Go files. Supports File Sharing with iTunes Connect, AIrDrop and iCloud. - Language reference Limitations: - Internet connection is required for compilation - Maximum program running time is 20s - One file can be run at a time - Some file system, network and graphics functions may be limited - This is a batch compiler; interactive programs are not supported. For example, if your program provides an input prompt, enter the input in the Input tab prior to compilation.

About

SubsetJuliaVM

Features
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SubsetJuliaVM is an offline runtime for running Subset Julia programs on iOS and iPadOS. • Run code locally on-device (no code is downloaded from the network) • Built-in samples to learn and experiment quickly • Designed for education, demos, and lightweight scripting Notes SubsetJuliaVM is an experimental virtual machine that executes a carefully designed subset of the Julia language on iPhone and iPads. This app is intended for developers, researchers, and advanced users who are interested in programming language design, virtual machines, and cross-platform execution. Key features Execute a subset of Julia in a lightweight VM environment Designed for experimentation, education, and research Built with a focus on clarity and extensibility rather than mass-market polish Important notes This is not a full Julia implementation Performance and compatibility may vary depending on the device The app is actively developed and may change over time Why is this app paid? SubsetJuliaVM is a specialized tool, not an advertisement-driven product. Your purchase directly supports continued development, maintenance, and future improvements. If you are curious about how programming languages work under the hood, this app is for you.

Screenshots

Go Programming Compiler4 screens
SubsetJuliaVM3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Go Programming Compiler at Free against SubsetJuliaVM's $7.99. Go Programming Compiler also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.6). SubsetJuliaVM's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Go Programming Compiler is free to download; SubsetJuliaVM costs $7.99 up front. Go Programming Compiler sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SubsetJuliaVM asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Go Programming Compiler ships an update every 2 months, SubsetJuliaVM daily. The most recent releases landed on August 16, 2026 and August 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Go Programming Compiler versus SubsetJuliaVM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGo Programming CompilerSubsetJuliaVM
PriceFree — better$7.99
Rating3.5 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKetan AppaSatoshi Terasaki

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Go Programming Compiler

One-time1
  • Upgrade$2.99
None

SubsetJuliaVM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Go Programming Compiler free?
Go Programming Compiler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SubsetJuliaVM free?
SubsetJuliaVM costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Go Programming Compiler or SubsetJuliaVM have ads?
Go Programming Compiler shows ads; SubsetJuliaVM does not.
Which is updated more often, Go Programming Compiler or SubsetJuliaVM?
Go Programming Compiler ships an update every 2 months, and SubsetJuliaVM daily. Most recently, Go Programming Compiler was updated on August 16, 2026 and SubsetJuliaVM on August 29, 2026.

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