Comparison

Plasmids X vs Japality Primer

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

Head to head
About

Plasmids X

Design, create, and analyze custom DNA plasmids with this intuitive molecular genetics tool. Supports importing, editing, and sharing plasmids, with powerful in silico analysis features for researchers and students.

Highlights
  • Create plasmids from sequences
  • Import from .dna and Genbank files
  • Edit plasmids by adding features
  • In silico analysis (sequence alignment, PCR, digestion)
  • Share and collaborate on plasmids
Features
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Plasmids X: Your ultimate plasmid editor! A plasmid is a small circular DNA molecule commonly found in bacteria and some other microorganisms. It exists independently of the organism's chromosomal DNA and can replicate itself within the cell. Scientists frequently use plasmids in genetic engineering and biotechnology, as they are easily manipulated and serve as vehicles for introducing new genes into cells for various purposes including research and the production of useful proteins. Whether you're an expert researcher or just starting in the world of molecular genetics, Plasmids X allows you to design, create, and analyze plasmids effortlessly. Key Features: Create Plasmids: Create plasmids from scratch! Just provide a sequence, in FASTA format or raw sequence, and the app will create a new plasmid and automatically add common DNA features. Alternatively, you can create a new plasmid from smaller DNA fragments from the library embedded in the app (this is a paid feature). Import Plasmids: Import plasmid sequence and features from .dna and Genbank formatted files. Edit Plasmids: Editing plasmids could not be easier! This function of the Plasmids X app allows you to add custom DNA features to an existing plasmid. Powerful Analysis Tools: the Plasmids X app not only allows you to visualize your plasmids, it also enables you to perform critical in silico analysis such as sequence alignment, primer Tm estimation, PCR, and restriction enzyme digestion analysis on your plasmid in seconds! (Some of these are paid features.) Share and Collaborate: Collaborate with your peers by sharing your plasmids with a tap! Whether you're conducting research in molecular biology and genetics or learning the very principles of genetics, the Plasmids X app is here to assist you. Important information: To use enhanced iPad support a monthly or annual subscription is required. Try Enhanced iPad Support free for 3 days. Terms of service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://aminmahpour.com/privacy_plasmids.html

About

Japality Primer

Features
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Japality Primer helps you design PCR primer pairs directly on iPhone and iPad. Paste a DNA sequence or FASTA input, review core sequence metrics, and generate ranked primer candidates with adjustable design constraints. The app is built for fast iteration in molecular biology and bioinformatics workflows. Features: • Paste raw DNA or FASTA sequence input • Automatic sequence cleanup and validation • View sequence length, GC content, approximate melting temperature, and reverse complement • Design local PCR primer pairs on device • Adjust target Tm, product size range, primer length range, and number of returned pairs • Review ranked primer candidates with quality scoring • Use offline demo sequences for quick testing Japality Primer is intended as a research and productivity tool for primer exploration. Results should be reviewed and validated experimentally before laboratory or publication use.

Screenshots

Plasmids X4 screens
Japality Primer2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Japality Primer at none against Plasmids X's 14. Japality Primer also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18). Plasmids X's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Plasmids X sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Japality Primer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Plasmids X versus Japality Primer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlasmids XJapality Primer
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1813.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAmin MahpourJapality Limited

In-app purchases

14 purchases

Plasmids X

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Yearly3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time12
  • A cup of coffee!$1.99
  • Split View Support$1.99
  • Manual Cloning$3.99
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  • In-silico PCR Support$3.99
  • NCBI Entrez Support$3.99
  • Local Alignment Support$3.99
  • A box of joe!$4.99
  • BLAST Support$4.99
  • ApE File Support$4.99
  • Genbank Support$4.99
  • dna File Support$5.99
  • All Features$24.99
None

Japality Primer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Plasmids X free?
Plasmids X is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Japality Primer free?
Japality Primer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Plasmids X or Japality Primer have ads?
Japality Primer shows ads; Plasmids X does not.

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