# Node.js Lab vs eNES

The clearest difference is rating: eNES at 4.4 against Node.js Lab's 3.9. eNES also leads on ratings volume (185 vs 24) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). Node.js Lab's advantage is review sentiment (64% vs 37%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Node.js Lab sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and eNES sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

eNES holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: eNES has 185 ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 64% of Node.js Lab's written reviews are positive against 37% of eNES's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Node.js Lab ships an update every 5 weeks, eNES every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Node.js Lab | eNES |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nodejs-lab/id1550710789/reviews) | **[4.4 (185 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/enes-nes-and-snes-retro-emu/id6499447166/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **185** |
| Positive reviews | **63.6% of reviews** | 36.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#123** | #131 |
| Size | 154 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Firas Moussa](https://appshunter.io/developer/547104847) | [Mattia La Spina](https://appshunter.io/developer/1489624695) |

## What reviewers say

### Node.js Lab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nodejs-lab/id1550710789)

**Currently charting:** #123 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #133 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Develop and run Node.js web applications directly on your iOS device, even offline. This app includes a full Node.js environment with NPM, a script editor, and debugging tools. It also functions as a standalone web application and offers extensive file management capabilities.

**Highlights:** Offline Node.js environment, Integrated Git client, Multi-tabbed script editor, NPM support, Standalone web app functionality, Remote file management, Offline documentation

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features | $4.99 | one-time |
| Standalone Web Application | $9.99 | one-time |


### eNES

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/enes-nes-and-snes-retro-emu/id6499447166)

**Currently charting:** #131 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Play your favorite NES and SNES games with this emulator. Import your own game files and enjoy features like save states, customizable controls, and even Apple Watch compatibility. An optional PRO upgrade unlocks advanced features and removes ads.

**Highlights:** NES and SNES support, Import game files, Save states and auto-load, Customizable on-screen controls, External controller support, TAS tools for input recording, Apple Watch play

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| eNES PRO mounth sub | $0.99 | per month |
| eNES Subscription yearly | $7.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great emulator for retro games
- 🚀 Supports Dendy, Sega, and SNES games
- 📦 Lightweight and easy to use
- 🌟 Good support from developers
- ✅ No ads reported by one user

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Controls are difficult and unresponsive
- 👎 Directional buttons are problematic
- 👎 Games often unplayable due to controls
- 👎 Lacks essential buttons like reset
- 👎 Some games have missing audio tracks

**Reported bugs**

- Reset button missing
- Games cannot be restarted
- Audio issues with missing tracks
- Back button doesn't work occasionally
- Diagonal directions don't work

**Requested features**

- Add Game Genie codes function
- Improve D-pad for sliding
- Add customization to button layout
- Support for Bluetooth controllers
- Add reset button functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Node.js Lab free?

Node.js Lab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is eNES free?

eNES is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Node.js Lab or eNES?

eNES is rated higher. Node.js Lab averages 3.9 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while eNES averages 4.4 from 185 ratings.

### Do Node.js Lab or eNES have ads?

Both Node.js Lab and eNES show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Node.js Lab or eNES?

Node.js Lab ships an update every 5 weeks, and eNES every 2 weeks. Most recently, Node.js Lab was updated on November 3, 2026 and eNES on November 5, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Node.js Lab or eNES?

Node.js Lab currently peaks at #123 in the App Store charts, and eNES at #131. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*