iCupertino vs MinimalBASIC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iCupertino
This app is for devoted Apple enthusiasts, providing the distance to Apple's headquarters and featuring inspirational quotes from Steve Jobs. It also includes a unique alarm clock with the classic Mac startup sound.
- Distance to Apple HQ
- Steve Jobs quotes
- Mac startup sound alarm
- iPhone and iPad support
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Some people think - this app is a real crazy nerd app, while others say it's genius and insane ! This is a real Apple fan app, you will never miss on your iPhone, iPad again - it's freaky ! The craziest app on the planet ! It always tells you, how far away you are from Apple's headquarter in Cupertino, Infinite Loop, California, USA in miles and kilometers ! Including 38 outstanding quotations from the mastermind Steve Jobs in memoriam - We love you Steve ! A must have for an real Apple fan !! Now with an alarm clock playing the mac happy sound (startup sound) ! "...Here's to the Crazy Ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently..." They're not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo..."
MinimalBASIC
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Unlock the power of minimalistic coding with MinimalBasic, an intuitive platform for writing and executing BASIC language programs. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced programmer, MinimalBasic offers a user-friendly interface and syntax highlighting for efficient coding. With a built-in code editor and interpreter, you can write, debug, and run your code seamlessly. Compliant with the ECMA-55 standard, MinimalBasic ensures compatibility and reliability. The platform integrates modern technologies like ANTLR4, allowing you to harness the latest innovations in software development. With a wide range of features and options, MinimalBasic caters to projects of all scopes and types. Tested against over 200 National Bureau of Standards tests, MinimalBasic guarantees adherence to the ECMA-55 Minimal BASIC standard. Whether you're tackling small projects or complex applications, MinimalBasic is the go-to platform for swift and effective software development. Key Features: - Intuitive BASIC language coding platform - Syntax highlighting for easy code navigation - Built-in code editor and interpreter - ECMA-55 compliant for reliability - Integration with modern programming technologies - Tested against National Bureau of Standards tests - Suitable for beginners and experienced programmers alike Experience the efficiency and simplicity of coding with MinimalBasic. Start your programming journey today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: iCupertino at none against MinimalBASIC's shown. iCupertino also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 10 months) and iOS requirement (10.1 vs 15.6). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
iCupertino ships an update every 3 months, MinimalBASIC every 10 months. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.
| Parameter | iCupertino | MinimalBASIC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 10 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 10.1 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tobias Werner | Antonio J. Gonzalez |
In-app purchases
iCupertino
No in-app purchases
MinimalBASIC
No in-app purchases
Questions
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