BBCBasic vs MQTT Developer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BBCBasic
This app implements the classic BBC BASIC programming language with modern enhancements. It supports advanced graphics, physics, multimedia, and networking, while maintaining compatibility with the original BBC Microcomputer.
- 2D and 3D graphics
- Shader programming
- 2D physics engine
- Stereo music and sound effects
- Video playback
- Networking support
- Accelerometer support
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BBC BASIC is the programming language originally specified and adopted by the British Broadcasting Corporation for its groundbreaking Computer Literacy Project of the early 1980s. This is an advanced, cross-platform, implementation with many enhancements over early versions. As well as extensions to the language it supports anti-aliased 2D graphics, 3D graphics, shader programming and includes a 2D physics engine. Its multimedia capabilities include stereo music, sound effects and video. It supports networking and the accelerometer. Nevertheless it maintains a high degree of compatibility with the BBC Microcomputer, including SOUND, ENVELOPE and MODE 7.
MQTT Developer
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Unlock the power of MQTT with MQTT Explorer, the ultimate tool for developers and enthusiasts alike! Designed for simplicity and productivity, this app makes managing MQTT connections and messages effortless. Key Features: Save Brokers for Later: Seamlessly save your MQTT brokers to your account and access them from any device. Publish History: Track your message publish history for quick reference and reuse. Reusable Publishes: Save and reuse frequently published messages to save time and eliminate retyping. Multi-Device Sync: Effortlessly manage brokers and messages across multiple devices with a unified experience. Clutter-Free Interface: A clean, distraction-free UI to keep you focused on what matters most. Whether you're testing, developing, or exploring MQTT, MQTT Explorer simplifies your workflow and keeps you connected wherever you go. Download now and take control of your MQTT messaging like never before!
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Verdict
BBCBasic and MQTT Developer are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 6, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BBCBasic | MQTT Developer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (8 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 52 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Richard Russell | Patrick West |
In-app purchases
BBCBasic
No in-app purchases
MQTT Developer
No in-app purchases









