Comparison

BBCBasic vs MQTT Developer

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 2D and 3D graphics
  • Shader programming
  • 2D physics engine
  • Stereo music and sound effects
  • Video playback
  • Networking support
  • Accelerometer support
Features
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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.

About

MQTT Developer

Features
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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!

Screenshots

BBCBasic4 screens
MQTT Developer4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 6, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
BBCBasic versus MQTT Developer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBBCBasicMQTT Developer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRichard RussellPatrick West

In-app purchases

None

BBCBasic

No in-app purchases

None

MQTT Developer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BBCBasic free?
BBCBasic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MQTT Developer free?
MQTT Developer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BBCBasic or MQTT Developer have ads?
Neither BBCBasic nor MQTT Developer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BBCBasic or MQTT Developer?
BBCBasic ships an update every 3 months, and MQTT Developer every 3 months. Most recently, BBCBasic was updated on September 6, 2026 and MQTT Developer on September 10, 2026.

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