Comparison

Xogot vs Luana

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

Head to head
About

Xogot

Create, test, and share 2D and 3D games directly on your iPad or iPhone. This engine offers touch-friendly tools, AI coding assistance, and seamless integration with desktop Godot projects. Start building games for free with core functionality.

Highlights
  • 2D & 3D game development
  • AI-powered coding assistant
  • Touch-friendly 3D modeler
  • Asset browser and placer
  • Pre-built game templates
  • Integrated API documentation
  • Desktop Godot project sync
Features
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Xogot brings the full power of the Godot game engine to iPad and iPhone. Designed for touch, Xogot lets you create, test, and share games wherever inspiration strikes. And the best part? You can use core Xogot functionality for free. Start building games right away, no subscription required. With a native mobile experience designed for touch, you can create, test, and share games wherever inspiration strikes. And the best part? You can now use core Xogot functionality for free — start building games right away, no subscription required. Whether you’re making a pixel-perfect 2D platformer, a roguelike deck-builder, or an immersive 3D world, Xogot gives you everything you need to create, edit, and share games — all from your iPad or iPhone. Xogot makes game development fun, approachable, and fully mobile — no laptop required. Build for 2D and 3D - Make stunning 2D games with tile maps and a dedicated 2D engine, or dive into rich 3D worlds with advanced lighting and physics. Build with AI - Connect ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or another compatible AI provider to Xogot’s built-in Coding Assistant. Ask it to write and edit scripts, modify scenes, troubleshoot errors, and run your game to test changes, all without leaving Xogot. Available with Xogot Pro. Create 3D Worlds - Use Xogot Modeler to build and edit 3D geometry directly in the editor. Create levels, environments, and props with intuitive, touch-friendly tools. Browse and Place Assets - Find and organize your project assets with the Asset Browser, then use Asset Placer to position, paint, and scatter 3D objects to build scenes faster. Start Fast with Templates - Want to make an FPS, platformer, or RPG? Pick a ready-to-go template and have a playable game in minutes. Learn as You Go - Integrated API docs help you master game development step by step — no need to leave the app. Works Seamlessly with Godot on Desktop - Import projects from iCloud, USB drives, or GitHub (via Working Copy) and keep building on the go. Projects made in Xogot open in Godot on your computer, and vice versa — no lock-in. Fully Native Mobile Experience - Optimized for touch, Xogot supports Apple Pencil, Stage Manager, external monitors, and iPad multitasking — everything feels right at home. Play with Controllers & More - Test your games with Bluetooth controllers, keyboards, and mice for a full gameplay experience. Open Source Runtime - Xogot uses Godot’s open-source runtime, so you can distribute your games freely — no strings attached. Take your game ideas from concept to creation — anywhere, anytime. Terms of Service: https://xogot.com/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://xogot.com/privacy-policy

About

Luana

Learn and write Lua code directly on your mobile device with an interactive editor and instant execution. Explore built-in examples and a help library to master Lua programming on the go.

Highlights
  • Interactive Lua editor with syntax highlighting
  • Instant script execution and output viewing
  • Built-in Lua examples for learning
  • Access to standard Lua libraries
  • Lightweight and fast performance
  • Integrated help library and tutorials
Features
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Luana is your friendly pocket companion for writing, running, and experimenting with the Lua programming language—right on your mobile device. Whether you’re a seasoned scripter or a total beginner, Luana offers an intuitive workspace to learn, create, and explore Lua anytime, anywhere. • Interactive Editor: Type Lua code in a clean, modern interface. Enjoy syntax colour highlighting for easy reading. • Instant Execution: Run your Lua scripts at the tap of a button, then view the output instantly. Great for rapid prototyping, testing ideas, or practicing code. • On-the-Go Learning: Explore built-in examples—from maths demos to string processing—so you can experiment with language features even if you’re new to coding. It’s perfect for quick practice sessions in your spare time. • Expandable Libraries: Use standard libraries like math, string, and more. • Lightweight & Fast: Designed with performance in mind, letting you focus on creativity without slowdown. • Built-In Help & Tutorials: A handy help library covers all Lua instructions, commands, and examples.

Screenshots

Xogot4 screens
Luana4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Xogot at 4.1 against Luana's 3.0. Xogot also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (161 vs 2). Luana's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Xogot sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Luana sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Xogot holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Xogot has 161 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Xogot versus Luana: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXogotLuana
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (161 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews48.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings161 — better2
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#57 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size501 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXibbon, IncAmmonite Design Studios Ltd

Customer experience

Xogot

All ratings161 ratings
Positive77.0%
Neutral5.6%
Negative17.4%
Written reviews110 reviews
Positive48.2%
Neutral10.9%
Negative40.9%

Luana

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Xogot

Subscriptions3
  • Pay-As-You-Go$2.997 Days
  • Month-to-Month$5.991 Month
  • Xogot Annual7 Days trial$24.901 Year
One-time2
  • Xogot Editor Unlock$149.99
  • Lifetime$149.99
1 purchases

Luana

One-time1
  • Pro$4.99

Questions

Is Xogot free?
Xogot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Luana free?
Luana is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Xogot or Luana?
Xogot is rated higher. Xogot averages 4.1 out of 5 from 161 ratings, while Luana averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Xogot or Luana have ads?
Luana shows ads; Xogot does not.

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