Comparison

PocketML vs EMWaver

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

Head to head
About

PocketML

Features
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PocketML is an easy-to-use app for training and using machine learning models. It starts with linear regression to help users understand data and make predictions. PocketML is great for those interested in practical machine learning in a user-friendly way. Features: Data Table: Create, edit, and handle data tables in the app, including .xls file import. Graphs: Shows data and linear regression visually in an interactive way. Simple Interface: Great for beginners and experienced users in machine learning. DarkMode: For late science :) Models: - Linear Regression - Polynomial Regression More models are coming soon!

About

EMWaver

Features
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EMWaver is a local-first electronics lab for iPhone and iPad. Connect a supported ESP32-S3 or STM32-based board, run JavaScript scripts, inspect device signals, manage bundled firmware, and use optional Agent assistance with your own API key. Local hardware control does not require an EMWaver account, cloud activation, hosted relay, subscription, or device ownership check. Scripts and core device workflows stay on your device by default. Use EMWaver to: • Run local scripts against supported microcontroller boards • Inspect device state and hardware signals from a mobile-first interface • Manage app-bundled firmware workflows for supported targets • Keep script-first hardware experiments out of the compile/flash/debug loop • Ask the optional Agent for script and troubleshooting help when you provide an API key EMWaver is open-source and built by Continual MI.

Screenshots

PocketML4 screens
EMWaver3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PocketML at daily against EMWaver's every 12 months. On price, ads, 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

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

PocketML ships an update daily, EMWaver every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
PocketML versus EMWaver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPocketMLEMWaver
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 12 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPeter HafnerLuis Lopes

In-app purchases

None

PocketML

No in-app purchases

None

EMWaver

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PocketML free?
PocketML is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EMWaver free?
EMWaver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PocketML or EMWaver have ads?
Neither PocketML nor EMWaver shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PocketML or EMWaver?
PocketML ships an update daily, and EMWaver every 12 months. Most recently, PocketML was updated on October 25, 2026 and EMWaver on October 6, 2026.

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