Comparison

CloudpilotEmu vs my59

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

Head to head
About

CloudpilotEmu

This application allows you to run classic PalmOS handheld devices on your modern iPhone or iPad. It emulates various devices and supports PalmOS versions up to 5, offering features like continuous state saves and file management.

Highlights
  • PalmOS handheld emulation
  • Supports PalmOS 4.1 and 5
  • Continuous state saves
  • Savestate file import/export
  • Manage .prc and .pdb files
  • Emulated SD cards and memory sticks
  • Audio emulation
Features
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CloudpilotEmu runs PalmOS handhelds on modern devices. It emulates a wide range of devices up to PalmOS 4.1 and the Palm Tungsten E2 for PalmOS 5. Its features include: * Continuous state saves — reopen the app and continue right where you left off * Export and import of savestate files * Switch between multiple emulation sessions * Direct installation and export of .prc and .pdb files * Realistic emulation of timers and device speed * Emulated SD cards and memory sticks * File browser for managing memory cards * Audio emulation * Keyboard input on OS4 and earlier * Clipboard integration on OS4 and earlier * Network support (including network HotSync) on OS4 and earlier This app enables you to run CloudpilotEmu on your iPhone or iPad as a native app.

About

my59

Features
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Experience the power and authenticity of a classic programmable calculator from the late 1970s directly on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. my59 is not just a calculator app; it is a faithful, highly accurate emulator that brings a piece of computing history into the modern era. Whether you are an engineer, a student, a retro-computing enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates the raw power of vintage programmable calculators, my59 delivers an authentic, uncompromised experience enhanced with the latest Apple ecosystem features. KEY FEATURES: Authentic Design & Feel: A meticulously crafted interface inspired by classic programmable calculators of the era, complete with a faithful keypad layout and display. Full Emulation: Supports the complete original instruction set, memory registers, and programming logic. Write and execute programs just as you would on the original hardware. Modern Workspace: Fully optimized for all screen sizes, including seamless portrait and landscape modes on iPad, and native support for Apple Silicon Macs. Built-in Documentation: Never get stuck. Full documentation, manuals, and quick references are integrated directly into the app for easy access. UNLOCK FULL POWER (Premium): my59 is free to download and try. Upgrading to Premium (available as a flexible subscription or a lifetime one-time purchase) unlocks the ultimate workstation: Complete Module Library: Get unrestricted access to all expansion packs and library modules. iCloud Sync: Keep your programs, memory state, and modules seamlessly synchronized across your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Advanced Saving & Sharing: Save an unlimited number of custom programs and easily share them with other users. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ This app is an independent project and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Texas Instruments Inc. or any of its subsidiaries.

Screenshots

CloudpilotEmu3 screens
my594 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CloudpilotEmu at none against my59's 3. CloudpilotEmu also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). my59's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads 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. my59 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. CloudpilotEmu asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CloudpilotEmu ships an update every 3 months, my59 every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CloudpilotEmu versus my59: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCloudpilotEmumy59
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (24 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings24 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristian SpecknerMiroslav Perovic

In-app purchases

None

CloudpilotEmu

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

my59

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlock Full App$19.99

Questions

Is CloudpilotEmu free?
CloudpilotEmu is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is my59 free?
my59 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CloudpilotEmu or my59 have ads?
Neither CloudpilotEmu nor my59 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CloudpilotEmu or my59?
CloudpilotEmu ships an update every 3 months, and my59 every 2 weeks. Most recently, CloudpilotEmu was updated on November 4, 2026 and my59 on October 31, 2026.

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