Comparison

Processing & p5.js iCompiler vs SQL Server Mobile Client

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

Head to head
About

Processing & p5.js iCompiler

Develop and compile Processing and p5.js code directly on your mobile device. Export your creations as standalone apps for offline use. Ideal for students and educators learning creative coding.

Highlights
  • Compose and compile code on mobile
  • Export projects as home screen apps
  • Offline app usage
  • Code highlighting and formatting
  • 3D sketches and games support
  • Error highlighting (Pro feature)
Features
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Compose and compile your Processing & p5.js projects right on your phone or iPad, wherever your are! Export your Processing projects as App on your home screen: 1. Select an App icon for your Processing project. 2. Add it to your home screen. You can now use the app offline, just like any other app! This app is already being used in high schools and universities to teach and learn Processing & p5.js. Your code is highlighted and formatted for excellent reading-comfort. Processing Pro allows you to see which parts of your code are causing problems. 3D sketches and games are supported. This is not an official app by processing.org or p5.js Available subscription: Processing Pro, offers additional functionalities, such as exporting your sketches as apps. Trailer Music: Circle of Alchemists Privacy and Terms: http://processing-app.org/terms/

About

SQL Server Mobile Client

Access and manage your MS SQL Server databases directly from your iOS device. This app offers a clean interface for exploring, editing, and querying data, with advanced features like AI-assisted query composition and ER diagram viewing.

Highlights
  • Secure database connection (TLS/SSH)
  • Data exploration, filtering, and searching
  • AI-assisted SQL query composition
  • Database object management
  • ER Diagram Viewer
  • Advanced data grid for editing
  • Import and export data
Features
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DB Compass for SQL Server allows you to access your MS SQL Server database directly and without any server setup. You can manage your data with a very clean and simple iOS user interface. FEATURES: • Connection over TLS encryption and/or SSH tunnel • SSH authentication support Secure Enclave Key and U2F/FIDO NFC Key • Assisted table creation and alter structure • Explore, filter, sort, and quick search table data • Query script with A.I. assisted composition and plan analysis • Database objects (tables, views, procedures, etc.) • Database statistics, sessions manager, server status graphs • ER Diagram Viewer • Advanced data grid for browse, edit, conditional formatting • Blob field preview, import and export • Job Activity Monitor • User list and Privileges • Import and Export in multiple formats • iCloud Sync for SQL and JS scripts • SQL plan analysis • Execute queries with Shortcuts App • Charts & Widgets OpenAI, Gemini and Claude integration requires api key and is only available in allowed regions. Ollama and LM Studio integration requires your server to connect to. Tested on SQL Server 2012, 2017 and Azure SQL Database. Does not support dynamic TCP port in conjunction with SSH tunnel. -- This is a Premium app that requires subscription or lifetime unlock -- Terms of Use: https://dbcompass.net/terms-and-conditions For feedback or suggestions contact info@dbcompass.net

Screenshots

Processing & p5.js iCompiler4 screens
SQL Server Mobile Client4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SQL Server Mobile Client at 4.2 against Processing & p5.js iCompiler's 3.5. SQL Server Mobile Client also leads on review sentiment (77% vs 58%). Processing & p5.js iCompiler's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Processing & p5.js iCompiler sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month and SQL Server Mobile Client sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SQL Server Mobile Client holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 80 and 56 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Processing & p5.js iCompiler's written reviews are positive against 77% of SQL Server Mobile Client's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Processing & p5.js iCompiler ships an update every 5 weeks, SQL Server Mobile Client every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Processing & p5.js iCompiler versus SQL Server Mobile Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProcessing & p5.js iCompilerSQL Server Mobile Client
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (80 ratings)4.2 (56 ratings) — better
Positive reviews58.0% of reviews76.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings80 — better56
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB129 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerriedel.wtf apps S.L.Filippo Maguolo

Customer experience

Processing & p5.js iCompiler

All ratings80 ratings
Positive58.8%
Neutral8.8%
Negative32.5%
Written reviews162 reviews
Positive58.0%
Neutral12.3%
Negative29.6%

SQL Server Mobile Client

All ratings56 ratings
Positive80.4%
Neutral5.4%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive76.9%
Neutral3.8%
Negative19.2%

Bugs and requests

Processing & p5.js iCompiler

Reported bugs

20 issues
  • Code reverts to earlier versions after app sleep
  • Changes lost when phone falls asleep
  • Functions with parameters cause black screen
  • StringList data type not recognized
  • Boolean highlighting shows 'bool' instead of full word
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  • Else statements break code formatting
  • Try/catch blocks don't work properly
  • Cursor position jumps unexpectedly while typing
  • Screen scrolls to bottom when typing mid-file
  • Swipe-to-go-back gesture interferes with drawing
  • mouseClicked() event fires multiple times per click
  • Import folder feature doesn't work
  • Cannot use numbers/underscores in project names
  • blendMode() and other complex functions fail
  • Silent failures with blank screen output
  • Inconsistent error highlighting
  • Typing lag with large projects (700+ lines)
  • Example project code disappeared after updates
  • Dialog boxes appear in German
  • About and new project buttons invisible in light mode

Requested features

20 requests
  • Free basic error messages for all users
  • Undo/redo functionality
  • Project renaming capability
  • Project duplication feature
  • Robust auto-save and backup system
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  • GIF animation support for sprites
  • Library import and management system
  • Landscape mode support
  • Find and replace functionality
  • Console output for debugging
  • Settings/preferences menu
  • File organization with folders
  • Project thumbnails
  • Built-in documentation/reference
  • Processing to p5.js conversion tool
  • Ability to import entire project folders
  • Font size customization
  • Fullscreen mode for screenshots
  • PVector class support
  • Pixel density optimization for Retina displays

SQL Server Mobile Client

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Processing & p5.js iCompiler

Subscriptions2
  • Processing Pro (Monthly)$3.491 Month
  • Processing Pro (Annual)$9.991 Year
One-time3
  • Processing for iOS Tip$4.99
  • Processing Pro Lifetime Unlock$25.99
  • Processing for iOS Tip$99.99
3 purchases

SQL Server Mobile Client

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium Unlock$59.99

Questions

Is Processing & p5.js iCompiler free?
Processing & p5.js iCompiler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SQL Server Mobile Client free?
SQL Server Mobile Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Processing & p5.js iCompiler or SQL Server Mobile Client?
SQL Server Mobile Client is rated higher. Processing & p5.js iCompiler averages 3.5 out of 5 from 80 ratings, while SQL Server Mobile Client averages 4.2 from 56 ratings.
Do Processing & p5.js iCompiler or SQL Server Mobile Client have ads?
Neither Processing & p5.js iCompiler nor SQL Server Mobile Client shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Processing & p5.js iCompiler or SQL Server Mobile Client?
Processing & p5.js iCompiler ships an update every 5 weeks, and SQL Server Mobile Client every 3 weeks. Most recently, Processing & p5.js iCompiler was updated on September 26, 2026 and SQL Server Mobile Client on September 27, 2026.

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