Comparison

Micro vs Pico Projects

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

Head to head
About

Micro

Features
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Micro is a platform that allows you to effortlessly run your Python CLI scripts on the web. Whether you're a developer looking to showcase your projects or a hobbyist wanting to experiment with Python, Micro is the perfect tool for you. Features: โ€ข Deploy Python Projects: Micro allows you to deploy up to 3 micros per user. These micros are self-contained Python projects that can be accessed and run directly from the web. โ€ข Micros can only be created by linking a GitHub repository. Currently, Micro supports only Python-based programs. To create a micro, your GitHub repository must contain a main.py file (the entry point for your script) and a requirements.txt file (listing the dependencies required to run your script). โ€ข Limited Packages and Modules: To ensure a secure and efficient environment, Micro supports only a limited number of packages and modules. This helps maintain the integrity of the platform and prevents abuse. โ€ข Micros will be automatically deleted after 5 days if they are not in use. This helps to free up resources and keep the platform running smoothly. Get Started: To get started with Micro, simply log in with your GitHub account, select your repository, and deploy your Python projects with ease. Start running your Python CLI scripts on the web today with Micro! Built with Flutter!

About

Pico Projects

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Pico Projects is an app for those who are learning Raspberry Pi Pico. It contains useful Raspberry Pi Pico projects in MicroPython and circuit diagrams. Also, it provides datasheet documents with details.

Screenshots

Micro4 screens
Pico Projects4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Pico Projects at Free against Micro's $0.99. Pico Projects also leads on ads (none vs shown). Micro's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Pico Projects is free to download; Micro costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 2 level
Micro versus Pico Projects: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMicroPico Projects
Price$0.99Free โ€” better
AdsYesNo โ€” better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 โ€” better16.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size56 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSanjivy KumaravelZaw Win Myat

In-app purchases

None

Micro

No in-app purchases

None

Pico Projects

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Micro free?
Micro costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pico Projects free?
Pico Projects is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Micro or Pico Projects have ads?
Micro shows ads; Pico Projects does not.

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