Comparison

Nuwa Basic vs pocket BASIC

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

Head to head
About

Nuwa Basic

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Nuwa Basic is a programming environment specifically designed for children and other programming beginners. The Basic language features a simple syntax with only 17 fundamental statements. Building on the Basic language, Nuwa Basic incorporates sound, graphics, and animation extensions, making the process of learning programming more engaging and enjoyable. Main features of Nuwa Basic: (1) Easy to understand and easy to learn. There are only 17 basic statements; (2) Conversational programming, execute immediately after entering the command statement, quick feedback reduces the difficulty of programming introduction, and it is easier to stimulate the interest of beginners; (3) Built-in multiple graphics and animations, which can be played and controlled with simple statements to achieve interesting animation effects; (4) It has strong sound processing ability, can play songs with a variety of tones and beats, and can also play interesting built-in sound effects; (5) Support local language (input, output, string functions), and you can write your own language interface program; (6) Support syntax highlighting. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Email: nwbasic@outlook.com

About

pocket BASIC

Features
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Pocket BASIC brings back the simplicity and charm of classic BASIC, reimagined for modern iOS and macOS devices. Write code, perform calculations, and visualize functions instantly β€” all in one lightweight environment. Why Pocket BASIC? - Instant coding - Write and run BASIC programs in seconds β€” no compilation, no friction. - Clean and focused interface - Designed for clarity, with an integrated editor, console, and tools. - Perfect for learning and experimenting - Great for understanding programming fundamentals or building small utilities. - Works offline. No internet connection required. Your programs stay on your device. Features - Full BASIC interpreter inspired by classic systems - Built-in editor with immediate execution - Console, calculator, and simple graphics modes - Powerful scientific calculator for quick calculations and everyday use - Function graphing with interactive visualization - Import/export programs easily - QR code support for sharing code - Integration with iOS Shortcuts (run scripts directly) - Lightweight and fast Who is it for? - Beginners learning programming - Developers who love retro computing - Students - Anyone who wants quick, practical scripts on their device A modern take on a classic Pocket BASIC is not just nostalgia β€” it’s a practical tool for today. From simple calculations to small utilities, it’s like having a tiny programmable assistant in your pocket.

Screenshots

Nuwa Basic4 screens
pocket BASIC4 screens

Verdict

The call

Nuwa Basic and pocket BASIC are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Nuwa Basic versus pocket BASIC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNuwa Basicpocket BASIC
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Monthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Requires iOS14.0 β€” better15.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size47 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerε…‰ε»Ί εΌ Leonardo Del Nonno

In-app purchases

None

Nuwa Basic

No in-app purchases

None

pocket BASIC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Nuwa Basic free?
Nuwa Basic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is pocket BASIC free?
pocket BASIC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Nuwa Basic or pocket BASIC have ads?
Neither Nuwa Basic nor pocket BASIC shows ads.

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