Comparison

Pico Projects PRO vs Learn ESP32 Programming Pro

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

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About

Pico Projects PRO

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Pico Projects PRO 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.

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Learn ESP32 Programming Pro

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Master ESP32 Programming — from GPIO basics to advanced sensor and module control. Build connected devices, control sensors, and learn embedded programming step by step through practical examples, interactive quizzes, and clear explanations. This course is based on the ESP32-C3 Super Mini development board, carefully selected for beginners because it is affordable, compact, widely available, energy efficient, and includes built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. Its simple design makes it an excellent platform for learning modern IoT and embedded systems development. Available in 6 Languages: • English, French, German, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish — study in your native language! The app uses Arduino IDE, one of the world's most popular development environments for microcontrollers. Arduino IDE is beginner-friendly, easy to install, and supported by a massive community, making it the perfect choice for learning ESP32 programming and creating projects quickly. Perfect For: • Beginners learning ESP32 programming • Students studying embedded systems and IoT • Makers building smart devices and automation projects • Electronics enthusiasts working with sensors and modules • Developers creating connected products and prototypes What You'll Learn: • GPIO — Digital input/output, buttons, switches, and LED control • ADC — Read analog sensors and variable voltage signals • PWM — Control LED brightness, servos, and motor speed • UART — Serial communication with external devices • I²C — Connect displays, sensors, and expansion modules • SPI — High-speed communication with peripherals Sensors and Modules Explore a wide range of hardware modules and practical applications: • Distance — Ultrasonic sensors and obstacle detection • Temperature & Humidity — Environmental monitoring projects • Pressure — Barometric and weather-related measurements • Light — Ambient light and photoresistor sensors • Motion — PIR motion detection systems • Vibration — Shock and vibration monitoring • Sound — Buzzers, microphones, and audio modules • Gas Sensors — Air-quality and gas detection projects • Water & Soil Moisture — Smart gardening applications • Magnetic Sensors — Hall-effect and magnetic field detection • Touch Sensors — Capacitive touch interfaces • Infrared (IR) — Remote control communication • Relays — Control high-power external devices • Motors — DC motors, servo motors, and motor drivers • LCD Displays — Character-based user interfaces • OLED Displays — Graphics and information displays • LED Modules — Indicators, animations, and lighting projects • RTC Modules — Real-time clock integration • IMU Sensors — Accelerometers and gyroscopes Complete Learning Experience: • 25+ structured chapters from beginner to advanced • Step-by-step examples with detailed explanations • Practical projects and real-world applications • 150+ interactive quiz questions User-Friendly Features: • Dark and light themes • Offline learning — no internet required • Fast search across all lessons • Bookmark favorite topics • Clean and distraction-free interface ESP32 is a trademark of Espressif Systems. Arduino is a trademark of Arduino AG. This app is an independent educational resource and is not affiliated with or endorsed by either organization.

Screenshots

Pico Projects PRO4 screens
Learn ESP32 Programming Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Learn ESP32 Programming Pro at $4.99 against Pico Projects PRO's $5.99. On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

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

Pico Projects PRO costs $5.99 and Learn ESP32 Programming Pro $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

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Pico Projects PRO versus Learn ESP32 Programming Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPico Projects PROLearn ESP32 Programming Pro
Price$5.99$4.99 — better
Update frequency—Monthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZaw Win MyatALG Software Lab

In-app purchases

None

Pico Projects PRO

No in-app purchases

None

Learn ESP32 Programming Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pico Projects PRO free?
Pico Projects PRO costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Learn ESP32 Programming Pro free?
Learn ESP32 Programming Pro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pico Projects PRO or Learn ESP32 Programming Pro have ads?
Neither Pico Projects PRO nor Learn ESP32 Programming Pro shows ads.

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