Comparison

Kim6502 vs Opcodes

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

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About

Kim6502

Features
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Kim6502 emulates the KIM-1 single board computer released in 1976 by MOS Technology. This computer has a 6502 microprocessor. With Kim6502 you can enter and run machine code just like you did on the Kim-1. Like on the Kim-1, your programs start at 0x0200 and can be up to 0x0200 bytes long. Instructions are included in the app, along with a virtual tape to save your work. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Opcodes

This app provides a comprehensive reference for retro CPU opcodes, including detailed descriptions, assembly examples, and historical context. It covers eighteen iconic processors and offers features like search, sorting, and filtering for easy exploration of historical computing information.

Highlights
  • Opcode reference for 18 iconic processors
  • Detailed instruction descriptions
  • Hex, octal, decimal values
  • Flags affected, addressing modes, cycle counts
  • Assembly code examples
  • CPU history and pinout diagrams
  • Simple assembler/disassembler
Features
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Opcodes – The Retro CPU Reference The definitive opcode reference for the legendary processors that launched the personal computer revolution. Whether you're a retrocomputing enthusiast, a student of computer history, writing code for classic hardware, or just a big old nerd - the Opcodes app gives you everything you need. Eighteen iconic processors covered: Intel 4004 · Intel 8008 · Intel 8080 · Intel 8085 · Intel 8088 · Zilog Z80 · Motorola 6800 · Intel 8085 · Motorola 6809 · MOS 6502 · Signetics 2650 · RCA 1802 - SC/MP · Motorola 68000 · Intel 8086 · WDC 65816 · Texas Instruments TMS9900 · INMOS Transputer · ARM2 For every opcode:  • Full description of what the instruction does. • Hex, octal, and decimal values. • Flags affected. • Addressing modes and cycle counts. • Assembly code examples - including loops, conditionals, and common patterns. More than just opcodes:  • CPU history and historical context. • IC pinout diagrams. • Notable systems that used each CPU, with memory maps and other background information. • Chip variants and successors. • A silly card game(!) • Simple assembler / disassembler for many CPUs. Built for exploration:  • Search for opcodes by name or category. • Sort by mnemonic, opcode byte, or category. • Filter by category, Quick Find with a colorful map. • Undocumented instructions clearly marked and optionally displayed. More than microprocessors:  • Information on key support chips: video, sound, memory and more. Cool design:  • Clean, readable layout optimised for quick reference. • Multiple colour themes. • Full "dark mode" support. Everything is included with absolutely no in-app purchase required. Recent additions: • Quiz game - test your CPU knowledge! • Share CPU cards - beautiful shareable images showing specs and history for any processor • External references - curated links to community resources for all 18 CPUs • "Opcodes display first" setting - choose whether selecting a CPU shows opcodes or info first • Chip-maker colour themes - Zilog, MOS Tech, and Motorola replace the old themes • Enhanced 6502 docs - JMP page boundary bug, BRK behaviour, and Read-Modify-Write quirks • Fixed Scratchpad hang when switching tabs

Screenshots

Kim65022 screens
Opcodes4 screens

Verdict

The call

Kim6502 and Opcodes are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Kim6502 sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per year and Opcodes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Kim6502 versus Opcodes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKim6502Opcodes
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (6 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequency—Every 8 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichael HermanJohn Kennedy

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Kim6502

Subscriptions1
  • Kim6502 annual subscription$5.991 Year
1 purchases

Opcodes

One-time1
  • Buy Me a Coffee$0.99

Questions

Is Kim6502 free?
Kim6502 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Opcodes free?
Opcodes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Kim6502 or Opcodes have ads?
Neither Kim6502 nor Opcodes shows ads.

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