Kim6502 vs pocketFORTH
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Kim6502
This app simulates the KIM-1 single-board computer from 1976, featuring a 6502 microprocessor. Users can enter and run machine code, with programs starting at 0x0200 and a virtual tape for saving work. It includes built-in instructions for guidance.
- KIM-1 computer emulation
- 6502 microprocessor simulation
- Machine code entry and execution
- Program storage up to 0x0200 bytes
- Virtual tape for saving work
- Included instructions
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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/
pocketFORTH
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Discover one of the programming languages that helped shape modern computing. PocketFORTH is a modern FORTH environment inspired by the golden age of pocket computers and home computing, bringing the power of interactive programming directly to your iPhone and iPad. Whether you're a retro-computing enthusiast, a student, an electronics maker or simply curious to explore one of the most influential programming languages ever created, Pocket FORTH lets you write, run, edit and save FORTH programs through a clean, fast and completely offline interface. Designed for both learning and experimentation, Pocket FORTH combines the simplicity of the original language with modern features including live editing, dictionary browsing, source inspection, QR code sharing, persistent storage and a growing collection of built-in words compatible with classic FORTH systems.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: pocketFORTH at none against Kim6502's 1. pocketFORTH also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Kim6502 sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per year. pocketFORTH asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Kim6502 | pocketFORTH |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Michael Herman | Leonardo Del Nonno |
In-app purchases
Kim6502
- Kim6502 annual subscription$5.991 Year
pocketFORTH
No in-app purchases
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