GeneSearch vs Helix Genetics
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GeneSearch
Explore detailed information about genes and proteins with an intuitive interface. Search by name or symbol, toggle between species, and save favorites for quick access. Integrates with NCBI for accurate data and allows sharing of findings.
- Search genes by name or symbol
- Human and mouse species toggle
- Detailed gene information pages
- Save favorite genes
- Recent search history
- NCBI database integration
- Explore protein sequences and structures
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Search for genes and proteins, view detailed information, and manage your favorites all in one place. The app features: - A clean, intuitive interface for searching genes by name or symbol - Toggle between human and mouse species for targeted searches - Detailed gene information pages showing descriptions, functions, genomic locations, and aliases - Ability to save favorite genes for quick access - Recent search history tracking - Integration with NCBI's genetic database for accurate, up-to-date information - Explore protein sequences and structures - Share gene and protein information with colleagues
Helix Genetics
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Helix is a focused reference and study tool for the genetic code — every codon, every amino acid, and a live transcription/translation playground in your pocket. Whether you are a biology student grinding for an exam, a med-school applicant brushing up on biochemistry, or a curious mind who just wants to understand how DNA becomes protein, Helix gives you the answer in one tap. KEY FEATURES • Full codon table — all 64 codons mapped to their amino acid, with start and stop calls • Amino acid reference — names, three-letter and one-letter codes, side-chain class, and structure • Transcribe & Translate — paste or type a DNA sequence and watch it become mRNA and protein in real time • Quiz mode — drill yourself on codon → amino acid, amino acid properties, and start/stop signals • Search any nucleotide triplet, three-letter code or one-letter code instantly • Clean, distraction-free design built for quick reference and longer study sessions • Fully offline — your sequences never leave your device DESIGNED FOR STUDY Helix stays out of your way. No accounts, no popups, no upsells. Open the app, find what you need, and get back to learning. PRIVACY No tracking. No accounts. No data collection. Sequences you paste stay on your device.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: GeneSearch at 3 against Helix Genetics's 1. GeneSearch also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | GeneSearch | Helix Genetics |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 0 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | young-Hwan Jo | Linh Phan Nhat Khanh |
In-app purchases
GeneSearch
No in-app purchases
Helix Genetics
No in-app purchases
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