Comparison

pocket BASIC vs My IQ Practice

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

Head to head
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.

About

My IQ Practice

Features
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Welcome to NeuroIQ! NeuroIQ allows users to test their intelligence with different types of tests, train for specific skills like pattern recognition, mental math, memory, etc. Inside the app you can: Test your intelligence with different quizzes and challenges Train for specific skills Scan your quiz results for a detailed review Keep track of your long-term progress All IQ test results are estimations and not medical recommendations. To get your results, train or scan, users need an active, paid subscription. Privacy: https://neuroiqapp.lovable.app/privacy Terms: https://neuroiqapp.lovable.app/terms

Screenshots

pocket BASIC4 screens
My IQ Practice4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: pocket BASIC at none against My IQ Practice's 2. pocket BASIC also leads on device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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. My IQ Practice sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. pocket BASIC asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
pocket BASIC versus My IQ Practice: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterpocket BASICMy IQ Practice
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac β€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size2 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLeonardo Del NonnoAlpay Vodenicharov

In-app purchases

None

pocket BASIC

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

My IQ Practice

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly$7.997 Days
  • Pro Yearly$29.991 Year

Questions

Is pocket BASIC free?
pocket BASIC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is My IQ Practice free?
My IQ Practice is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do pocket BASIC or My IQ Practice have ads?
Neither pocket BASIC nor My IQ Practice shows ads.

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