Assembly Lab vs iLinux
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Assembly Lab
This app provides a powerful x86 16-bit real mode assembly language simulator and debugger for mobile devices and Mac. It offers real-time disassembly, register monitoring, memory browsing, and BIOS/DOS interrupt support for learning and practicing low-level programming.
- x86 16-bit CPU emulation
- NASM syntax assembler
- Real-time disassembly
- Breakpoint debugging
- Register and memory monitoring
- BIOS/DOS interrupt support
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AssemblyLab is a powerful x86 16-bit real mode assembly language simulator designed for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. No complex setup required — learn and practice assembly programming anywhere, anytime. 【CORE FEATURES】 • Complete x86 16-bit CPU emulation with 60+ instructions • NASM syntax assembler — write and run instantly • Real-time disassembly view to understand machine code • Full 1MB memory space, authentic real mode simulation 【POWERFUL DEBUGGING TOOLS】 • Set breakpoints and step through code • Live register monitoring (AX/BX/CX/DX/SP/BP/SI/DI) • Visual FLAGS indicator display • Memory browser with hex view and editing • Execution log to trace every instruction 【BIOS/DOS INTERRUPT SUPPORT】 • INT 10h Video Services: cursor control, character output, screen scrolling • INT 21h DOS Services: keyboard input, string output, program termination 【LEARNING-FRIENDLY】 • Built-in example programs from Hello World to algorithms • Syntax-highlighted code editor • Console output for immediate feedback • Load and run .COM files 【CROSS-PLATFORM EXPERIENCE】 • iPhone: optimized portrait layout • iPad: split-view interface for the big screen • Mac: native support with keyboard shortcuts Perfect for: - Computer Science students - Operating Systems course learners - Reverse engineering beginners - Retro computing enthusiasts - Developers curious about low-level programming AssemblyLab is your ideal companion for exploring how computers really work at the lowest level. Download now and start your assembly journey!
iLinux
A comprehensive offline reference for Linux, Windows CMD Batch, and PowerShell commands. It offers detailed syntax, examples, and cross-platform equivalents, along with a daily quiz to reinforce learning. Customize your experience with themes and widgets.
- Extensive command library (1650+ entries)
- Cross-platform command equivalents
- Integrated daily quiz and progress tracking
- Offline access, no ads or tracking
- Customizable themes and widgets
- URL Scheme and Shortcuts support
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iLinux is a shell command reference and learning app for developers, operators, and terminal enthusiasts. It covers Linux, Windows CMD Batch, and PowerShell. Fully offline, no ads, no tracking. Carry a complete command handbook in your pocket. Core Features Command Library 1. 1650+ offline entries: 1050+ Linux CLIs, 300 CMD Batch commands, and 300 PowerShell cmdlets. Topics include filesystem, text, processes, networking, containers (docker, kubectl, helm), version control (git, gh), build tools (cargo, go, cmake), and Windows essentials such as dir, robocopy, netsh, winget, Get-ChildItem, and Get-Process. 2. Linux uses 14 categories; CMD and PowerShell each have their own layout for clearer cross-platform study. 3. Every command includes a concise summary and a Markdown article with syntax, flags, examples, and notes. Cross-Platform Equivalents 1. 100+ mapped groups across Linux, CMD, and PowerShell. Jump between ls, dir, and Get-ChildItem from the detail screen in one tap. 2. Learn the Windows counterpart while studying Linux, or the Linux side while on Windows. 3. Favorites can link across platforms so your study stays connected. Shell Platform Switcher 1. Switch among Linux, CMD Batch, or PowerShell from Commands, Categories, or Daily Quiz without extra tabs. 2. Search and browse stay scoped to the active platform. 3. Show all favorites or only favorites from the current platform in Settings. Fast Lookup 1. A to Z index and category browsing. 2. Global search across names, summaries, and article text. 3. List or grid layouts with adjustable columns on iPhone and iPad. 4. Copy commands and share polished command cards. An equivalents bar jumps to mapped commands on other platforms. Daily Quiz and Learning Progress 1. Daily quiz with option-meaning questions. Generic flags such as -h and --help are filtered out. 2. Quiz sets and scores are tracked separately per shell platform. 3. Reshuffle, streak tracking, and one-tap review from wrong answers back to command detail. 4. Favorites, recents, and a wrong-answer notebook. All progress stays on device. Home Screen Widgets, All Five 1. Daily command with manual shuffle. 2. Category spotlight, quiz glance, favorites glance, and wrong-book glance. 3. Pick the widget command library in Settings: Linux, CMD Batch, or PowerShell. Themes and Appearance 1. Fifteen curated accent presets, including Mountain Mist, Celadon Jade, Moonlit Blue, Misty Violet, Amber Glow, Aloeswood, and Jade Cream. 2. Custom accent color, light or dark mode, and alternate app icons on iPhone and iPad. 3. Widget titles and icons follow your accent color, with optional theme-matched gradient backgrounds. Languages 1. UI and command content in Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and English. 2. Content language can differ from UI language. All three shell libraries include trilingual summaries and articles. Productivity Shortcuts 1. URL Scheme and Shortcuts support for commands, quiz, and favorites, with an optional platform parameter. 2. Up to four customizable Home Screen quick actions when you long-press the app icon. 3. On iPad with a keyboard, Command+F opens search and Command+1 through 4 switch tabs. Privacy and Offline 1. The full command library works offline. No network required to read and learn. 2. No personal data collection, no ads, no third-party tracking. 3. The App Store public lookup API is used only when you manually check for updates. Whether you are new to Linux, a terminal power user, a developer comparing Windows and Linux commands, or an operator who needs a pocket reference on iPhone and iPad, iLinux is your shell command dictionary on the go. Built to teach and reference commands, not to emulate a terminal. Feedback and App Store ratings are welcome.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Assembly Lab at none against iLinux's 1. iLinux's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). On price, review sentiment, ads and monetization model 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
Assembly Lab costs $1.99 and iLinux $1.19 up front. iLinux sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Assembly Lab asks for nothing beyond the download.
Assembly Lab ships an update monthly, iLinux every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Assembly Lab | iLinux |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | $1.19 — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #30 — better | #32 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 72 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Chongqing Hyperits Network Technology Co., Ltd. | 天从 何 |
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In-app purchases
Assembly Lab
No in-app purchases
iLinux
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