Comparison

DEC Opcodes vs Binary Bridge

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

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About

DEC Opcodes

Explore the instruction sets of legendary DEC computers like the PDP and VAX. This app provides detailed information on each instruction, historical context, and interactive lessons. Discover the machines that shaped modern computing.

Highlights
  • Instruction set reference
  • Historical context and photos
  • System specifications
  • Interactive assembly lessons
  • Search and filtering
  • Customizable themes
  • Simple assembler
Features
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Dec Opcodes – DEC Architecture Reference Before the microprocessor, there was DEC. The minicomputers built by Digital Equipment Corporation didn't just advance computing - they defined it. Unix was born on a PDP-7. Spacewar! ran on a PDP-1. The field of Artificial Intelligence was born on the PDP-10. The VAX powered universities and research labs worldwide for a generation. DecOpcodes puts the complete instruction sets of these legendary machines in your pocket. Five iconic architectures covered: PDP-1 (1960) · PDP-8 (1965) · PDP-10 (1966) · PDP-11 (1970) · VAX (1977) For every instruction:  • Full description of what the instruction does  • Octal and hex encoding  • Flags affected  • Addressing modes, word count, and cycle counts  • Assembly code examples and implementation notes But there is a lot more than just dry opcodes:  • Complete system specifications and register architecture  • Historical context and cultural impact  • Archival photographs - front panels, system cabinets, and more  • Notable installations and the systems they powered  • Architecture variants and successors • Interactive lessons on assembly language and console operations (ideal if you have an PiDP emulator) Built for exploration:  • Search across all systems instantly • A simple assembler for PDP-1, -8 and -11 code • Filter by instruction category  • Sort alphabetically or by category • Favorite instructions for quick reference Beautifully designed:  • System-specific accent colours  • Five themes including Terminal green and Blinkenlights orange  • Full Dark Mode support From the 18-bit simplicity of the PDP-1 to the 32-bit sophistication of the VAX, DecOpcodes is a fascinating and interactive journey through the machines that made modern computing possible. All features are free and unlocked. If you like the app you can always leave a nice review or tip the developer!

About

Binary Bridge

Features
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BitWise helps you convert numbers between Binary (base 2), Octal (base 8), Decimal (base 10), and Hexadecimal (base 16) in seconds. Built for developers, students, and engineers, BitWise keeps conversion simple: choose the current base, enter a value, and instantly view converted results in other bases. # Key Features - Instant base conversion: Binary, Octal, Decimal, Hex - Fractional number support (example: `101.101`, `7.25`, `FF.A`) - Smart input validation per selected base - One-tap copy for each converted result - Copy all conversions at once - Share conversion output quickly - Clean, focused interface with light and dark mode support - Accent color personalization Whether you are debugging low-level values, learning number systems, or checking quick conversions, BitWise gives you accurate results with a smooth mobile experience.

Screenshots

DEC Opcodes4 screens
Binary Bridge4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Binary Bridge at none against DEC Opcodes's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DEC Opcodes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Binary Bridge asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
DEC Opcodes versus Binary Bridge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDEC OpcodesBinary Bridge
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJohn KennedyRajan Panchal

In-app purchases

1 purchases

DEC Opcodes

One-time1
  • Buy Me a Coffee$0.99
None

Binary Bridge

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DEC Opcodes free?
DEC Opcodes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Binary Bridge free?
Binary Bridge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DEC Opcodes or Binary Bridge have ads?
Neither DEC Opcodes nor Binary Bridge shows ads.

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