Comparison

Pythona vs Modbus Poll Mobile

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

Head to head
About

Pythona

Run Python 3.14 and large language models entirely on-device with a full-featured IDE. Supports Jupyter-style notebooks, scientific computing libraries, and local AI inference without API keys.

Highlights
  • Jupyter-style notebooks
  • On-device AI & machine learning
  • Preinstalled scientific computing libraries
  • Local Python 3.14 environment
  • Smart code completion
  • Markdown file preview
Features
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Run Python — and large language models, fully on-device — right on your iPhone and iPad. Pythona is a full-featured Python 3.14 IDE that brings real scientific computing, notebooks, and local AI to your device. Jupyter-style notebooks Write and run Python in cells, just like Jupyter — charts, tables, images, and math render inline. Open, edit, and save .ipynb files to run data analysis and experiments anywhere. On-device AI & machine learning Run large language models entirely on-device with MLX, Apple's ML framework for Apple Silicon — inference runs locally, no API keys required. Try the included local LLM demo to get started in seconds. Scientific computing, preinstalled NumPy, SciPy, scikit-learn, Pandas, Matplotlib, OpenCV and more come precompiled and ready to import. A local Python environment - Python 3.14 with popular libraries - Smart, fast code completion - Syntax highlighting for many languages (JavaScript, C, Rust, Go, HTML, CSS, Shell, and more) - Markdown file preview - Create, save, and organize your scripts, and install more pure-Python packages via the built-in package manager Whether you're prototyping ML ideas, running data analysis, or learning Python on the go, Pythona puts a genuinely capable Python environment in your pocket.

About

Modbus Poll Mobile

Features
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Modbus Poll is a mobile Modbus TCP master and diagnostic tool for engineers, technicians, and integrators who need to check on PLCs, sensors, and industrial devices without carrying a laptop. CONNECT & POLL • Modbus TCP client — connect to any device on your network by IP and port • Read Coils, Discrete Inputs, Holding Registers, and Input Registers (FC01–FC04) • Write single or multiple coils and registers (FC05, FC06, FC15, FC16) • Configurable slave ID, start address, quantity, and poll interval • Live TX/RX/error counters so you can see connection health at a glance MAKE SENSE OF THE DATA • 24 display formats: signed/unsigned, hex, binary, 32-bit long, float, and 64-bit integer/double — in all four standard byte orders • Per-register aliases so "400012" becomes "Tank Level" • Custom scaling formulas (e.g. x/10) to convert raw register values into real-world units • Live sparkline charts per register, with min/max and history FIND DEVICES FASTER • Network scan across a subnet to discover responding Modbus TCP devices • LAN port scan for general network diagnostics LOG & SHARE • Log live polling data straight to CSV • Share the log file instantly via the system share sheet — AirDrop, email, cloud storage, wherever you need it BUILT FOR THE FIELD • Clean, fast interface with light and dark themes • Works over Wi-Fi or cellular — anywhere your device reaches the target network Whether you're commissioning a new panel, chasing down a communication fault, or just need to peek at a register value between meetings, Modbus Poll puts a full Modbus master in your pocket.

Screenshots

Pythona4 screens
Modbus Poll Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Pythona at Free against Modbus Poll Mobile's $1.99. Pythona also leads on chart position (#153 vs unranked). Modbus Poll Mobile's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Pythona is free to download; Modbus Poll Mobile costs $1.99 up front. Pythona sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Modbus Poll Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Pythona versus Modbus Poll Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPythonaModbus Poll Mobile
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#153 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size560 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer志远 刘Muh Syafiudin

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Pythona

One-time1
  • Pythona Pro$9.99
None

Modbus Poll Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pythona free?
Pythona is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Modbus Poll Mobile free?
Modbus Poll Mobile costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pythona or Modbus Poll Mobile have ads?
Neither Pythona nor Modbus Poll Mobile shows ads.

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