Comparison

CS Micro vs Graphica

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

Head to head
About

CS Micro

Features
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CS Micro-Lessons makes learning computer science intuitive, engaging, and memorable. Complex topics are broken down into short, focused lessons with clear explanations, real-world analogies, visual examples, and practical applications. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN β€’ Data Structures β€” Arrays, Linked Lists, Trees, Graphs, Hash Tables β€’ Algorithms β€” Sorting, Searching, Recursion, Dynamic Programming β€’ Operating Systems β€” Processes, Memory Management, File Systems, Scheduling β€’ Databases β€” SQL, Indexing, Transactions, Normalization β€’ Networking β€” TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, Security Protocols β€’ Cybersecurity β€” Encryption, Authentication, Common Vulnerabilities β€’ Software Engineering β€” Design Patterns, Testing, Version Control β€’ Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning β€” Neural Networks, Training, Model Evaluation β€’ Cloud Computing β€” AWS Fundamentals, Containers, Serverless Architecture β€’ Distributed Systems β€” Replication, Consensus, CAP Theorem β€’ Compilers β€” Parsing, Optimization, Code Generation β€’ Plus 8 additional core computer science subjects KEY FEATURES β€’ 580 bite-sized lessons across 19 comprehensive modules β€’ Visual analogies that simplify difficult concepts β€’ Code examples with time and space complexity analysis β€’ Checkpoint questions to test your understanding β€’ AI-powered voice explanations and personalized feedback β€’ Spaced repetition for long-term retention β€’ Progress tracking and study streaks β€’ Offline-first learning experience PERFECT FOR β€’ Computer Science students preparing for exams β€’ Self-taught developers filling knowledge gaps β€’ Software engineering interview preparation β€’ Professionals refreshing foundational concepts β€’ Anyone curious about how computers really work Start with 3 free modules and explore the fundamentals. Unlock the complete curriculum with a one-time purchase and build a deep understanding of computer science at your own pace.

About

Graphica

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Graphica turns abstract graph theory into something you can actually see. Build your own graphs or load sample ones, then watch nine classic algorithms run step by step β€” from breadth-first and depth-first search to Dijkstra's shortest path and minimum spanning tree algorithms like Kruskal's and Prim's. FEATURES β€’ 9 graph algorithms, visualized step by step β€’ Pinch-to-zoom canvas for graphs of any size β€’ Synchronized pseudocode panel β€” see exactly which line is executing β€’ Ready-made sample graphs to explore immediately β€’ Build and edit your own custom graphs β€’ Fully native SwiftUI, built for iOS PRIVACY FIRST Graphica works completely offline. No account, no ads, no analytics, no tracking β€” your data never leaves your device. Whether you're a computer science student preparing for exams, a developer brushing up before technical interviews, or simply curious how these algorithms work, Graphica makes graph theory click.

Screenshots

CS Micro4 screens
Graphica4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Graphica at none against CS Micro's 1. On price, ads, device support 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. CS Micro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Graphica asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 4 level
CS Micro versus Graphica: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCS MicroGraphica
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size3 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSnurfed LLCANIL TURGUT

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CS Micro

One-time1
  • Unlock Full Curriculum$9.99
None

Graphica

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CS Micro free?
CS Micro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Graphica free?
Graphica is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CS Micro or Graphica have ads?
Neither CS Micro nor Graphica shows ads.

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