Comparison

OpenSol vs insrt

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

Head to head
About

OpenSol

Experience a classic 8080 computer emulator inspired by the Sol-20 Terminal Computer. Interact with original firmware, customize display effects, and enjoy an immersive terminal experience. This independently developed app offers a unique retro computing simulation.

Highlights
  • Intel 8080 interpreter
  • Original OpenSol firmware
  • Sol Command Monitor
  • Customizable display effects (CRT, phosphor)
  • Full-screen immersive mode
  • External keyboard and controller support
  • Virtual cassette tools
Features
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OpenSol is an independently developed Intel 8080 computer emulator inspired by the Processor Technology Sol-20 Terminal Computer. Explore a 64-by-16 character display, type directly into the original OpenSol firmware, and use the built-in Sol Command Monitor. Choose white, green, amber, or red phosphor; switch between a sharp flat display and period-inspired CRT effects; and use full-screen mode for an immersive terminal experience. OpenSol includes: • A complete independently written Intel 8080 interpreter • Original OpenSol firmware and Sol Command Monitor • iPhone, iPad, and Mac interfaces • Direct typing, touch input, external keyboards, and compatible game controllers • User-selected ENT and raw-binary file import • Private on-device Recent Programs and session restoration • Experimental virtual cassette and USB-audio cassette tools OpenSol includes no SOLOS ROM, vintage applications, download catalog, advertising, analytics, tracking, accounts, or network service. Users provide their own lawfully obtained compatible files. OpenSol is not affiliated with or endorsed by Processor Technology Corporation or any successor rights holder. Historical product names are used only to describe compatibility and historical context.

About

insrt

Features
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Meet Insrt. An intelligent companion for PC gamers, built around InsrtAI and your gaming experience. INSRTAI Chat naturally with InsrtAI for everyday questions, PC troubleshooting, gaming help, and performance guidance. Start general conversations or game-specific chats and keep your conversations available across app updates. CONNECT YOUR PC Pair Insrt with the Insrt Control desktop app to bring supported information from your gaming PC to your iPhone. View live performance information such as FPS, GPU and CPU usage, ping, temperatures, frametime, and PC hardware information when available from your connected PC. GAME HEALTH Review supported gaming sessions and performance history to better understand how your PC and games are performing. GAMES Keep your gaming experience organized with game-specific information and quick access to InsrtAI when you need help. CLIPS Access supported clips from your connected PC and keep your gaming moments within the Insrt experience. Clip availability depends on your membership and desktop connection. INSRT MEMBERSHIP Choose the level of Insrt that fits you. Free access is available, with Plus, Pro, and Platinum memberships offering additional features and higher usage limits. Some Control, Game Health, PC information, and Clips features require the Insrt Control Windows application and a connected PC. AI responses may contain errors. Review important troubleshooting recommendations before making changes to your PC. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

OpenSol3 screens
insrt4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OpenSol at none against insrt's 3. OpenSol also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads 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. insrt sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. OpenSol asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
OpenSol versus insrt: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpenSolinsrt
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJordan RudermanSTEVEN DASHUN CRAWFORD

In-app purchases

None

OpenSol

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

insrt

Subscriptions3
  • Insrt Plus$5.991 Month
  • Insrt Pro$9.991 Month
  • Insrt Platinum$19.991 Month

Questions

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

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