Expo Go vs Mango
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Expo Go
Build mobile applications using web technologies like JavaScript and React. This tool allows you to develop interactive experiences with gestures and graphics directly from your iOS device and computer. Some programming experience is recommended for optimal use.
- Build apps with web technologies
- Interactive gesture and graphics development
- JavaScript and React support
- iOS device and computer integration
- React Native 0.81.1 support
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Start learning to build projects using web technologies with just your iOS device. Expo Go is an educational developer tool for learning to create experiences with interactive gestures and graphics using JavaScript and React. Note: some basic programming experience is recommended. Technical specs: this version of Expo uses React Native 0.86
Mango
Access and manage MongoDB databases directly from your device. Browse collections, query data, and edit documents with a native, lightweight interface. Securely connect and manage multiple profiles.
- Browse databases and collections
- Query data with filters and projections
- Edit JSON documents with syntax validation
- View collection indexes
- Secure connection profiles with authentication
- Dark and light mode support
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Browse databases, query collections, and edit documents — all from a fast, native app that feels right at home on every platform. Mango is a lightweight MongoDB GUI built with native controls. No Electron. No web views. Just a real native app that starts instantly and uses a fraction of the memory. BROWSE & EXPLORE See all your databases and collections in a clean sidebar. Expand any database to browse its collections. Tap to query. QUERY WITH EASE Enter a filter, sort, or projection — or just tap Run Query to see everything. Results appear instantly with formatted key-value display. EDIT DOCUMENTS View, edit, duplicate, or delete any document. Full JSON editing with syntax validation. VIEW INDEXES See all indexes on any collection at a glance. CONNECT SECURELY Save connection profiles with SCRAM-SHA-256 authentication and TLS support. Passwords stored securely in the system keychain. DARK & LIGHT MODE Follows your system preference automatically. Native on macOS and iOS. One price. All features. All platforms.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Expo Go at 55% against Mango's 0%. Expo Go also leads on chart position (#8 vs unranked). Mango's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Expo Go ships an update fortnightly, Mango every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Expo Go | Mango |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (7.3K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 55.4% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 7.3K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #8 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 109 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nametag | Skelpo GmbH |
Customer experience
Expo Go
Mango
Bugs and requests
Expo Go
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes on startup
- Unable to connect to development server
- Persistent white screen issues
- Inability to delete or manage accounts
Requested features
4 requests- Bring back QR code scanning functionality
- Improve SDK compatibility and backward support
- Add more customization and configuration options
- Enhance debugging and error reporting tools
Mango
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Expo Go
No in-app purchases
Mango
No in-app purchases
