Expo Go vs Appy for Appwrite
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
Appy for Appwrite
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Monitor your Appwrite resources on the go. Take Appwrite anywhere you go! ◆ DASHBOARD - View real-time stats across all Appwrite services at a glance - Monitor Users, Databases, Storage Buckets, Functions, and Messages counts - Check platform health with live status checks (HTTP, Database, Cache, Storage) - Pull-to-refresh for instant data updates ◆ AUTH - Browse all users with name, email, and phone details - View teams and their member counts - Navigate directly from home dashboard to user and team lists ◆ DATABASES - List all databases including TablesDB instances - Browse tables within each database - Edit database name and toggle enabled state - Delete databases with confirmation safeguards ◆ STORAGE - Browse storage buckets and their files - Tap any file to download and preview with the native file viewer - Configure bucket settings: encryption, antivirus, file size limits, allowed extensions - Manage file security and image transformation toggles - Delete buckets with confirmation safeguards ◆ FUNCTIONS - View deployments with build size and status - Browse execution history with status indicators - Edit function settings: runtime, entrypoint, build command, schedule, timeout, scopes - Configure execute access and event triggers - Delete functions with confirmation safeguards ◆ MESSAGING - Browse all messages with provider type and delivery status - Inspect message payloads with formatted JSON preview - View creation dates and message metadata ◆ WIDGETS - Small shortcut widgets for quick access to Auth, Databases, and Storage - Medium stat widgets showing live counts for each service - Large project overview widget with health status and all service metrics - Configure widgets per project with connection selection ◆ CONNECTIONS - Connect to any Appwrite instance with endpoint, project ID, and API token - Label each connection for easy identification - Switch between multiple Appwrite projects instantly - In-app setup guide with required API key scopes - Credentials stored locally and encrypted on device That’s it folks! This text isn't gonna get any more interesting. I mean, I think we've pretty much covered all the good stuff. Still here? Ummmm, ok. How's everything? Good? Cool cool cool. What are you looking for? The app description is over. For real, check out the app. It's way better than hanging out in the App Store this long. Wow, you're dedicated. Do you just love app descriptions? Weird. OK, we're gonna go now. Bye. NOTICE & ACKNOWLEDGMENT 1. API tokens are stored locally on your device, and never leave it. 2. Appy is OSS (Open Source Software), feel free to open an Issue or PR at github.com/get-appy/appy 3. This is not a replacement for the Appwrite platform. Certain actions, such as creating projects should be done directly in the web dashboard. © FarFetched 2026. All trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners. Terms of Service: https://farfetched.xyz/appy/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Expo Go at none against Appy for Appwrite's 5. Expo Go also leads on chart position (#7 vs unranked). Appy for Appwrite's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, 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. Appy for Appwrite sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Expo Go asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Expo Go | Appy for Appwrite |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (7.3K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 55.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7.3K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Best chart rank | #7 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 109 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nametag | FarFetched |
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
Appy for Appwrite
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Expo Go
No in-app purchases
Appy for Appwrite
- PRO$2.491 Month
- PRO$6.991 Year
- PRO$9.991 Year
- PRO$12.99
- PRO$24.99









