Best Emacs Apps

a-Shell

Local Unix terminal (& ssh)

Free

Run a full Unix-like terminal environment on your iOS device. Execute a wide range of commands, edit files, and even program using included interpreters and compilers. Supports multitasking and integration with Shortcuts.

Plain Org

by Xenodium Ltd.

$14.99

Manage your org mode tasks and notes on the go. This app offers a rich editing experience with support for various markup features, filtering, and cloud syncing. It allows for outline-style editing, task management, and customization of display modes.

LispPad Go

Write Scheme code on the go

Free

This app is a lightweight development environment for writing and running Scheme code on iOS. It features a Scheme interpreter, a console for interaction, and a text editor with syntax highlighting and smart indentation. It supports R7RS standard Scheme with a wide range of libraries, including iOS-specific ones.

Metanote-notes,docs,agenda

Writing, never to be lost.

Free

A privacy-focused offline editor that supports Org mode for writing, task management, and knowledge wikis. It offers real-time editing of rich content and seamless synchronization across devices.

GitHub

Projects, ideas, & code to go

Free

Manage your code projects, review changes, and collaborate with your team on the go. This app allows you to stay updated with notifications, respond to issues, and browse files and code from anywhere.

Notion: Notes, Tasks, AI

Plan, organize, track projects

Free

This AI-powered workspace helps you write notes, manage tasks, organize projects, and collaborate with others. It offers features like AI meeting notes and interactive maps to streamline your workflow for personal, student, or professional use.

Blink Shell, Build & Code

The Pro tool for developers

Free

Transform your iOS device into a powerful terminal for coding and development. Leverage Mosh and SSH for stable, fast connections. Integrate with VS Code and manage your entire development workflow from your pocket.

Vim

by Applidium

Free

A highly configurable text editor with a long history, designed for efficient editing from both command lines and graphical interfaces. It offers extensive customization options for programmers and writers alike.

(LispLab)

Learn Lisp!

Free

Master the Scheme programming language with structured lessons, a built-in interpreter, and interactive exercises. Track your progress and explore functional programming concepts, including a new module for the beginner-friendly Logo language.

Ruckus - Racket IDE

Write & Run Code

Free

This application serves as an integrated development environment for the Racket programming language. It allows users to write and execute Racket code directly on their mobile devices.

iVim

by 文礼 周

Free

This app brings the powerful Vim text editor to iOS devices. It offers advanced features like custom font import, an extended and customizable keyboard, multistage language input, and seamless integration with other apps through sharing and document pickers. Advanced functionalities like plugin management and version control are available via in-app purchases or a subscription.

VI Reference

by Matthias Schorer

Free

A comprehensive guide for users of the Unix VI editor. It details essential functions like searching, editing, and cursor movement, including advanced commands.

LibTerm

Command Line Shell

Free

This app provides a powerful command-line interface for iOS devices, enabling users to run various shell commands. It includes tools for coding in C, Python, and Lua, and allows for text file editing with syntax highlighting.