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Avalonia vs Xojo
Both stand on cross-platform app development frameworks. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
Visit Avalonia Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
Xojo offers a shared development environment for desktop, web, and mobile targets, with a visual mobile layout editor and device access. Consider the platform-specific build requirements and license term before choosing a paid license.
Visit XojoThe facts
| Avalonia | Xojo | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Plus: €299 a year | Desktop: $499, paid once |
| Plans published | 4 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | avaloniaui.net | xojo.com |
| On cross-platform app development frameworks | #7 of 62 | #11 of 62 |
Avalonia: what it does well
Xojo: what it does well
- One language supports iOS and Android development.
- Mobile UI includes over 30 built-in controls.
- Android apps can be built on macOS, Windows, or Linux.
- All listed licenses include database access.
- Free for development and learning.
What to know first
- Building iOS apps requires a Mac.
- Paid Desktop, Mobile, and Web licenses cost $499, paid once.
- New-release access lasts 12 months per license.
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