Side by side
GimliDS vs POKE64
Both stand on commodore 64 emulators. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan
Visit GimliDS Paid iPhone
POKE64 combines broad C64 media, drive, memory, audio, and peripheral support in an iPad-focused workspace. Its beta status and requirement to supply software images are important considerations.
Visit POKE64The facts
| GimliDS | POKE64 | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Not published |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Not published | iPhone |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Not published |
| Plans published | None | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | alexain.github.io |
| On commodore 64 emulators | #27 of 31 | #31 of 31 |
GimliDS: what it does well
POKE64: what it does well
- Supports C64 and C64C in PAL and NTSC modes
- Handles eight listed disk, tape, cartridge, and program formats
- REU memory support reaches 16 MB
- Media library includes artwork and title profiles
- Supports Apple Pencil and Commodore 1351 mouse input
What to know first
- Copyrighted ROMs and commercial images are not bundled
- Currently identified as a TestFlight beta
- Virtual modem may transmit data to a selected remote destination
- No netplay support
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