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DroidScript
Harrogate, United Kingdom
What it is
DroidScript is a coding tool for creating native Android apps with JavaScript or Python, as well as HTML5 apps. It works without an internet connection and is not cloud based. Its WiFi IDE runs in a browser and can remotely control, edit, and debug apps on connected Android devices over WiFi. Documentation, runnable examples, and samples are included to help users get started. An APK Builder plugin can build apps for release on Google Play. Listed plugins include tools for barcode reading, GoPro control, Lego Mindstorms NXT, Sphero, and MOGA gamepads. Users can make private or open-source plugins with the Plugin SDK and extend the WiFi IDE. The v3.00 release notes list an improved editor, a package registry, a visual drag-and-drop layout extension, and a DriveBackup extension. DroidScript is free to download, with optional paid plugins and donations. It supports Android, Amazon Fire, and ChromeOS targets, along with Windows, macOS, and Linux desktop platforms. Support is available through a community forum and an email contact.
For and against
For
- Works offline without an internet connection.
- Supports JavaScript and Python for Android apps.
- Browser IDE can edit and debug connected Android apps.
- Includes documentation, runnable examples, and samples.
- Free to download.
Against
- Optional paid plugins and donations are available.
- APK Builder is a plugin for building Google Play releases.
The verdict
DroidScript offers an offline coding environment, a browser-based IDE, and tools for extending the platform. Consider whether its Android focus and plugin-based app building match your project needs.
Who it suits
DroidScript may suit people who want to create Android apps using JavaScript or Python, including those who want offline access. Its browser-based WiFi IDE and learning materials may be useful to people developing on connected Android devices.
Plans and prices
DroidScript
Free to download; optional paid plugins and donations
Read 3 Oct 2026 · droidscript.org
On the record
- Android listing privacy disclosure
- Google Play's DroidScript listing says the app may collect app activity, encrypts data in transit, and does not share data with third parties.play.google.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- App building
- The site says its APK Builder plugin can build apps for release on Google Play.droidscript.org · read 3 Oct 2026
- Browser IDE
- Its WiFi IDE works in a web browser and can remotely control, edit, and debug apps on connected Android devices over WiFi.droidscript.org · read 3 Oct 2026
- Extensions
- The site says users can create private or open-source plugins with its Plugin SDK and extend the WiFi IDE with DroidScript Extensions.droidscript.org · read 3 Oct 2026
- Learning resources
- DroidScript includes documentation, runnable code examples, and samples to help users learn and get started.droidscript.org · read 3 Oct 2026
- Maker contact location
- The Google Play listing identifies the developer as DROIDSCRIPT LTD and gives an address in Harrogate, United Kingdom.play.google.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Offline use
- The site says DroidScript is not cloud based and does not require an internet connection.droidscript.org · read 3 Oct 2026
- Organization
- The site describes droidscript.org as a not-for-profit organization whose revenue supports hosting, volunteer equipment, and developers.droidscript.org · read 3 Oct 2026
- Plugins
- Listed plugins include tools for barcode reading, GoPro control, Lego Mindstorms NXT, Sphero, and MOGA gamepads.droidscript.org · read 3 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- DroidScript is a coding tool for creating native Android apps with JavaScript and Python, as well as HTML5 apps.droidscript.org · read 3 Oct 2026
- Recent editor features
- The v3.00 release notes list an improved editor with extensions, a package registry, visual drag-and-drop layout extension, and DriveBackup extension.droidscript.org · read 3 Oct 2026
- Release availability
- The download page lists DroidScript releases v3.00 and v2.74 through v2.80.droidscript.org · read 3 Oct 2026
- Security-related change
- The v2.79 release notes say DroidScript's crypto now uses AES/GCM/NoPadding by default and allow the prior AES/ECB/PKCS5Padding method as an option.droidscript.org · read 3 Oct 2026
- Support
- The site directs users to its community forum and lists [email protected] as a contact address.droidscript.org · read 3 Oct 2026
