DroidScript
droidscript.org
What it is
DroidScript is a coding tool for making native Android apps with JavaScript or Python, as well as HTML5 apps. It is described as non-cloud-based and usable without an internet connection. 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 support learning and setup. An APK Builder plugin can build apps for release on Google Play. Listed plugins cover 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 tool includes a visual UI designer and supports Android, Amazon Fire and ChromeOS targets, with Windows, macOS and Linux desktop platforms. DroidScript is free, with optional paid plugins and donations. Its site points users to a community forum and lists an email address for support; it describes the organization as not-for-profit.
Spec sheet
- Purpose
- DroidScript is a coding tool for creating native Android apps with JavaScript and Python, as well as HTML5 apps.Read 3 Oct 2026 · droidscript.org
- Support
- The site directs users to its community forum and lists [email protected] as a contact address.Read 3 Oct 2026 · droidscript.org
- Headquarters
- Harrogate, United KingdomRead 28 Sep 2026 · droidscript.org
- 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.Read 3 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- App building
- The site says its APK Builder plugin can build apps for release on Google Play.Read 3 Oct 2026 · droidscript.org
- Browser IDE
- Its WiFi IDE works in a web browser and can remotely control, edit, and debug apps on connected Android devices over WiFi.Read 3 Oct 2026 · droidscript.org
- Extensions
- The site says users can create private or open-source plugins with its Plugin SDK and extend the WiFi IDE with DroidScript Extensions.Read 3 Oct 2026 · droidscript.org
- Learning resources
- DroidScript includes documentation, runnable code examples, and samples to help users learn and get started.Read 3 Oct 2026 · droidscript.org
- Maker contact location
- The Google Play listing identifies the developer as DROIDSCRIPT LTD and gives an address in Harrogate, United Kingdom.Read 3 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- Offline use
- The site says DroidScript is not cloud based and does not require an internet connection.Read 3 Oct 2026 · droidscript.org
- Organization
- The site describes droidscript.org as a not-for-profit organization whose revenue supports hosting, volunteer equipment, and developers.Read 3 Oct 2026 · droidscript.org
- Plugins
- Listed plugins include tools for barcode reading, GoPro control, Lego Mindstorms NXT, Sphero, and MOGA gamepads.Read 3 Oct 2026 · droidscript.org
- 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.Read 3 Oct 2026 · droidscript.org
- Release availability
- The download page lists DroidScript releases v3.00 and v2.74 through v2.80.Read 3 Oct 2026 · droidscript.org
- 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.Read 3 Oct 2026 · droidscript.org
Plans and prices
DroidScript Free Free to download; optional paid plugins and donations Read 3 Oct 2026 · droidscript.org
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Works without an internet connection.
- Supports JavaScript and Python.
- WiFi IDE remotely edits connected Android apps.
- Includes a visual UI designer.
- Plugin SDK supports private or open-source plugins.
Limits
- Native app creation is specified for Android.
- Optional paid plugins and donations are listed.
- WiFi IDE control requires connected Android devices over WiFi.
Who it suits
DroidScript may suit people learning JavaScript or Python app development, or building Android and HTML5 apps. Its offline use, browser-based WiFi IDE and plugin tools are relevant to developers working with connected Android devices.
Verdict
DroidScript offers a free coding environment with offline use, Android-focused tooling and a browser-based WiFi IDE. Its platform and device workflow are worth checking against the apps and targets you need to build.
Where Specifiction places it
- Mobile Development IDEs#15 of 418.2
