DroidScript
DroidScript is a coding tool for making native Android apps with JavaScript or Python, as well as HTML5 apps.
What DroidScript is
DroidScript is a coding tool for making native Android apps with JavaScript or Python, as well as HTML5 apps. It works offline and does not require 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 help users learn the tool. An APK Builder plugin can package apps for release on Google Play. Listed plugins cover barcode reading, GoPro control, Lego Mindstorms NXT, Sphero, and MOGA gamepads. Users can create private or open-source plugins with the Plugin SDK and extend the WiFi IDE. DroidScript includes a visual UI designer and supports Android, Amazon Fire, and ChromeOS targets, with Windows, macOS, and Linux desktop platforms. It is free to download, with optional paid plugins and donations. The site points users to a community forum and lists an email address for support.
Good
- Works offline without an internet connection
- Supports JavaScript, Python, and HTML5 apps
- Browser IDE can control and debug connected Android apps
- Includes documentation and runnable code samples
- APK Builder supports Google Play release packaging
Watch out
- Optional plugins may require payment
- Desktop platform support does not include iOS
Who it suits
DroidScript suits people who want to build Android or HTML5 apps using JavaScript or Python, including those who prefer a browser-based IDE or offline coding. Its learning resources may also help people getting started.
Verdict
DroidScript combines mobile app development, a browser-based IDE, learning materials, and plugin support. It is free to download, though some plugins are paid.
Plans and prices
From DroidScript's own pricing page, checked 3 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| DroidScript | Free | Free to download; optional paid plugins and donations |
The facts
Each one read from DroidScript's own pages, with the date it was checked.
Where it runs
- 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.checked 3 Oct 2026
- App building
- The site says its APK Builder plugin can build apps for release on Google Play.checked 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.checked 3 Oct 2026
What it does
- Extensions
- The site says users can create private or open-source plugins with its Plugin SDK and extend the WiFi IDE with DroidScript Extensions.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Learning resources
- DroidScript includes documentation, runnable code examples, and samples to help users learn and get started.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Offline use
- The site says DroidScript is not cloud based and does not require an internet connection.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Organization
- The site describes droidscript.org as a not-for-profit organization whose revenue supports hosting, volunteer equipment, and developers.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Plugins
- Listed plugins include tools for barcode reading, GoPro control, Lego Mindstorms NXT, Sphero, and MOGA gamepads.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- DroidScript is a coding tool for creating native Android apps with JavaScript and Python, as well as HTML5 apps.checked 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.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Release availability
- The download page lists DroidScript releases v3.00 and v2.74 through v2.80.checked 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.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Support
- The site directs users to its community forum and lists [email protected] as a contact address.checked 3 Oct 2026
The company
- Headquarters
- Harrogate, United Kingdomchecked 28 Sep 2026
- Maker contact location
- The Google Play listing identifies the developer as DROIDSCRIPT LTD and gives an address in Harrogate, United Kingdom.checked 3 Oct 2026
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