HofstadterTools
5.7#81 in physics simulation softwareLinux
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myPhysicsLab
7.5#4 in physics simulation softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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| Fact | HofstadterTools | myPhysicsLab |
|---|---|---|
| 3D visuals | No | No |
| Authoring tools | No | Yes |
| Delivery mode | desktop | hybrid |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | The documentation lists pip and conda-forge as package installation channels. | The maker documents sharing simulation URLs by email and customizing simulations with JavaScript; it does not list third-party integrations on the pages reviewed. |
| Lesson library | No | Yes |
| License | The GitHub repository identifies the project license as GPL-3.0. | The software is open source under the Apache 2.0 License, and its source code is available on GitHub. |
| Purpose | HofstadterTools is a set of Python programs and classes for analyzing the Hofstadter model and computing band structure, quantum geometry, and topology. | myPhysicsLab provides interactive, real-time animated physics simulations that users can change by dragging objects and adjusting parameters. |
| Security and compliance | The opened documentation pages do not state security or compliance commitments. | The maker's home page and linked documentation reviewed describe the open source license and source repository but make no security or compliance claims. |
| Support | For support, the maintainers direct users to start a GitHub discussion; issues can be reported through GitHub, and other inquiries can be sent to Bart Andrews. | The author identifies himself as Erik Neumann and provides an email address on the home page; no support plan is listed there. |
HofstadterTools plans
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myPhysicsLab plans
- Free and open sourceFree
Pick HofstadterTools if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick myPhysicsLab if…
It suits learners and educators exploring physics concepts, as well as developers who want to customize interactive simulations. Users can also download versions for offline viewing.