Frequent Questions about PicStic 1. Because PicStic uses a compiler, interactive features like debug are not compiled with the program. PicStic is also hardware pin-compatible with the BS1. Of course, PicStic has more memory space and additional optional features you may want to take advantage of. I need more execution speed than either the BS1 or BS2 have.
Compilers are inherently faster than interpreters.
I'm using a BS2. If you went to the BS2 merely because it executes faster and has more program space than the BS1, it's quite possible that a PicStic, which also runs faster and has more memory, might fit the bill more cost-effectively. As a compiler rather than an interpreter, it requires different development software. PicStic uses a PIC16F84 processor with optional ADC or RTC hardware. A variety of commercial PIC programmers can do this.