Speccy - ZX Spectrum Emulator

Name: Speccy - ZX Spectrum Emulator
Rating: 4.2391305 (1606 reviews)
Author: Garage Research Emulators

By: Garage Research Emulators

The most complete ZX Spectrum & Sam Coupe emulator for Android.

Features & Capabilities

Speccy is a highly optimized Sinclair ZX Spectrum and Sam Coupe emulator designed specifically for Android devices. It supports a wide range of Spectrum models including 16k, 48k, 128k, +2, +2A, +3, Timex Sinclair, Pentagon, and Skorpion, offering an authentic experience that runs at the same speed as the original hardware.

This emulator features full screen portrait mode with TV scanlines simulation, physical and touchscreen keyboard support, and the ability to record soundtracks to MIDI files. Users can play games over local networks or the internet via NetPlay, browse software archives from WorldOfSpectrum.org, and load snapshots, tape files, and disk images with authentic tape sounds. It also emulates various joysticks, mouses, and printers, and supports Bluetooth and USB gamepads, including popular devices like Moga and Xperia Play.

Speccy is compatible with GoogleTV devices running Android Jelly Bean and offers a comprehensive retro computing and gaming experience. Please note that the emulator package does not contain Spectrum programs; users should add their own legally obtained software.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

Garage Research Emulators

Downloads:

265,925 365

Rating:

4.24

(1,606) 1 new ratings

Version:

5.9.11 Last updated: 2026-03-15

Version code:

5911

Creation date:

2011-07-17

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT Low risk
com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Safe
android.permission.VIBRATE Safe

Size:

5.43MB

Email:

lu*****@gmail.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-06

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# 135,054 ▼ 457

For Developers

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Contact the developer

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Developed by:

Garage Research Emulators

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fms.speccy

Email:

lu*****@gmail.com

Website:

http://fms.komkon.org/EmuAndroid/

User Reviews

Users praise the app for delivering a nostalgic Spectrum experience on Android and note it runs many games well with ongoing maintenance, including Android 15 compatibility and a useful speed-up feature. However, frequent complaints center on poor controls and input handling, pay-to-save restrictions, difficulties locating or loading downloaded TAP/TZX files, and reliability issues (including Android TV not supported and occasional slow loads). Overall, it is a strong emulator with caveats around UI/input, monetization, and file management.

Pros

Nostalgic Spectrum experience with solid Android performance; many games run without issue.
Active maintenance and updates, including Android 15 compatibility and bug fixes.
Helpful features like a speed-up option for turn-based games.
Portable/mobile-friendly and great for retro gaming on the go.

Cons

Horrible controls and input handling (virtual joystick mapping issues; keypad doesn't work consistently).
Save/restore features gated behind a paid version, which feels restrictive and can mislead users.
Difficulty locating or loading downloaded TAP/TZX files and general file-management/navigation issues.
Reliability concerns and platform gaps (not working well on Android TV; occasional slow loads).

Recent reviews

Nice app, helps me learn since I don't have the system, but would be nice since my USB n Bluetooth keyboards hook up to my tablet, that I have a way to assign buttons like Break, Graph, Symbol Shift, and Extend Mode to use on my keyboard to make typing easier.