# Lightly: AI-Powered IDE — Java/HTML/C/Python Code Editor

> Cloud-based IDE for iPad supporting multiple languages with AI code generation and collaboration. (iPhone/iPad app by CODE LEAP TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightly-ai-powered-ide/id1614196504 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [CODE LEAP TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1676611544)
- Category: Developer Tools, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 48 MB
- Languages: English, Chinese
- Released: 2022-10-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightly-ai-powered-ide/id1614196504/reviews.md

## What is Lightly?

Lightly is a powerful cloud IDE that supports multiple programming languages, including Java, Python, C++, HTML, JavaScript. Write, run, and debug code on iPad, anywhere, anytime. The AI-generated code feature helps you quickly generate code. Collaborative development enables easy team collaboration in real-time.

Lightly is optimized for iPad, giving you a seamless experience when moving from PC to coding on the iPad. 

Lightly supports multiple project templates, third-party database, packaging, project deployment, and everything you need to program.

Let Lightly build the right environment for you and start coding in no time. Test out our built-in templates and learn from actual projects. If you have any problems, let our AI assistant help you solve them.

Lightly offers an intelligent coding experience on iPad for professional programming. Lightly is packed with a standardized development environment for multiple programming languages. Your code can be synced across devices. Share your development environment and invite team members to collaborate within Lightly and boost your programming efficiency to a new level.

Why Lightly?

-Zero Setup.
Start coding instantly with no setup needed.

-Code on an iPad as it is on a PC and Mac.
We support databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Redis.
Let Lightly help you deploy on AWS, Azure, GCP, or any other cloud provider.
 
-All the intelligent coding assistance you need.
Intelligent code editor: code completion, syntax highlighting, on-the-fly error highlighting, quick-fixes, code formatter etc. 
Smart code navigation, AI code generator, Visualized debugger, IDE customization (customizing theme colors and keyboard shortcuts) and more.
 
-Code collaboration is made easier.
Teamwork has never been easier with all the collaboration features provided by Lightly. 

If you encounter any problems, don't hesitate to get in touch with us at hi@lightly-dev.com.


Subscription Monthly Payment - AI Assistant Description
1.Plan included: Basic RMB 18/month, Premium RMB 32/month , Unlimited RMB 138/month
2.For accounts that purchase an automatic subscription to Monthly Pay-AI Assistant, the iTunes account will be automatically charged and the validity of AI Assistant will be extended for 1 month 24 hours before the expiration of each month.
1. To cancel your subscription, please manually open "Settings" -> go to "iTunes Store and App Store" -> click on "Apple ID "Apple ID", select "Apple ID", enter "Account Settings" page, click "Subscription", select "Monthly Payment - AI Assistant". Simply cancel your subscription. If you do not close your subscription at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period, the subscription will automatically renew.
2. Service agreement (including rules for automatic subscription services): https://www.lightly-dev.com/terms-of-service/
3. Privacy agreement: https://www.lightly-dev.com/privacy-policy/

Subscription Monthly Payment - Lightly Membership Description
1.Plan included: iPad Edition RMB 12/month, Personal Edition RMB 35/month, Professional Edition RMB 50/month , Premium Edition RMB 103/month
2.For accounts that purchase an automatic subscription to Monthly Pay-Lightly Membership, the iTunes account will be automatically charged and the validity of Lightly Membership will be extended for 1 month 24 hours before the expiration of each month.
4. To cancel your subscription, please manually open "Settings" -> go to "iTunes Store and App Store" -> click on "Apple ID "Apple ID", select "Apple ID", enter "Account Settings" page, click "Subscription", select "Monthly Payment - Lightly Membership". Simply cancel your subscription. If you do not close your subscription at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period, the subscription will automatically renew.
5. Service agreement (including rules for automatic subscription services): https://www.lightly-dev.com/terms-of-service/
6. Privacy agreement: https://www.lightly-dev.com/privacy-policy/

## Key features

- AI-powered code generation
- Real-time collaborative development
- Supports Java, Python, C++, HTML, JavaScript
- Zero setup required
- Seamless PC to iPad coding experience
- Project templates and deployment support
- Intelligent code editor features

## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightly-ai-powered-ide/id1614196504/reviews.md

### 5/5 — good!!      ‌ ‌

*2023-06-20*

Lightly has now become one of my frequently used development tools.   ​‍

### 5/5 — update      ‌‍

*2023-06-19*

First of all, I really appreciate the developer for bringing such a convenient product. However, sometimes we don't have access to the internet but still need to handle and review code. So my question is, would it be possible to add an option to save projects both in the cloud and locally? This way, when we open a project that's saved locally, we can use it directly without having to connect to the cloud.      ‌

### 5/5 — Download speed of dependencies

*2023-06-19*

The download speed of dependencies is a bit slow and I hope the developer can continue to optimize it.‍   ​

### 5/5 — I’m not sure if ​

*2023-06-18*

I have no idea ​‌‌

### 5/5 — Requisition      ​

*2023-06-17*

Hope to support local development. ‍       ‌

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2023-06-01*

The reviews are most likely fake. Just look at the pattern in writing. This app fails to load on initial download. Does not have a self-hosted option and instead requires you to pay $9 monthly for 1 vCPU and 4GB disk. Money grabber

**Developer response:** We take all feedback seriously and strive to provide a high-quality experience for our users. Regarding the issue with the app failing to load on initial download, we would like to investigate this further and address any potential bugs or issues. As for the self-hosted option, we understand that some users may prefer this feature, however, our current pricing model includes access to our cloud-based infrastructure which provides reliable and scalable resources for your needs. If you have any further concerns or questions, please feel free to reach out to our support team.

### 5/5 — Details!!

*2023-05-02, version 0.8.3*

I appreciate the attention to detail that went into designing Lightly. Everything from the color scheme to the font choices is spot-on.

**Developer response:** Thanks for your support!

### 5/5 — This app is reliable and perfect for coders of all levels.   ‌​

*2023-05-02, version 0.8.3*

Whether you're a seASŌned pro or just starting out, Lightly is a fantastic choice. It's versatile, reliable, and constantly improving with new updates.     ‍

### 5/5 — Great features.    ‍  ‌

*2023-05-01, version 0.8.3*

It's refreshing to see an IDE that prioritizes both functionality and aesthetics. Lightly is a pleasure to use, and makes me excited to code.   ‌  ​  ‌

### 5/5 — Code folding makes navigation and organization easier in Lightly.

*2023-05-01, version 0.8.3*

The code folding feature in Lightly is such a game-changer. It makes navigation and organization so much easier.   ‌‌

## Frequently asked questions about Lightly

### What programming languages does Lightly support?

Lightly supports a wide range of programming languages including Java, Python, C++, HTML, and JavaScript. This allows developers to work on diverse projects directly from their iPad.

### Does Lightly offer AI code generation?

Yes, Lightly features an AI-generated code capability that assists users in quickly generating code snippets and solutions. This feature is part of the intelligent coding assistance provided.

### Can I collaborate with others using Lightly?

Absolutely. Lightly is designed for collaborative development, enabling easy team collaboration in real-time. You can share your development environment and invite team members to boost programming efficiency.

### Is there a setup process required for Lightly?

No, Lightly offers a 'Zero Setup' experience, allowing you to start coding instantly without any complex configuration. It builds the right environment for you automatically.

### What databases and cloud providers does Lightly support for deployment?

Lightly supports databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Redis. For deployment, it can help you deploy on AWS, Azure, GCP, or any other cloud provider.

### How does Lightly handle subscriptions for its AI Assistant?

The AI Assistant is available through monthly subscriptions with plans like Basic (RMB 18/month), Premium (RMB 32/month), and Unlimited (RMB 138/month). Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

### How can I cancel my Lightly subscription?

To cancel your subscription, you need to manually open 'Settings' on your iPad, go to 'iTunes Store and App Store', click on your 'Apple ID', select 'Account Settings', and then click 'Subscription' to cancel the 'Monthly Payment - AI Assistant'.

### What is the update frequency for Lightly?

The latest version, 0.8.6, was released on July 20, 2023. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates active development and regular updates.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 0.8.6 — 2023-07-20

1. Upgraded to a more flexible unified resource calculation method, Computing Power, which allows users to customize the CPU Cores and RAM of the project on demand;
2. Added support for JavaScript auto-completion in *.js files;
3. Fixed some bugs

### 0.8.5 — 2023-07-09

1. New support for iPad Split View.
2. Fixed some bugs.

### 0.8.4 — 2023-05-26

1. New support for C# Project.
2. Optimised touch screen interaction.
3. Fixed some bugs.

### 0.8.3 — 2023-04-25

1. Support for common touch screen gestures, and a quick tool bar has been added to make touch screen operations faster.
2. Fix of some bugs.

### 0.8.1 — 2023-04-17

1.Supports multiple programming languages, including Java, Python, C, C++, Go, Rust, PHP, React, Vue, Node.js, HTML, JavaScript.
2.Write, run, and debug code on iPad, anywhere, anytime. 
3.The AI-generated code feature helps you quickly generate code. 
4.Collaborative development enables easy team collaboration in real-time.
5.Support databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Redis.

## Apps similar to Lightly

| App | Rating | Price | Category |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Teste - API, Scripts, Terminal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/teste-api-scripts-terminal/id1575521212) | 4.7 (496) | Free | Developer Tools |
| [Spectre VPN](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spectre-vpn/id1508712998) | 4.2 (203) | Free | Developer Tools |
| [C Shell - C language compiler](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c-shell-c-language-compiler/id1610447913) | 4.5 (61) | Free | Developer Tools |
| [CodeMaster - Mobile Coding IDE](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codemaster-mobile-coding-ide/id1514942957) | 4.6 (139) | Free | Developer Tools |
| [Code Editor - Compiler & IDE](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-editor-compiler-and-ide/id1581290510) | 3.3 (38) | Free | Developer Tools |
| [C Notebook](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c-notebook/id1621919001) | 5.0 (1) | $0.99 | Developer Tools |

## More apps by CODE LEAP TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.

- [TypingPlanet-Easy Touch Typing](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typingplanet-easy-touch-typing/id6746228994)

All apps by CODE LEAP TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.: https://appshunter.io/developer/1676611544

---

*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*