# Python Programming Language — Python 3 Interpreter, Compiler

> Mobile Python 3 interpreter and compiler for learning and coding. (iPhone/iPad app by Anastasia Kovba.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-programming-language/id621353362 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Anastasia Kovba](https://appshunter.io/developer/1501308821)
- Category: Reference, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.73/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 98 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2013-05-23
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-programming-language/id621353362/reviews.md

## What is Python Programming Language?

The new Python 3 programming language for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. Programming language is a perfect tool for studying, complex mathematical calculation, entertainment and many other useful tasks. The application is especially useful for learning the Python 3 programming language. You have to buy compilations inside the application. Internet connection is required.

- The great programming tool on the AppStore.
- Your programming language for iOS is amazing!

* FEATURES *

- Compile and run your program.
- Text input before program run and text output.
- Enhanced source code editor with syntax highlighting, line numbers, color themes and additional keyboard.
- Online language reference and several program samples.

* LIMITATIONS *

- Internet connection is required to compile and run a program.
- Graphics, network, file system and real-time input are not supported.

- Maximum running time of a program is 15 seconds.

Look for the "Python 2 Programming Language" too. Thanks for using the application! 

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Python is a general-purpose, high-level programming language whose design philosophy emphasizes code readability. Python's syntax allows programmers to express concepts in fewer lines of code than would be possible in languages such as C, and the language provides constructs intended to enable clear programs on both a small and large scale.

Python supports multiple programming paradigms, including object-oriented, imperative and functional programming styles. It features a fully dynamic type system and automatic memory management, similar to that of Scheme, Ruby, Perl and Tclm and has a large and comprehensive standard library.

Like other dynamic languages, Python is often used as a scripting language, but is also used in a wide range of non-scripting contexts. Using third-party tools, Python code can be packaged into standalone executable programs. Python interpreters are available for many operating systems.

CPython, the reference implementation of Python, is free and open source software and has a community-based development model, as do nearly all of its alternative implementations. CPython is managed by the non-profit Python Software Foundation.

Python was conceived in the late 1980s and its implementation was started in December 1989 by Guido van Rossum at CWI in the Netherlands as a successor to the A-B-C language (itself inspired by SETL) capable of exception handling and interfacing with the Amoeba operating system. Van Rossum is Python's principal author, and his continuing central role in deciding the direction of Python is reflected in the title given to him by the Python community, Benevolent Dictator for Life (BDFL).

Python 2.0 was released on 16 October 2000, with many major new features including a full garbage collector and support for Unicode. With this release the development process was changed and became more transparent and community-backed.

Python 3.0 (also called Python 3000 or py3k), a major, backwards-incompatible release, was released on 3 December 2008 after a long period of testing. Many of its major features have been backported to the backwards-compatible Python 2.6 and 2.7.

## Key features

- Compile and run Python 3 programs
- Enhanced source code editor
- Syntax highlighting and line numbers
- Online language reference
- Program samples included

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Compilations for Python 3 Programming Language | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Compilations for Python 3 Programming Language | $2.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Python Programming Language?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Good interface and usability
- 💡 Helpful error messages for debugging
- 🎯 Convenient for practicing code on-the-go
- ⌨️ Scrollable symbols line above keyboard
- 🖱️ Finger-drag cursor movement feature
- ✅ Responsive customer support
- 📱 Works across iOS updates

**Cons**

- 💰 Requires payment to run any code
- 🚫 Misleading 'free' app marketing
- 🐛 Doesn't support user input functionality
- ❌ Basic Python commands fail (print, input)
- ⏱️ Server timeouts on longer programs
- 🔌 Requires internet connection
- 🐛 Syntax errors in basic code
- 📦 Limited Python library support
- 🔄 Unreliable code execution
- ⚠️ Inconsistent functionality across updates

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Input() function returns EOF error
- Print() command doesn't work
- Runtime errors on basic programs
- String literal syntax errors
- Automatic blank string input handling
- Update notification despite app being current
- Blacked out tab bar UI
- Keyboard incompatibility with wireless input
- Inconsistent compilation errors

**Most requested features**

- Free trial compilations before payment
- Ad-supported free tier instead of paywall
- Interactive REPL mode
- Module import and interactive code execution
- Support for user input in programs
- Additional Python libraries
- Wireless keyboard compatibility
- Unified payment across multiple languages

## Recent user reviews (10 of 98)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-programming-language/id621353362/reviews.md

### 4/5 — My experience

*2023-04-08*

Perfect imperfect

### 4/5 — I’m not sure

*2021-07-14*

I’m not sure because I’m 6 years old

### 1/5 — Downright bad

*2021-05-01, version 13.0*

I shouldn’t have to pay to use my program more than twice..

### 1/5 — Fake reviews

*2020-05-17, version 13.0*

fake

### 1/5 — DONT USE THIS

*2019-11-06, version 13.0*

I had to pay to use this app and after i did, i learned that it cannot even handle a simple ‘a = input()’ or even a more simple: print(‘test’) It is garbage. Do not buy this. Never use it. It times out regularly.

### 1/5 — Don’t get THIS APP.

*2019-10-18, version 12.0*

First you have to buy completions to run the code, and then the PRINT() command does not work. I’m not sure this is real python.

### 1/5 — need to pay to use

*2019-10-08*

what is the point of a python coding software if you can’t use it without paying. advertising as free, but really it’s not.

### 1/5 — Terrible app

*2019-09-02*

You have to pay to use it, who would ever pay for python? It is easier just to carry your laptop with you.

### 1/5 — DO NOT DOWNLOAD THIS APP

*2019-06-09, version 12.0*

I downloaded this without reading the reviews and let me tell you, this is not a good app. You cannot test any programs without buying “compilations” and you don’t get free compilations for using the app. I would not recommend and you should not download.

### 1/5 — Asking Me To Update App, But It's Current

*2019-01-29, version 9.4*

I've been running this app for 3 years and have a ot of programs.

Now I can't run any as I get this message:

Python 3 Online Interpreter [python-3.5]
Copyright (c) Python Software Foundation

Running your program...
Please update the application to compile the program.

I have unlimited compiles, and the App Store says m app is current. What gives?

Also, I have been getting this on all your Apps.

## Frequently asked questions about Python Programming Language

### What does this Python programming app do?

This application allows you to compile and run Python 3 programs directly on your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch. It serves as a mobile development environment for the Python language, suitable for studying, calculations, and other tasks.

### What are the key features of this Python app?

The app includes a robust source code editor with syntax highlighting, line numbers, and customizable color themes. It also offers an additional keyboard for easier coding, the ability to compile and run your programs, and provides access to an online language reference and several program samples.

### How much does this Python app cost?

The application itself is free to download. However, you are required to purchase compilations within the application to use its full functionality. An internet connection is also necessary for compiling and running programs.

### What are the limitations of this Python app?

An internet connection is mandatory for compiling and running programs. The app does not support graphics, network operations, file system access, or real-time input. Additionally, the maximum running time for any program is limited to 15 seconds.

### Who is this app intended for?

This app is ideal for students and developers who want to learn or practice Python 3 programming on the go. Its features are designed to make coding accessible and convenient for users on iOS devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 13.0 — 2019-10-31

Added iOS 13 support.

### 12.0 — 2019-02-10

Fixed "Bad server response" error.

### 11.1 — 2017-12-21

Minor changes.

### 11.0 — 2017-11-20

Fixed issue with quotation marks on iOS 11
Added support of iPhone X

### 9.4 — 2016-05-19

Fixed issues with hardware keyboard.

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