# Pyto IDE — Python, C/C++

> Mobile IDE for Python, C/C++ with extensive libraries and tools. (iPhone/iPad app by Develobile S.p.A..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyto-ide/id1436650069 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Develobile S.p.A.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1212021727)
- Category: Developer Tools, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 995 App Store ratings · 561 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 922 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), European Spanish
- Released: 2018-09-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyto-ide/id1436650069/reviews.md

## What is Pyto IDE?

Pyto is an IDE for iPhone and iPad with a Python 3.10 Interpreter and all of the standard libraries plus more than 100 third party packages, as well as a C & C++ compiler and bitcode interpreter. Includes a terminal with standard UNIX commands, a code editor with code completion, support for Shortcuts, Picture in Picture, a graphical interface builder and a debugger.

* Full version exclusive third party modules *

- Cython, cryptography, typed_ast, cv2, _cffi_backend, kiwisolver, matplotlib, numpy, pandas, lxml, Bio, sklearn, skimage, scipy, erfa, pywt, nacl, bcrypt, statsmodels, zmq, regex, gensim, astropy, emd, wasm3, yaml

* Built-in UNIX commands *

- alias, awk, cat, chflags, chmod, cksum, clang, compress, cp, curl, date, diff, dig, du, egrep, env, fgrep, find, grep, gunzip, gzip, head, host, ifconfig, link, lli, llvm-link, ln, ls, md5, mkdir, mv, nc, nslookup, open, openurl, pbcopy, pbpaste, ping, printenv, pwd, readlink, rlogin, rm, rmdir, say, scp, sed, sftp, sort, ssh, ssh-keygen, stat, sum, tail, tar, tee, telnet, touch, tr, unalias, uname, uncompress, uniq, unlink, uptime, wc, whoami, whois, wol

Take advantage system features with the following modules:

  - pyto_ui - Build an user interface
  - widgets - Home Screen Widgets
  - file_system - iOS file system
  - notifications - Schedule notifications
  - remote_notifications - Receive remote notifications
  - background - Run code in background
  - pasteboard - Clipboard access
  - userkeys - Save values on disk
  - sound - Play sounds
  - music - Access the Apple Music library
  - photos - Accessing photos and the camera
  - location - Access user's location
  - motion - Motion sensors
  - multipeer - Peer to peer wireless connection
  - apps - Open third party apps
  - xcallback - Interact with other apps
  - sf_symbols - A list of SF Symbols names
  - watch - Complications and static user interfaces for the Apple Watch

## Key features

- Python 3.10 Interpreter
- C/C++ Compiler
- Code Editor with Completion
- Terminal with UNIX Commands
- Graphical Interface Builder
- Debugging Support
- Shortcuts and Picture in Picture

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3-day Trial | Free | one-time |
| Full Version | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lite Version | $7.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Full Version | $6.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #47 in Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)
- #45 in Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

## What do users think of Pyto IDE?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great app for Python development on iOS
- 👍 Supports many Python libraries like Pandas, NumPy
- 💡 Integrates well with Shortcuts and Apple Watch
- 👍 Paid version offers good value

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 👎 Confusing user interface and poor documentation
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription/trial
- 💰 Paid-only access to core functionality

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inability to run scripts after a few executions
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps
- Paywall issues - app asking to repurchase after prior purchase

**Most requested features**

- Improved code editor with better keyboard support
- Ability to read/write external files (CSV, TXT, etc.)
- Support for more Python libraries like Selenium, Tensorflow
- Longer trial period for new users

## Recent user reviews (10 of 561)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyto-ide/id1436650069/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Free Trial NOT free

*2026-07-12, version 19.0.1*

You just charged me $21.00 for a 3 free trial after stating on the landing page it was FREE

### 1/5 — Free

*2026-06-28, version 19.0.1*

chat gpt told me to use this app and it is usable freely and I can get past the subscription screen but I can’t do it without paying. If I am incorrect can someone explain how to do it

### 1/5 — Obscure

*2026-05-17, version 19.0.1*

I guess if I am unable to figure out how to pay in app for this, I shouldn’t be using Pyto 🤷🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

### 1/5 — It’s a paid version

*2026-04-26, version 19.0.1*

It’s a paid version

### 1/5 — Bugs

*2026-04-11, version 19.0.1*

When writing it suddenly removes characters i just wrote, and it happens quite often, please fix because its anoying.

### 1/5 — Abonnement

*2026-03-16*

Comment résilier l’abonnement de 3 jours ?

### 5/5 — App pour Pro -> tout votre job en une seul app

*2026-03-03*

Vous pouvez faire tout ce que vous pourriez faire sur ordinateur. Libraries ... terminale ... . Certes cela reste plus restreint mais ... c'est comme même énorme : d'avancer sur ses projets dans le métro, bus, dans la rue, en marchant... Pratique non ?

### 1/5 — Prueba

*2026-02-19, version 19.0.1*

Decía prueba por tres días, pero me cobraron inmediatamente

### 1/5 — REMOVE THE PAYWALL

*2026-01-18, version 19.0.1*

i instantly got into a paywall when i opened the app

### 2/5 — Charging paid updates after

*2026-01-14, version 19.0.1*

I got the app hoping it would compile python files on the go. After downloading, i was asked to upgrade for other libraries which costs additional .

## Frequently asked questions about Pyto IDE

### What can I do with Pyto IDE?

Pyto IDE allows you to write and run Python, C, and C++ code directly on your iPhone or iPad. It provides a full-featured development environment with an interpreter, compiler, code editor, terminal, and debugger, enabling you to build applications and scripts on the go.

### What programming languages does Pyto IDE support?

This app supports Python 3.10, along with C and C++. It includes a Python interpreter with a wide range of standard and third-party libraries, as well as a C/C++ compiler, making it a versatile tool for various programming needs.

### Is Pyto IDE free to use?

The app is available for free with in-app purchases. While you can download and use the core functionalities, certain exclusive third-party modules and advanced features may require an in-app purchase to unlock.

### What are some of the key features of Pyto IDE?

Key features include a Python 3.10 interpreter with over 100 third-party packages, a C/C++ compiler, a terminal with standard UNIX commands, a code editor with code completion, a graphical interface builder, and debugging support. It also integrates with iOS system features like Shortcuts and Picture in Picture.

### Can I build user interfaces with Pyto IDE?

Yes, the app includes a graphical interface builder and a module called `pyto_ui` that allows you to create user interfaces for your applications. You can also leverage other modules for Home Screen Widgets, accessing the iOS file system, and interacting with notifications.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 19.0.1 — 2024-06-09

- Fixed template project with UI

### 19.0 — 2024-06-03

- Updated for iOS/iPadOS 17
- New interface builder for PytoUI
- Shell on the code editor and multiple tabs on the full screen terminal
- New project templates for C/C++ extensions and standalone programs
- Other new improvements to Pyto libraries
- Bug fixes

### 18.0.12 — 2023-02-21

Fixed an issue showing the purchase screen for people who have purchased Pyto when it was paid upfront. This was caused by the revocation of a certificate bundle within the app itself.

If you have purchased it again as an In App Purchase, please request a refund to the App Store (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204084), this was not intended and I am very sorry for the inconvenience.

### 18.0.11 — 2022-07-28

Fixed a bug with code completion on iPhone

### 18.0.10 — 2022-07-22

Bug fixes

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