Swift Playground

Swift Playground

Learn real coding the fun way

1.8K ratings
542 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 13, 2016
  • March 17, 2026
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Learn to code and build real apps through interactive puzzles and challenges. Explore Swift and SwiftUI, Apple's powerful programming languages, with guided lessons and hands-on creation. Suitable for beginners of all ages, it offers a unique learning experience on iPad.

Interactive coding puzzles
Build real apps with SwiftUI
Learn Swift programming
Explore 3D worlds
Smart coding assistance
Access iOS frameworks
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What's New in Swift Playground

4.7

March 17, 2026

Swift Playground 4.7 includes Swift 6 and the iOS 26 SDK, along with bug fixes and improved stability.

User reviews

WORST APP EVER

I was creating a game about a virtual pet and it deleted some important stuff and the codes were in bad order! Worst app ever! 😡

Great but it need’s a fix on my iPad

So when I first downloaded this app also it was my first time coding so I needed to download it and when I actually press get guess what happened…🫠it did not let me download the resource so please I need you apple to fix it.

Thank you!

ITS SOOO GOOOD!!!!!

I keep staring at it, its a very GOOD EPIC EPIC GAME ENGINE, THE BEST, THE BEST!!!
here are some things you can add
1.more tutorials
2.easier to upload at app store
3.description and its pictures of thee, you know.
4.more realism, strength, options, physics.
5.able to pick objects and rotate and size like you know
6.able to make our own models
7.jsons and txts to work and be useful
8.more commands
9.more fairness and easier
10.fix more bugs
11.try to make it a middleweight to heavyweight game engine builder, and not just for learning, creating apps
12. optional, add more than just books and apps *might be perfect*
13. Remove alot of strict things (optional)
14. More speed, and a option To turn it to a ipa or put it in our homescreen to upload to app store or anything
15.option to upload without a team *this will get you more reviews and more people using*
And thats all, also i want to thank you for making a masterpiece! My dream is trying to be a game developer and now this is my most favorite game engine! Infinite out of 5, thank you for this masterpiece.
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Please read this!

I thought this was for kids! It actually said in the app “you’re 15 right?” Or something like that AND it starts out really easy and then goes on to add crucial buttons like while and I didn’t even know! And when I checked the answers, let me ask you a question, HOW IS EVEN A 10 YEAR OLD SUPPOSED TO JUST HAPPEN TO FIGURE OUT HOW TO WRITE A 30 SENTENCE CODE BLOCK!!?
So yea, you guys at apple need to make a learn to code app that is actually for kids and not for teenagers.
It’s really fun at times but at other times it’s a headache. Thanks for reading this comment, I give this app a 3.7/10
P.S. this was written by a 11 year old boy on his mom’s account.
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Annoying

When I try to press get, it doesn’t work. It’s HORRIBLE and DONT GET THIS APP

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Inability to download or open lessons

Bug

Crashes when running code

Bug

Disappearing code and loss of progress

Bug

Unresponsive keyboard and cursor issues

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

Support for more programming languages

Feature

Ability to collaborate with others

Feature

Better file management

Feature

More advanced IDE features

Feature

Improved code completion and error handling

Feature

FAQ

What is Swift Playgrounds?

Swift Playgrounds is an iPad app designed to make learning to code fun and accessible. It uses interactive puzzles and challenges to teach the fundamentals of Swift and SwiftUI, Apple's powerful programming languages used by professionals to build popular apps.

Do I need prior coding experience to use Swift Playgrounds?

No, Swift Playgrounds is designed for absolute beginners and does not require any prior coding experience. It's suitable for learners aged eight to one hundred and eight, guiding them through concepts with interactive lessons and visual feedback.

What programming languages does Swift Playgrounds teach?

Swift Playgrounds teaches Swift, a powerful programming language created by Apple, and SwiftUI, a modern framework for building user interfaces. These are the same technologies used by professionals to create many of today's popular apps.

Can I build actual apps with Swift Playgrounds?

Yes, Swift Playgrounds allows you to build real apps directly on your iPad using SwiftUI. You can see your code changes reflected live as you type, and even extend your apps with Swift packages. Completed projects can be transferred to Xcode on a Mac for further development or submission to the App Store.

Is Swift Playgrounds free to use?

Yes, Swift Playgrounds is a free application. It offers all its features, including guided lessons, interactive coding, and the ability to build and share apps, without any cost to the user.