# C/C++ vs Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite

The clearest difference is review sentiment: C/C++ at 86% against Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite's 33%. C/C++ also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (342 vs 3). Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. C/C++ sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

C/C++ holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: C/C++ has 342 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of C/C++'s written reviews are positive against 33% of Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite's.

C/C++ ships an update every 5 months, Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | C/C++ | Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (342 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cc-plus-plus-programming-language/id1016322367/reviews)** | [3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arduino-cc3000-kit-lite/id1086950547/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **342** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **86.3% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 months** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 88 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [小文 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/490328393) | [Rabi Alhetawi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1079396850) |

## What reviewers say

### C/C++

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cc-plus-plus-programming-language/id1016322367)

This app is a comprehensive learning tool for C/C++ programming. It offers offline compilation, code editing features, Git integration, and file management for efficient development and learning.

**Highlights:** Offline compilation and execution, Code templates and autocompletion, Git fetching from GitHub/Gitee, LAN/Bluetooth file transfer, Built-in browser for learning materials, Multi-file search and formatting, Customizable interface and themes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Autocomplete | $0.99 | one-time |
| Password Service | $0.99 | one-time |
| Encryption Compression | $0.99 | one-time |
| Simple Vedio | $0.99 | one-time |
| Text Search | $0.99 | one-time |
| To remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| File Transfer | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great C++ compiler
- 👍 Convenient and easy to use
- 👍 Helpful for learning and practicing C++
- 👍 Useful for quick coding on the go
- 👍 Good interface and functionality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid features and in-app purchases
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🤔 Cluttered or confusing UI design
- 📱 Limited functionality compared to desktop IDEs
- 👀 Small text and font issues on smaller devices

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent behavior with control flow statements (e.g., switch, if)
- Random crashes and loss of unsaved code
- Issues with keyboard input and integration
- Compatibility problems on older or smaller devices

**Requested features**

- Add support for importing/exporting code files
- Improve search and replace functionality
- Implement better file management and organization
- Provide more compiler settings and customization options
- Add support for additional programming languages


### Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arduino-cc3000-kit-lite/id1086950547)

Control Arduino CC3000 kits from your mobile device. Read and write digital and analog pins, control servo motors, and send data to and from your Arduino. Features a user-friendly interface for smart home, automation, and hobby projects.

**Highlights:** Digital and PWM pin control, Servo motor control, Analog pin reading, LCD data transfer, Mobile app to Arduino terminal, Action sheet for received data, Pin status memory

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is C/C++ free?

C/C++ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite free?

Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, C/C++ or Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite?

C/C++ is rated higher. C/C++ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 342 ratings, while Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite averages 3.3 from 3 ratings.

### Do C/C++ or Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite have ads?

Neither C/C++ nor Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, C/C++ or Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite?

C/C++ ships an update every 5 months, and Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite every 9 months. Most recently, C/C++ was updated on September 24, 2026 and Arduino CC3000 Kit Lite on June 13, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*