# C/C++ vs EasyCanvas

The clearest difference is rating: C/C++ at 4.5 against EasyCanvas's 3.7. C/C++ also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 58%) and device support (4 vs 1). EasyCanvas's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 14.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. C/C++ sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and EasyCanvas sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

C/C++ holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 342 and 688 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of C/C++'s written reviews are positive against 58% of EasyCanvas's.

C/C++ ships an update every 5 months, EasyCanvas every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | C/C++ | EasyCanvas |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (342 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cc-plus-plus-programming-language/id1016322367/reviews)** | [3.7 (688 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easycanvas-graphic-tablet-app/id1228034134/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 342 | **688** |
| Positive reviews | **86.3% of reviews** | 57.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 88 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **12.2** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [小文 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/490328393) | [DEVGURU Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/543483097) |

## 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


### EasyCanvas

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easycanvas-graphic-tablet-app/id1228034134)

Transform your iPad into a drawing tablet for your PC. Use your iPad and Apple Pencil to draw directly in popular creative software like Photoshop and Clip Studio. Enjoy features like palm rejection and pen pressure sensitivity for a natural drawing experience.

**Highlights:** Use iPad as a drawing tablet, Connect wired or wirelessly, Supports Apple Pencil pressure and tilt, Palm rejection for natural drawing, Works with PC creative software, Virtual display solution

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 14 days Free Trial | Free | one-time |
| 3 days free | Free | one-time |
| Purchase App | $11.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is C/C++ free?

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

### Is EasyCanvas free?

EasyCanvas is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, C/C++ or EasyCanvas?

C/C++ is rated higher. C/C++ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 342 ratings, while EasyCanvas averages 3.7 from 688 ratings.

### Do C/C++ or EasyCanvas have ads?

Neither C/C++ nor EasyCanvas shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, C/C++ or EasyCanvas?

C/C++ ships an update every 5 months, and EasyCanvas every 6 weeks. Most recently, C/C++ was updated on September 24, 2026 and EasyCanvas on September 21, 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.*