# Kodex vs Code Editor

The clearest difference is rating: Kodex at 4.2 against Code Editor's 3.2. Kodex also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (63% vs 54%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Kodex sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Code Editor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Kodex holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 207 and 43 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Kodex's written reviews are positive against 54% of Code Editor's.

Kodex ships an update monthly, Code Editor every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kodex | Code Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (207 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kodex/id1038574481/reviews)** | [3.2 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-editor-compiler-and-ide/id1581290510/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **207** | 43 |
| Positive reviews | **63.1% of reviews** | 53.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #86 | **#80** |
| Size | 14 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.4** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bruno Philipe Resende Silva](https://appshunter.io/developer/605892017) | [Rhythm Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581290512) |

## What reviewers say

### Kodex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kodex/id1038574481)

**Currently charting:** #86 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

An advanced code editor for iOS devices, offering desktop-class features like multi-caret editing, regex search, and syntax highlighting for over 150 languages. It integrates with the Files app and supports external keyboards for a seamless coding experience.

**Highlights:** Multi-caret editing, Regex search and replace, Minimap for navigation, Syntax highlighting (150+ languages), External keyboard support, Files app integration, Customizable themes and fonts

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful code editor
- 👍 Well-integrated with iPad features
- 🎨 Excellent syntax highlighting and theming
- 📁 Broad file format support
- 💡 Useful QuickEdit mode

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔍 Lack of search and replace functionality
- 🔀 Difficulty navigating between files
- 🚫 No option to run/compile code
- 📏 Forced word wrapping with no toggle

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when opening certain file types
- Loses data after copy/paste and undo/redo
- Compatibility issues with latest iOS versions
- Overlapping UI elements in search/replace

**Requested features**

- Add search and replace feature
- Implement code execution/compilation
- Improve file management and navigation
- Provide option to disable word wrapping
- Introduce more keyboard shortcuts


### Code Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-editor-compiler-and-ide/id1581290510)

**Currently charting:** #80 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app is a powerful mobile code editor and compiler designed for programmers. It offers syntax highlighting for numerous languages, code assistance, and the ability to compile and run code directly on your device. Access files from cloud storage and version control systems, with customizable themes and extensive editing features.

**Highlights:** Syntax highlighting for 110+ languages, Online compiler for 30+ languages, Code assist and auto-completion, Multi-tab navigation, Unlimited undo/redo, Cloud file access (FTP, WebDAV, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive), GitHub/GitLab integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads (Forever) | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for coding on the go
- 👍 Supports many languages
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 Good for learning and quick edits
- 👍 Minimal ads (for some users)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Unskippable, full-screen ads
- 😠 Ads after every file operation
- 😠 Ads interrupt workflow
- 😠 Frequent and intrusive ads
- 😠 Paid version still has ads

**Reported bugs**

- Uninterruptible ads
- Cannot create new files
- Cannot copy files
- Sidebar cannot be reopened after closing
- Cannot save files

**Requested features**

- SFTP protocol connection
- Add a run button
- Error indicator during typing
- Custom keyboard with coding symbols
- Ability to edit visual styles/syntax coloring


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Kodex free?

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

### Is Code Editor free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Kodex or Code Editor?

Kodex is rated higher. Kodex averages 4.2 out of 5 from 207 ratings, while Code Editor averages 3.2 from 43 ratings.

### Do Kodex or Code Editor have ads?

Code Editor shows ads; Kodex does not.

### Which is updated more often, Kodex or Code Editor?

Kodex ships an update monthly, and Code Editor every 5 weeks. Most recently, Kodex was updated on September 21, 2026 and Code Editor on September 23, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Kodex or Code Editor?

Kodex currently peaks at #86 in the App Store charts, and Code Editor at #80. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*