Comparison

C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) vs BASIC Programming Compiler

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug)

This app provides an offline C programming environment for iOS devices. It features a code editor with syntax highlighting and auto-indentation, allowing users to compile and run C code locally without an internet connection. It also includes debugging tools for analyzing code execution.

Highlights
  • Offline C code editing
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Auto-indentation
  • Local compilation and execution
  • Debugging tools
  • Help and search functionality
Features
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SketchC is a IOS device on the C language editing and operation procedures. Can be used for learning to learn C programming language. Contains the following functions: 1 code editor: syntax highlighting, auto indent 2 code is compiled to run: direct local compile operation, does not need the network. Add Library posix, ipc, zlib, socket, sqlite3, jpeg, opengles1-3, Core Foundation(based iOS sdk7.0), Core Graphics(based iOS sdk7.0), Debug: Help: ? : help help : help /[keyword] : search keyword in help information Source: v {[line]}: view source code {around [line]} V [stack] : view source code in function call stack t : show function call stack Evaluation: p [expr] : evaluate expression (no declaration/loop/condition) Evaluation: s [expr] : step into expression (no declaration/loop/condition) Evaluation: S [expr] : step over expression (no declaration/loop/condition) {[statements]} : evaluate statement (any kind) Monitor: g {[var]} : list global variable l {[var]} : list local variable proto {[scope]::}[func] : show function prototype typedef {name} : show typedefs function : show interpreted functions macro : show macro functions template : show templates include : show include paths file : show loaded files where : show current file position return [val] : return undefined symbol value Run: S : step over function/loop s : step into function/loop i : ignore and step over c {[line]}: continue {to [line]} e : step out from function b [line] : set break point db [line] : delete break point a [assert]: break only if assertion is true Quit: q : quit

About

BASIC Programming Compiler

Learn and test code snippets in BASIC on your iOS device. This app features a source code editor with syntax highlighting, a custom keyboard for easy input, and the ability to compile and run your programs. It utilizes the FreeBASIC compiler for a powerful coding experience.

Highlights
  • Compile and run BASIC programs
  • View program output and errors
  • Select and run code chunks
  • Custom keyboard for easy input
  • Advanced source code editor
  • Open, save, import, and share files
  • Language reference included
Features
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Write BASIC code directly on your iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch! This app is ideal for learning and testing code snippets! BASIC (Beginner's All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code) is a family of general-purpose, high-level programming languages whose design philosophy emphasizes ease of use. This app uses the free/open source (GPL) FreeBASIC compiler (https://www.freebasic.net) as backend. FreeBASIC is a high-level programming language supporting procedural, object-orientated and meta-programming paradigms, with a syntax compatible to Microsoft QuickBASIC. Features: - Compile and run your program - View program output or detailed error - Select and run chunk of codes - Custom keyboard for easy input of frequently used characters - Optimized for connecting with external physical/bluetooth keyboard - Advanced source code editor with syntax highlighting and line numbers - Open, save, import and share bas files. - Language reference - Install packages Limitations: - Internet connection is required for compilation - Maximum program running time is 20s - Some file system, network and graphics functions may be limited - Only 1 file can be run at a time - This is a batch compiler; interactive programs are not supported. If your program provides an input prompt, enter the input in the Input tab prior to compilation. See the Reference tab in the app for code examples

Screenshots

C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug)4 screens
BASIC Programming Compiler4 screens

Verdict

The call

C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) and BASIC Programming Compiler both sit at 3.2 stars, but that hides the real split: 66% of C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug)'s written reviews are positive against 0% of BASIC Programming Compiler's. C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. BASIC Programming Compiler sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.2 for C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) against 3.1 for BASIC Programming Compiler. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 7 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 66% of C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug)'s written reviews are positive against 0% of BASIC Programming Compiler's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) ships an update every 8 days, BASIC Programming Compiler every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) versus BASIC Programming Compiler: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterC Compiler Free (Offline, Debug)BASIC Programming Compiler
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (6 ratings) — better3.1 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews65.6% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings67 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer辉 马Ketan Appa

Customer experience

C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug)

All ratings6 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive65.6%
Neutral6.3%
Negative28.1%

BASIC Programming Compiler

All ratings7 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug)

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

BASIC Programming Compiler

One-time1
  • Upgrade$2.99

Questions

Is C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) free?
C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BASIC Programming Compiler free?
BASIC Programming Compiler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) or BASIC Programming Compiler?
C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) is rated higher. C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) averages 3.2 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while BASIC Programming Compiler averages 3.1 from 7 ratings.
Do C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) or BASIC Programming Compiler have ads?
BASIC Programming Compiler shows ads; C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) does not.
Which is updated more often, C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) or BASIC Programming Compiler?
C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) ships an update every 8 days, and BASIC Programming Compiler every 5 weeks. Most recently, C Compiler Free (Offline, Debug) was updated on October 6, 2026 and BASIC Programming Compiler on September 25, 2026.

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