# Code Recipes Pro vs Python Editor App

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Code Recipes Pro at 93% against Python Editor App's 20%. Code Recipes Pro also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). Python Editor App's advantage is price (Free vs $4.99) and ratings volume (6.5K vs 47). On update cadence, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Python Editor App is free to download; Code Recipes Pro costs $4.99 up front. Python Editor App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Code Recipes Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Code Recipes Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Python Editor App has 6.5K ratings behind it against 47, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Code Recipes Pro's written reviews are positive against 20% of Python Editor App's.

Code Recipes Pro ships an update monthly, Python Editor App every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Code Recipes Pro | Python Editor App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.9 (47 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-recipes-pro/id1061486140/reviews)** | [4.1 (6.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-editor-app/id1672453872/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 47 | **6.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **92.6% of reviews** | 19.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | #83 | **#19** |
| Size | 5 MB | 403 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fedor Obraztsov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1012115119) | [Andromeda Corp LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745089768) |

## What reviewers say

### Code Recipes Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-recipes-pro/id1061486140)

**Currently charting:** #83 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Access a vast library of over 300 tested code samples for 13 programming languages and SQL queries. Quickly find solutions to common programming tasks, saving valuable development time and aiding in exam preparation.

**Highlights:** 300+ code samples per language, 13 programming languages supported, SQL query examples, Offline access, Quick search functionality, Exam and interview preparation aid

**In-app purchases:** none


### Python Editor App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-editor-app/id1672453872)

**Currently charting:** #19 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #111 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Code and run Python 3 scripts directly on your iOS device with a feature-rich editor. Enjoy syntax highlighting, auto-indentation, code completion, and AI-powered code assistance. Optimize your workflow with multi-window support and background script execution.

**Highlights:** Create, edit, and run Python 3 scripts, Syntax highlighting, auto-indentation, code completion, AI-powered code assistant, Multi-window support, Background script execution, Reusable code snippets

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Code Premium Pro W | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Py Editor Pro | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Code Premium | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Great mobile Python IDE
- 📚 Helpful built-in learning resources
- 👍 Simple and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Aggressive paywall/subscription model
- 🔒 No free trial or limited functionality
- 🙅‍♀️ Inability to close subscription popup
- 🚫 Unusable without paid subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch for some users
- Typing issues and keyboard problems
- Inability to run certain file types

**Requested features**

- Add support for third-party modules
- Improve cursor control and editing capabilities
- Provide option to disable review prompts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Code Recipes Pro free?

Code Recipes Pro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Python Editor App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Code Recipes Pro or Python Editor App?

Code Recipes Pro is rated higher. Code Recipes Pro averages 4.9 out of 5 from 47 ratings, while Python Editor App averages 4.1 from 6.5K ratings.

### Do Code Recipes Pro or Python Editor App have ads?

Neither Code Recipes Pro nor Python Editor App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Code Recipes Pro or Python Editor App?

Code Recipes Pro ships an update monthly, and Python Editor App every 5 weeks. Most recently, Code Recipes Pro was updated on September 23, 2026 and Python Editor App on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Code Recipes Pro or Python Editor App?

Code Recipes Pro currently peaks at #83 in the App Store charts, and Python Editor App at #19. 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.*