# Code keyboard vs iVim

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iVim at 84% against Code keyboard's 24%. iVim also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.1) and ratings volume (167 vs 43). Code keyboard's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 11.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iVim sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Code keyboard asks for nothing beyond the download.

iVim holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 43 and 167 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of Code keyboard's written reviews are positive against 84% of iVim's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Code keyboard | iVim |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-keyboard/id1097372399/reviews) | **[4.6 (167 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ivim/id1266544660/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 43 | **167** |
| Positive reviews | 24.0% of reviews | **84.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 127 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LE SANG](https://appshunter.io/developer/637407101) | [文礼 周](https://appshunter.io/developer/497312859) |

## What reviewers say

### Code keyboard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-keyboard/id1097372399)

This utility keyboard enhances your mobile coding experience by providing specialized suggestions and shortcuts for various programming languages. It offers quick input for operators and customizable themes for comfortable use.

**Highlights:** Keyword and block suggestions, Quick pop-up for operators, Customizable night and white themes, Support for multiple programming languages

**In-app purchases:** none


### iVim

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ivim/id1266544660)

This app brings the powerful Vim text editor to iOS devices. It offers advanced features like custom font import, an extended and customizable keyboard, multistage language input, and seamless integration with other apps through sharing and document pickers. Advanced functionalities like plugin management and version control are available via in-app purchases or a subscription.

**Highlights:** Custom font import with ligature support, Extended and customizable keyboard, Multistage language input, App sharing and document picker integration, External hardware keyboard support, Integrated scripting languages (Python, Lua), Plugin management (In-App Purchase), Native version control (iVim Pro subscription)

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iVim Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Small Donation | $1.99 | one-time |
| Auto Restore | $3.99 | one-time |
| Plugins Manager | $4.99 | one-time |
| Big Donation | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎯 Excellent Vim port with most keybindings and features working correctly
- ⌨️ Innovative custom keyboard with easy access to special characters and Vim keys
- 🔌 Great integration with iOS Files app and external keyboards
- 🎨 Highly customizable with plugin support and color schemes
- 📚 Comprehensive Vim documentation included (:help iOS)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Keyboard constantly pops up and obscures content
- 🐛 Difficulty hiding keyboard on iPad
- ⚠️ App appears abandoned with infrequent updates
- 💰 Expensive subscription model for Pro features
- 🔐 Requires internet access for basic text editing

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard obscures command line and content
- Keyboard cannot be hidden or dismissed properly
- Paste function unreliable with Command-V
- Plus buffer (+) paste not working
- App loses all data when iOS suspends it

**Requested features**

- .vimrc functionality that actually works
- Easier document/file access without multiple clicks
- Reading mode to hide keyboard while scrolling
- Better keyboard dismissal mechanism
- Function keys on the keyboard


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Code keyboard free?

Code keyboard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is iVim free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Code keyboard or iVim?

iVim is rated higher. Code keyboard averages 3.1 out of 5 from 43 ratings, while iVim averages 4.6 from 167 ratings.

### Do Code keyboard or iVim have ads?

Neither Code keyboard nor iVim shows ads.

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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.*