Comparison

C/C++ Programming Compiler vs Captain C Programming

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

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About

C/C++ Programming Compiler

Write and execute C/C++ code directly on your mobile device. This application supports the latest compilers and offers advanced editing features for learning and testing code snippets. It allows for easy file management and sharing.

Highlights
  • Compile and run C/C++ programs
  • View program output and errors
  • Select C++ compiler standards (C++98 to C++23)
  • Multithreading support
  • Custom keyboard for special characters
  • Advanced source code editor with syntax highlighting
  • File management and sharing (AirDrop, iCloud)
Features
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Write C/C++ code directly on your iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch! This app supports the latest C/C++ compilers and is ideal for learning and testing code snippets! C++ is a general-purpose programming language created by Bjarne Stroustrup as an extension of the C programming language, or "C with Classes". The language has expanded significantly over time, and modern C++ has object-oriented, generic, and functional features in addition to facilities for low-level memory manipulation. Features: - Compile and run your program - View program output or detailed error - Choose between C++ compiler standards (ISO/IEC 14882) namely: C++98, C++03, C++11, C++14, C++17, C++20, C++23 - Multithreading support - Custom keyboard for easy input of frequently used characters - Optimized for connecting with external physical/bluetooth keyboard - Advanced source code editor with syntax highlighting, bracket completion and line numbers - Open, save, import and share C/C++ files. Supports File Sharing with iTunes Connect, AirDrop and iCloud. - Language reference Limitations: - Internet connection is required for compilation - Maximum program running time is 20s - One file can be run at a time - Some file system, network and graphics functions may be limited - This is a batch compiler; interactive programs are not supported. For example, if your program provides an input prompt, enter the input in the Input tab prior to compilation.

About

Captain C Programming

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■ Best C Programming Study App ■ C Programming Study consists of 4 educational contents(Library, E-Book, Video, Test) in accordance with curriculum of university computer engineering 1) C Library - 수백개의 C 표준 라이브러리들의 함수 정의, 데이터 타입 정의 등을 학습할 수 있습니다. 2) E-Book - 총 4권으로 제작된 이북을 보며 즐겁게 C 프로그래밍을 학습할 수 있습니다. 3) Video - 총 16개로 제작된 비디오 영상을 보며 즐겁게 C 프로그래밍을 학습할 수 있습니다. 4) Test - 대학교 커리큘럼에 맞춰 제작된 다양한(Computer/C Library/C Grammar/C Source) 테스트 문제를 풀며 C 프로그래밍을 학습할 수 있습니다. ■ 필기선장 C 프로그래밍 특징 ■ 1. C Library(C 표준 라이브러리 학습) ■ 다음과 같은 C 표준 라이브러리들의 함수 정의, 데이터 타입 정의, 파라미터 정의, 함수 예제들을 학습할 수 있습니다. ■ Character Classification ■ Strings ■ File Input&Output ■ Data&Time ■ Mathematics ■ Localization ■ Memory Allocation ■ Process Control ■ Signals 2. Study E-Book & Video ■ 대학교 컴퓨터공학과 커리큘럼에 맞춰 총 4권으로 제작된 이북과 동영상을 보며 즐겁게 C 프로그래밍을 학습할 수 있습니다. PART 1 : 프로그래밍이란? 1장 : 컴퓨터의 구조 2장 : CPU의 역할 3장 : 프로그램의 이해 4장 : 프로그래밍의 이해 5장 : 프로그래밍 작성 방법 PART 2 : C 언어 프로그래밍 문법 - 기초 1장 : 프로그래밍이란? 2장 : C 프로그램 구조 3장 : 변수 선언과 사용 4장 : 선택문 5장 : 반복문 6장 : 배열 선언과 사용 PART 3 : C 언어 프로그래밍 문법 - 심화 1장 : 문자 및 스트링 처리 2장 : 파일 입출력 3장 : 구조체 활용 4장 : 동적 메모리 할당 5장 : 포인터 활용 6장 : 함수 활용 PART 4 : C 언어 프로그래밍 기법 1장 : 정해진 횟수만큼 반복 2장 : 반복 중단 3장 : 상태기반 프로그래밍 4장 : 배열 조작 5장 : 포인터기반 프로그래밍 3. Test ■ 대학교 커리큘럼에 맞춰 제작된 다양한 테스트 문제를 풀며 C 프로그래밍을 학습할 수 있습니다. 1) Computer Test : 컴퓨터/인터넷 기초 용어 테스트 2) C Library Test : 학습한 C Library 함수 테스트 3) C Grammar Test : 대학교 커리큘럼에 맞춰 제작된 C 문법 테스트 4) C Source Test : 대학교 커리큘럼에 맞춰 제작된 소스 이미지를 보며 실전 프로그래밍 테스트 ■ Please leave your opinions, and it will be considered carefully for further development. ■ e-mail - ceosoftheaven@gmail.com ■ Produced by - Softheaven Inc.

Screenshots

C/C++ Programming Compiler4 screens
Captain C Programming4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: C/C++ Programming Compiler at every 3 weeks against Captain C Programming's every 4 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. C/C++ Programming Compiler sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Captain C Programming sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

C/C++ Programming Compiler ships an update every 3 weeks, Captain C Programming every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
C/C++ Programming Compiler versus Captain C Programming: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterC/C++ Programming CompilerCaptain C Programming
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (116 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings116 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1212.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB259 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKetan AppaSOFTHEAVEN

In-app purchases

1 purchases

C/C++ Programming Compiler

One-time1
  • Upgrade$2.99
1 purchases

Captain C Programming

One-time1
  • Remove ADS$1.99

Questions

Is C/C++ Programming Compiler free?
C/C++ Programming Compiler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Captain C Programming free?
Captain C Programming is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do C/C++ Programming Compiler or Captain C Programming have ads?
Both C/C++ Programming Compiler and Captain C Programming show ads.
Which is updated more often, C/C++ Programming Compiler or Captain C Programming?
C/C++ Programming Compiler ships an update every 3 weeks, and Captain C Programming every 4 months. Most recently, C/C++ Programming Compiler was updated on September 17, 2026 and Captain C Programming on September 12, 2026.

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