Comparison

C/C++ Programming Compiler vs Star

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

Head to head
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

Star

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This app provides conversion between star delta electrical networks. Features * Convert resistor star network to delta network * Convert resistor delta network to star network Pro features * Convert capacitor star network to delta network * Convert capacitor delta network to star network * Convert inductor star network to delta network * Convert inductor delta network to star network * Convert impedance star network to delta network * Convert impedance delta network to star network

Screenshots

C/C++ Programming Compiler4 screens
Star4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Star at none against C/C++ Programming Compiler's shown. C/C++ Programming Compiler's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 27 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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 Star 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, Star every 27 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
C/C++ Programming Compiler versus Star: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterC/C++ Programming CompilerStar
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (118 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews49.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings118 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 27 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1212.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKetan AppaSiu Yuen Ho

In-app purchases

1 purchases

C/C++ Programming Compiler

One-time1
  • Upgrade$2.99
1 purchases

Star

One-time1
  • Unlock Pro feature$1.99

Questions

Is C/C++ Programming Compiler free?
C/C++ Programming Compiler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Star free?
Star is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do C/C++ Programming Compiler or Star have ads?
C/C++ Programming Compiler shows ads; Star does not.
Which is updated more often, C/C++ Programming Compiler or Star?
C/C++ Programming Compiler ships an update every 3 weeks, and Star every 27 months. Most recently, C/C++ Programming Compiler was updated on October 26, 2026 and Star on October 10, 2026.

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