Comparison

C/C++ Programming Compiler vs gcc

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

gcc

Practice computer programming languages like C, C++, Fortran, and Modula-2. This tool is ideal for computer science students and high schoolers exploring software engineering. Easily reset the app if your code encounters errors.

Highlights
  • Practice C, C++, Fortran, Modula-2
  • Includes GCC versions 10.2.0 and 14.0.0
  • Code testing functionality
  • App reset feature
  • Suitable for students
Features
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This app allows you to practice some computer languages from the gcc suite. Versions 10.2.0 and 14.0.0 are included with the following languages: c, c++, Fortran, and Modula-2. Test your code ... if something goes wrong, just reset the app! It is a good tool for students in computer science programs and high school students to realize whether they are attracted to the field of software engineering.

Screenshots

C/C++ Programming Compiler4 screens
gcc2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: gcc at 100% against C/C++ Programming Compiler's 50%. gcc also leads on rating (4.0 vs 3.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). C/C++ Programming Compiler's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (116 vs 1). On price 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. gcc asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

gcc holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: C/C++ Programming Compiler has 116 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of C/C++ Programming Compiler's written reviews are positive against 100% of gcc's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

C/C++ Programming Compiler ships an update every 3 weeks, gcc every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
C/C++ Programming Compiler versus gcc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterC/C++ Programming Compilergcc
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (116 ratings)4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings116 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB364 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperKetan AppaLuis Acevedo-Arreguin

Customer experience

C/C++ Programming Compiler

All ratings116 ratings
Positive52.6%
Neutral10.3%
Negative37.1%
Written reviews168 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral13.7%
Negative36.3%

gcc

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

C/C++ Programming Compiler

One-time1
  • Upgrade$2.99
None

gcc

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is C/C++ Programming Compiler free?
C/C++ Programming Compiler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is gcc free?
gcc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, C/C++ Programming Compiler or gcc?
gcc is rated higher. C/C++ Programming Compiler averages 3.3 out of 5 from 116 ratings, while gcc averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do C/C++ Programming Compiler or gcc have ads?
C/C++ Programming Compiler shows ads; gcc does not.
Which is updated more often, C/C++ Programming Compiler or gcc?
C/C++ Programming Compiler ships an update every 3 weeks, and gcc every 7 months. Most recently, C/C++ Programming Compiler was updated on October 6, 2026 and gcc on October 1, 2026.

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