# Sololearn vs SideMe

The clearest difference is ads: SideMe at none against Sololearn's shown. Sololearn's advantage is ratings volume (82K vs 270) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sololearn sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and SideMe sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Sololearn holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sololearn has 82K ratings behind it against 270, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Sololearn's written reviews are positive against 67% of SideMe's.

Sololearn ships an update every 2 weeks, SideMe fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sololearn | SideMe |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (82K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sololearn-learn-to-code/id1210079064/reviews)** | [4.6 (270 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sideme-learn-coding/id6743945588/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **82K** | 270 |
| Positive reviews | **70.1% of reviews** | 67.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 130 MB | 145 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sololearn Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/933957049) | [JASON TIM TRISTAN PRADEAU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1702944813) |

## What reviewers say

### Sololearn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sololearn-learn-to-code/id1210079064)

Learn programming languages like Python, Java, and C# through interactive lessons and hands-on practice. This app offers bite-sized courses, coding challenges, and AI-powered support to help you build practical coding skills on the go. Join millions of learners worldwide advancing their careers and creating real-world solutions.

**Highlights:** Interactive coding lessons, Hands-on coding exercises, AI-powered coding support, Mobile code editor, Community support, Personalized learning paths

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sololearn PRO Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| SoloLearn PRO Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Sololearn PRO Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| SoloLearn PRO Annual | $47.99 | per year |
| PRO Annual (14 days trial) | $47.99 | per year |
| SoloLearn PRO Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Sololearn PRO Annual | $69.99 | per year |
| SoloLearn PRO Annual | $69.99 | per year |
| Sololearn PRO Annual | $79.99 | per year |
| Sololearn PRO Annual | $79.99 | per year |
| Full access to AI courses | $97.99 | per year |
| Sololearn MAX | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and engaging
- 🚀 Helps get an understanding of code
- 🚀 Easy to learn and use
- 👍 Great for beginners
- 👍 Awesome learning app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Outdated terms and lack of intelligence in verifying answers
- 🐛 Issues with the app crashing or not loading properly
- 💰 Expensive subscription, especially compared to other options
- 💰 Free version is very limited
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect test answers even when the code is correct
- Inability to enter certain characters or syntax correctly
- Lessons not saving progress properly
- Landscape mode not supported on tablets
- Frequent crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- Add more advanced courses and content
- Improve code editor and IDE functionality
- Implement better explanations and feedback for incorrect answers
- Add more programming languages like Lua
- Improve search and navigation within the app


### SideMe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sideme-learn-coding/id6743945588)

Learn coding through a fun, gamified experience. Master Python and other programming topics with interactive lessons, bug-fixing challenges, and project-based learning. Earn rewards and unlock content as you progress.

**Highlights:** Gamified learning path, Interactive lesson levels, Bug detection and fixing, Project creation, XP and reward system, Short, efficient sessions

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Super SideMe (monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Super SideMe (monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Super SideMe (yearly) | $29.99 | per year |
| Super SideMe (yearly) | $59.99 | per year |
| Super SideMe (yearly) | $59.99 | per year |
| Easy Starter Gems Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gems chest (200) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gems chest (450) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gems chest (950) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Boost Starter Gems Pack | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sololearn free?

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

### Is SideMe free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Sololearn or SideMe?

Sololearn is rated higher. Sololearn averages 4.8 out of 5 from 82K ratings, while SideMe averages 4.6 from 270 ratings.

### Do Sololearn or SideMe have ads?

Sololearn shows ads; SideMe does not.

### Which is updated more often, Sololearn or SideMe?

Sololearn ships an update every 2 weeks, and SideMe fortnightly. Most recently, Sololearn was updated on September 29, 2026 and SideMe on September 28, 2026.

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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.*