Comparison

Brook.app vs Python Coding

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

Head to head
About

Brook.app

This cross-platform network tool requires server deployment. A paid subscription offers enhanced features to support ongoing development and project continuity.

Highlights
  • Cross-platform network tool
  • Client-server software
  • Server deployment required
  • Paid subscription for advanced features
  • Supports project continuity
Features
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Brook - Brook is a cross-platform network tool - Brook is client-server software, you need to deploy the server: https://github.com/txthinking/brook Brook Plus - Brook Plus is a paid option that allows paying users access to more generous features, allowing us to continue to sustain the continuity of this project. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - You can manage subscription in App Store Setting. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms of Service: https://www.txthinking.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.txthinking.com/privacy.html About Brook Plus - Even with the free version of Brook, normal use is possible - Brook Plus is a paid option that allows paying users access to more generous features, allowing us to continue to sustain the continuity of this project

About

Python Coding

This app provides a powerful Python IDE for mobile devices, allowing users to write, run, and learn Python 3 code offline. It includes features for data science, interactive tutorials, and coding challenges, making it ideal for learners and developers.

Highlights
  • Powerful Python IDE with syntax highlighting
  • Offline Python 3 runtime
  • Live code execution with real-time output
  • Data science libraries (NumPy, pandas, Matplotlib)
  • Interactive Python tutorials
  • PyPI package manager
  • Coding challenges
Features
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Python Coding – Code Python Anytime, Anywhere Code Python on your Phone and Pad with Python Coding – a powerful, mobile-first Python IDE designed for learners, developers, and data enthusiasts. Write, run, and explore Python code with an advanced editor, full-featured offline runtime, and built-in tutorials. Whether you're scripting simple programs or building data science models, Python Coding makes it seamless. Core Features • Offline Python 3 Runtime – Run Python scripts anytime, fully offline with no internet required. • Instant Code Execution – Run and test Python code instantly with real-time output. • Data Science Ready – NumPy, pandas, Matplotlib, and scikit-learn included out of the box. • Smart Code Editor – Featuring syntax highlighting, auto-indentation, code completion, line numbers, indent guides, and bracket matching. • Smart Editing Tools – Undo & redo, file history snapshots, find & replace, multi-line drag selection, indent/outdent, and quick comment actions. • Code Quality Tools – PEP 8 auto-formatting and real-time syntax checking with inline error highlighting. • Matplotlib Visualization – Create clean, professional charts and graphs directly on your device. • PyPI Package Manager – Install and manage Python libraries directly in-app. • Project File System – Organize and manage multiple scripts and projects effortlessly. • Interactive Tutorials – Learn Python, NumPy, pandas, Matplotlib, and scikit-learn step by step. • Coding Challenges – Practice your skills with interactive Python challenges across multiple difficulty levels. • Python Game Playground – Explore 34 interactive Python games, view the source code, and learn game development with pygame step by step. • Dark Mode & Themes – Customize your workspace with themes and fonts. • Quick Input Keyboard – Speed up coding with easy access to :, (), {}, and more. • iCloud Drive Integration – Access, edit, and sync your Python files across iPhone and iPad seamlessly. Turn your Phone or Pad into a full-featured Python development environment. Download Python Coding and start coding anytime, anywhere! --- Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Terms of use https://septudio.com/terms-of-use and privacy policy https://septudio.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Brook.app4 screens
Python Coding4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Python Coding at 4.8 against Brook.app's 4.3. Python Coding also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks) and chart position (#12 vs #123). Brook.app's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (84% vs 71%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Brook.app sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Python Coding sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Python Coding holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Python Coding has 1K ratings behind it against 177, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 84% of Brook.app's written reviews are positive against 71% of Python Coding's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Brook.app ships an update every 6 weeks, Python Coding fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Brook.app versus Python Coding: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrook.appPython Coding
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (177 ratings)4.8 (1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.7% of reviews — better71.2% of reviews
Number of ratings1771K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#123#12 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB283 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTxThinking, Inc.婉媚 邵

Customer experience

Brook.app

All ratings177 ratings
Positive80.2%
Neutral10.2%
Negative9.6%
Written reviews104 reviews
Positive83.7%
Neutral5.8%
Negative10.6%

Python Coding

All ratings1,043 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral1.9%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews52 reviews
Positive71.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.8%

User reviews

Brook.app

From 177 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Perfect UDP support
  • 🔒 Server information hiding capability
  • 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
  • 💪 Powerful network tool with extensive features
  • 🌍 Cross-platform compatibility

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections and auto-disconnects
  • ⏱️ App crashes and performance degradation
  • 📵 iOS 12 compatibility issues
  • 🔌 VPN background process termination
  • ❌ Limited app support (Instagram, YouTube, WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook)

Python Coding

From 1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Comfortable usage
  • 👍 Easier than on laptop
  • 👍 Good for training
  • 👍 Seamless interface
  • 👍 Supports Matplotlib

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes
  • 🔒 Requires Pro mode for many features
  • 🐛 Keyboard won't pull up
  • 🐛 Gave unexpected error

Bugs and requests

Brook.app

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Frequent unexpected disconnections
  • VPN process killed in background
  • iOS 12.1 connection failures
  • Connection button shows connected but not actually connected
  • App crashes without warning
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  • Incompatibility with iOS versions below 10
  • Whitelist mode auto-disconnect issues
  • Push notifications not received while connected
  • Safari works but Instagram/YouTube don't
  • Slow performance after recent updates

Requested features

9 requests
  • Server naming and alias functionality
  • Auto-connect feature
  • Global proxy toggle button
  • Mac application version
  • VPN support
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  • Background App Refresh support
  • iOS 9 support
  • Improved whitelist mode stability
  • Better app-specific proxy support

Python Coding

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Keyboard won't pull up
  • Gave unexpected error

Requested features

2 requests
  • Add support for Git
  • Implement more advanced Python modules and libraries

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Brook.app

Subscriptions2
  • Brook Plus$1.991 Month
  • Brook Plus$49.991 Year
3 purchases

Python Coding

Subscriptions2
  • Python Coding Pro$3.991 Month
  • Python Coding Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Python Coding Pro$39.99

Questions

Is Brook.app free?
Brook.app is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Python Coding free?
Python Coding is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Brook.app or Python Coding?
Python Coding is rated higher. Brook.app averages 4.3 out of 5 from 177 ratings, while Python Coding averages 4.8 from 1K ratings.
Do Brook.app or Python Coding have ads?
Python Coding shows ads; Brook.app does not.
Which is updated more often, Brook.app or Python Coding?
Brook.app ships an update every 6 weeks, and Python Coding fortnightly. Most recently, Brook.app was updated on September 24, 2026 and Python Coding on September 21, 2026.
Which is more popular, Brook.app or Python Coding?
Brook.app currently peaks at #123 in the App Store charts, and Python Coding at #12. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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