Comparison

Mathematical Playground Lite vs SmartPython

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

Head to head
About

Mathematical Playground Lite

Explore three-dimensional shapes with this educational application. It aids in understanding and visualizing complex geometric forms, offering tools to manipulate and study them. This lite version provides access to all shapes and core functionalities.

Highlights
  • Explore 3D shapes
  • Visualize geometric forms
  • Cut and expand shapes
  • Receive shape data from full version
  • All shapes available
Features
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This is an educational app that is useful for exploring three dimensional shapes. Have you ever had difficulty drawing three dimensional shapes? This app may help you study about shapes. Since this app is the lite version, less features are available than the full-version. But all shapes are available. And you can cut, expand shapes, and also receive shape data from the full-version of this app. --- This app runs on… [iPhone] iPhone 4s or newer. [iPad] iPad 2, iPad 3rd generation or newer, iPad mini series, iPad Air series, iPad Pro series. [iPod touch] iPod touch (5th generation or newer). [OS] iOS12.0 or elder.

About

SmartPython

Features
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SmartPython turns your iPhone or iPad into a full Python coding environment. Write, edit, and run real Python code anywhere, with no server or internet connection required to execute it. Powered by a complete Python runtime built directly into the app, SmartPython lets you experiment with code the moment an idea strikes. A syntax-highlighted editor, instant execution, and a built-in library of guided samples make it easy to learn Python fundamentals or explore algorithms on the go. FEATURES - Full Python 3 interpreter running entirely on your device, no internet connection needed to run code - Syntax-highlighted code editor with adjustable font size and light or dark themes - Instant Run and Stop controls with live console output - Built-in libraries including numpy, pandas, matplotlib, and requests - A growing library of sample programs covering Python basics through algorithms - Multiple files, so you can keep several scripts organized in one place - A quick-access symbol toolbar designed for typing code comfortably on a touchscreen Whether you are a student learning your first programming language, preparing for a class, or just want to test a quick script between meetings, SmartPython keeps a real Python environment in your pocket. Some advanced sample programs are available through an optional one-time in-app purchase.

Screenshots

Mathematical Playground Lite4 screens
SmartPython4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mathematical Playground Lite at none against SmartPython's 1. SmartPython's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, 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. SmartPython sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Mathematical Playground Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mathematical Playground Lite ships an update every 2 months, SmartPython every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Mathematical Playground Lite versus SmartPython: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMathematical Playground LiteSmartPython
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews40.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJun Nakashimarai rin

In-app purchases

None

Mathematical Playground Lite

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SmartPython

One-time1
  • SmartPython Pro$5.99

Questions

Is Mathematical Playground Lite free?
Mathematical Playground Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SmartPython free?
SmartPython is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Mathematical Playground Lite or SmartPython have ads?
Neither Mathematical Playground Lite nor SmartPython shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mathematical Playground Lite or SmartPython?
Mathematical Playground Lite ships an update every 2 months, and SmartPython every 3 days. Most recently, Mathematical Playground Lite was updated on September 25, 2026 and SmartPython on October 2, 2026.

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