# My Lisp vs CodeSnack IDE

The clearest difference is price: CodeSnack IDE at Free against My Lisp's $3.99. CodeSnack IDE also leads on ratings volume (1.5K vs 17) and rating (4.4 vs 4.1). My Lisp's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12). On review sentiment, ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

CodeSnack IDE is free to download; My Lisp costs $3.99 up front. CodeSnack IDE sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. My Lisp asks for nothing beyond the download.

CodeSnack IDE holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CodeSnack IDE has 1.5K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 69% and 68% positive.

My Lisp ships an update every 6 weeks, CodeSnack IDE every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | My Lisp | CodeSnack IDE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.1 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-lisp/id1245341806/reviews) | **[4.4 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codesnack-ide/id1397424959/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 17 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **68.8% of reviews** | 68.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Freemium** |
| Best chart rank | **#85** | #102 |
| Size | 19 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Laurent Rodier](https://appshunter.io/developer/697920086) | [Mobibean, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1142567045) |

## What reviewers say

### My Lisp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-lisp/id1245341806)

**Currently charting:** #85 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

A comprehensive Lisp programming environment for iOS and macOS devices. It offers a local interpreter, editor, and extensive libraries for learning and developing Lisp programs, including advanced mathematical functions and symbolic derivation.

**Highlights:** Local Lisp interpreter, Integrated editor, Core and mathematical operators, Advanced mathematics functions, Symbolic derivation module, Library and example files, User and reference manuals

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### CodeSnack IDE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codesnack-ide/id1397424959)

**Currently charting:** #102 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #200 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This mobile IDE allows you to write, run, and deploy code on your device. It offers AI-powered features for project creation, bug fixing, and code explanation, supporting 18 programming languages and various project templates.

**Highlights:** AI-generated project creation, Smart bug detection and fixes, Code explanation and Q&A, Write and run code like on PC/Mac, Develop web and mobile apps, Install dependencies via Linux terminal, Supports 18 programming languages

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro (monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| Core | $4.99 | per month |
| Advanced | $15.99 | per month |
| Ultimate | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium (6 months) | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| Pro (annual, introductory) | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium (annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| Pro (annual limited offer) | $39.99 | per year |
| Core | $44.99 | per year |
| Pro (annual) | $49.99 | per year |
| Advanced | $143.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent IDE for mobile
- 🚀 Smooth and fast performance
- 💡 Supports multiple programming languages
- 👍 Great for beginners and quick coding
- 👍 Organized and user-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Limited functionality without subscription
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🔒 Aggressive monetization tactics
- 🐛 Inconsistent library and file management

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to paste into terminal
- Screens randomly darkening
- Incompatibility issues with certain devices and OS versions
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps

**Requested features**

- Add support for more programming languages
- Improve offline functionality and local file storage
- Implement better version control and GitHub integration
- Allow more customization options for themes and settings
- Enhance terminal and console functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is My Lisp free?

My Lisp costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is CodeSnack IDE free?

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

### Which has better reviews, My Lisp or CodeSnack IDE?

CodeSnack IDE is rated higher. My Lisp averages 4.1 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while CodeSnack IDE averages 4.4 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do My Lisp or CodeSnack IDE have ads?

Neither My Lisp nor CodeSnack IDE shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, My Lisp or CodeSnack IDE?

My Lisp ships an update every 6 weeks, and CodeSnack IDE every 3 weeks. Most recently, My Lisp was updated on September 22, 2026 and CodeSnack IDE on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, My Lisp or CodeSnack IDE?

My Lisp currently peaks at #85 in the App Store charts, and CodeSnack IDE at #102. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*