Comparison

C Compiler vs Locked In

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

Head to head
About

C Compiler

This application provides an integrated development environment for C programming, complete with an offline tutorial and sample programs. It features syntax recognition and auto-formatting to aid users in writing and running complex C code.

Highlights
  • Run complex C programs
  • Offline C tutorial
  • Sample C programs
  • Syntax recognition IDE
  • Auto text formatting IDE
  • File opening and saving
Features
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C COMPILER & C++ IDE — LEARN, PRACTICE, RUN A complete C/C++ learning and coding companion: guided courses, hundreds of practice programs, an on-device AI tutor, and a real IDE that compiles and runs your code right on your phone — no internet required to code. Whether you're just starting out or brushing up before an interview, C Compiler gives you a structured path through the language plus a genuine playground to write and test real programs. Before leaving a negative rating, give us a chance to help — send complaints, suggestions, or issues to support@ilabbs.com. We reply. Main Features • Real C and C++ interpreters — write and run code on-device • Guided courses from fundamentals to advanced topics • Hundreds of practice programs, organized by topic and difficulty • On-device AI tutor — ask questions, get help debugging, all private • Interview prep — real questions across core CS topics • Syntax highlighting and smart code editing • Open and save your own files • Daily streaks and progress tracking Courses Include • C Fundamentals & Basics • Data Types & Operators • Control Flow & Loops • Functions • Arrays, Pointers & Strings • Structures & File Handling • C++ OOP, Templates & STL Terms of Use (EULA): https://ilabbs.com/PrivacyPolicy/ccompilerLegal/iOS/terms_of_use.html Privacy Policy: https://ilabbs.com/PrivacyPolicy/ccompilerLegal/iOS/privacy.html

About

Locked In

This study companion breaks down cybersecurity exam material into short, focused lessons with quick checks. It includes practice questions, mock exams, flashcards, and a searchable glossary to aid learning. Progress tracking and offline functionality are also available.

Highlights
  • Bite-sized lessons for CS0-003 exam domains
  • Visual diagrams for key concepts
  • Inline quick-checks and practice questions
  • Performance-based question simulations
  • Timed mock exams
  • Spaced repetition flashcards
  • Searchable glossary and progress tracking
Features
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Locked In is an independent study companion for the CySA+ CS0-004 exam. It is designed for short, focused study sessions and works without an account, ads, analytics, or third-party tracking. CompTIA launched CS0-004 on June 23, 2026. The English CS0-003 exam retires on December 22, 2026. STUDY CONTENT • 91 concise lessons across all 15 CS0-004 objective headings in four domains • 91 inline quick checks, one at the end of every lesson • Visual explanations for selected concepts including security operations, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, incident response, and reporting • 100 flashcards with optional spaced review • A searchable glossary with 137 terms and acronyms • Search, progress tracking, study streaks, bookmarks, and personal notes PRACTICE • 121 original multiple-choice questions organized by domain • 20 tap-driven PBQ-style activities for categorizing, ordering, and matching practice • An 85-question, 165-minute multiple-choice Timed Practice mode with checkpointing, flag-for-review, a navigation grid, and results review • A weak-spot review queue that reschedules missed questions and flashcards Timed Practice and the PBQ-style activities are separate, original app content. They are not official CompTIA questions, a reproduced exam blueprint, or an exam simulation. The app's 80% practice target is not a CompTIA scaled score, passing prediction, or claim about the official passing standard. FREE TO TRY The free tier includes 16 complete lessons, a curated 10-question quiz sampler, 30 Domain 1 flashcards, two PBQ-style preview activities, 98 of the 137 glossary terms, and on-device study tools for included content. The 39 glossary terms that repeat paid flashcards open with the Full Unlock. ONE-TIME FULL UNLOCK The non-consumable Full Unlock opens all 91 lessons, quiz access to the full 121-question bank, all 20 PBQ-style activities, all 100 flashcards, all 137 glossary terms, and the 85-question Timed Practice mode. There is no subscription. OFFLINE AND PRIVATE Lessons, questions, activities, flashcards, glossary content, notes, and progress are bundled and stored on-device. Product loading, buying, and restoring use Apple's App Store services and require a network connection. DISCLAIMER Not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by CompTIA. CompTIA® and CySA+® are registered trademarks of CompTIA, Inc. Locked In is an independent study aid. Always verify current exam policies and objectives with CompTIA.

Screenshots

C Compiler4 screens
Locked In4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Locked In at none against C Compiler's shown. Locked In also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases, 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. C Compiler sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Locked In sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

C Compiler ships an update every 4 months, Locked In every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
C Compiler versus Locked In: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterC CompilerLocked In
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (113 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews58.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings113 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developersutheesh sukumaranOMAR DANIEL GRAZIANO

In-app purchases

4 purchases

C Compiler

Subscriptions2
  • C Compiler Premium — Monthly$2.991 Month
  • C Compilar Premium — Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time2
  • Remove Ads$49.99
  • LifeTime$49.99
1 purchases

Locked In

One-time1
  • Locked-In Full Unlock$9.99

Questions

Is C Compiler free?
C Compiler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Locked In free?
Locked In is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do C Compiler or Locked In have ads?
C Compiler shows ads; Locked In does not.
Which is updated more often, C Compiler or Locked In?
C Compiler ships an update every 4 months, and Locked In every 2 weeks. Most recently, C Compiler was updated on November 2, 2026 and Locked In on October 28, 2026.

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