Comparison

JSBox vs CodeSnack IDE

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

Head to head
About

JSBox

This app is a mobile JavaScript IDE that allows users to learn and write JavaScript code. It provides tools to create native iOS utilities, widgets, extensions, and more, catering to both beginners and experienced developers.

Highlights
  • Mobile JavaScript IDE
  • Create native iOS utilities
  • Design widgets and keyboards
  • Siri/Shortcuts integration
  • Beautiful code editor
  • Advanced development tools
  • iOS extension support
Features
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* JSBox is featured by: sspai.com, Price Tag, AppSolution etc # What's JSBox? JSBox is an Integrated Development Environment for JavaScript. You can learn to code JavaScript here, as we provide tons of utilities to enhance the development experience. JSBox is amazing for both beginners and experienced engineers. Don't you wanna try it out? Don't hesitate to create cool stuff—do it now! # What can JSBox do? Of course you can write JavaScript, but the most important thing is that you can create native iOS utilities, such as: - Upload photos you have just taken to the server - Create a widget to check bus information - Schedule tasks by leveraging date-based or location-based notifications - Design an extension for the Photos app to search photos directly - Design your own widget and keyboard - Make a real-time tool to query the exchange rate - Collect your most important contacts and handle it on the widget There are many possibilities; we believe you can create coolest stuff. # What's in JSBox? JSBox is not only a full-fledged environment for standard JavaScript, but also provides many utilities: - A safe environment to run JavaScript natively with incredible performance - A beautiful editor to write JavaScript, multiple themes, auto-completion, and snippets... - Many advanced development tools: lint, prettier, diff viewer and database viewer... - A desktop extension to write code extremely fast and comfortable - Almost all the cool tech in iOS: Siri/Shortcuts, Today Widget, Action Extension, 3D Touch, Home Screen Shortcut... - A lot of awesome examples for beginner We are still working on it and will introduce cooler features in the future. # Terms of Use https://jsboxbbs.com/d/1035-terms-of-service # Privacy Policy https://jsboxbbs.com/d/1034-privacy-policy # Contact us! Please contact us in the following ways. Don't hesitate to report any issues. Thank you! - [Community](https://en.jsboxbbs.com) - [Email](mailto:log.e@qq.com) - [Twitter](https://twitter.com/cyanapps) - [Weibo](https://weibo.com/0x00eeee)

About

CodeSnack IDE

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
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CodeSnack IDE is the first mobile IDE crafted specifically for mobile devices and tablets, unlocking the power of coding right at your fingertips. With fast and intuitive tools, CodeSnack IDE empowers you to create amazing programs, learn from a vast library of samples, and deploy real-world back-end and front-end apps within minutes — all for free. Whether you're an experienced coder or just starting out, CodeSnack IDE offers all the control and flexibility you need to create and customize projects without any compromise. Now powered by advanced AI, CodeSnack IDE delivers cutting-edge development features straight to your mobile device: • AI-Generated Project Creation: Generate projects from text prompts • Smart Bug Detection & Fix Proposals: Find and fix issues effortlessly • Code Explanation: Understand the purpose and logic behind your code • Code-Specific Question Answering: Get answers to your coding queries Everything you can do with CodeSnack IDE: * Write & run code like on a PC or Mac * Develop real Web and Mobile apps with React, Ionic, Capacitor, and React Native * Install dependencies using Linux terminal * Intelligent coding assistance, autocompletion, linting * Use any programming language * Utilize your favorite hardware keyboard and shortcuts * Debug program output, and see detailed error logs (in real-time) * Practice coding with 1000+ examples in our library * Sync your projects across all your devices * Deploy projects through SFTP And so much more! CodeSnack IDE supports 18 programming languages for versatile coding: - Java - Python - C - C++ - C# - Dart - JavaScript - TypeScript - PHP - Shell - Swift - Ruby - Go - Kotlin - Lua - Haskell - Rust - Scala Quick project templates to jumpstart your development: • React (Vite, TypeScript) • Vue (Vite, TypeScript) • Vanilla (Vite, TypeScript) • Preact (Vite, TypeScript) • Lit (Vite, TypeScript) • Svelte (Vite, TypeScript) • Ionic (React, Capacitor) • Ionic (React, Cordova) • Ionic (Angular, Capacitor) • Ionic (Angular, Cordova) • Ionic (Vue, Capacitor) • React Native (Expo) • Express (Node.js, TypeScript) • Express (Node.js, JavaScript) • Simple HTTP server (Python) • Django Web App (Python) • Simple HTTP server (Java) • Gradle (Java) • Blazor (C#) • Laravel (PHP) • Simple HTTP server (PHP) • WebSockets • WebAssembly (AssemblyScript) Pro Subscription benefits: * Compile and Run code up to 8x faster (2 vCPU, 1 GB Memory, 8 GB SSD, 3,000 Mbps Network) * Docker Container Manager * Gain access to up to 500 AI assistant requests per month * Unlock in-app browser for Web and Mobile projects * Virtual keyboard customization * Upload code to your server using SFTP * Access all Examples in the Library * Access all Project Templates * Unlock 2 more color schemas for the code editor Important Links: Terms Of Service: https://www.codesnack-ide.com/terms-of-services.html Privacy Policy: https://www.codesnack-ide.com/privacy-policy.html Connect with the CodeSnack IDE community: Join our Discord Community server: https://discord.gg/FKmzpuqUnZ

Screenshots

JSBox4 screens
CodeSnack IDE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CodeSnack IDE at 4.4 against JSBox's 4.0. CodeSnack IDE also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 50%) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 85). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. JSBox sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year and CodeSnack IDE sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CodeSnack IDE holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CodeSnack IDE has 1.5K ratings behind it against 85, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of JSBox's written reviews are positive against 68% of CodeSnack IDE's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JSBox ships an update fortnightly, CodeSnack IDE every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
JSBox versus CodeSnack IDE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJSBoxCodeSnack IDE
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (85 ratings)4.4 (1.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews49.5% of reviews68.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings851.5K — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank—#99 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size178 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer颖 钟Mobibean, LLC

Customer experience

JSBox

All ratings85 ratings
Positive74.1%
Neutral1.2%
Negative24.7%
Written reviews107 reviews
Positive49.5%
Neutral3.7%
Negative46.7%

CodeSnack IDE

All ratings1,548 ratings
Positive85.9%
Neutral4.7%
Negative9.4%
Written reviews463 reviews
Positive68.5%
Neutral10.8%
Negative20.7%

Bugs and requests

JSBox

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

CodeSnack IDE

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

In-app purchases

2 purchases

JSBox

Subscriptions2
  • JSBox Pro$7.991 Year
  • JSBox Pro - Discount$7.991 Year
12 purchases

CodeSnack IDE

Subscriptions12
  • Pro$4.991 Month
  • Pro (monthly)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Core$4.991 Month
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  • Advanced$15.991 Month
  • Ultimate$19.991 Month
  • Premium (6 months)$29.996 Months
  • Pro (annual, introductory)7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium (annual)$39.991 Year
  • Pro (annual limited offer)$39.991 Year
  • Core$44.991 Year
  • Pro (annual)7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Advanced$143.991 Year

Questions

Is JSBox free?
JSBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CodeSnack IDE free?
CodeSnack IDE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, JSBox or CodeSnack IDE?
CodeSnack IDE is rated higher. JSBox averages 4.0 out of 5 from 85 ratings, while CodeSnack IDE averages 4.4 from 1.5K ratings.
Do JSBox or CodeSnack IDE have ads?
Neither JSBox nor CodeSnack IDE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, JSBox or CodeSnack IDE?
JSBox ships an update fortnightly, and CodeSnack IDE every 3 weeks. Most recently, JSBox was updated on September 24, 2026 and CodeSnack IDE on September 24, 2026.

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