# JSBox vs Node.js Lab

The clearest difference is ads: JSBox at none against Node.js Lab's shown. JSBox also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (85 vs 24). Node.js Lab's advantage is review sentiment (63% vs 50%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. JSBox sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year and Node.js Lab sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for JSBox against 3.9 for Node.js Lab. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 85 and 24 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of JSBox's written reviews are positive against 63% of Node.js Lab's.

JSBox ships an update fortnightly, Node.js Lab every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | JSBox | Node.js Lab |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (85 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jsbox-learn-to-code/id1312014438/reviews)** | [3.9 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nodejs-lab/id1550710789/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **85** | 24 |
| Positive reviews | 49.5% of reviews | **62.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#69** | #163 |
| Size | 178 MB | 154 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [颖 钟](https://appshunter.io/developer/928924733) | [Firas Moussa](https://appshunter.io/developer/547104847) |

## What reviewers say

### JSBox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jsbox-learn-to-code/id1312014438)

**Currently charting:** #69 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

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:** Safari Extension

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| JSBox Pro | $7.99 | per year |
| JSBox Pro - Discount | $7.99 | per year |


### Node.js Lab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nodejs-lab/id1550710789)

**Currently charting:** #163 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Develop and run Node.js web applications directly on your iOS device, even offline. This app includes a full Node.js environment with NPM, a script editor, and debugging tools. It also functions as a standalone web application and offers extensive file management capabilities.

**Highlights:** Offline Node.js environment, Integrated Git client, Multi-tabbed script editor, NPM support, Standalone web app functionality, Remote file management, Offline documentation

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features | $4.99 | one-time |
| Standalone Web Application | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is JSBox free?

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

### Is Node.js Lab free?

Node.js Lab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, JSBox or Node.js Lab?

JSBox is rated higher. JSBox averages 4.0 out of 5 from 85 ratings, while Node.js Lab averages 3.9 from 24 ratings.

### Do JSBox or Node.js Lab have ads?

Node.js Lab shows ads; JSBox does not.

### Which is updated more often, JSBox or Node.js Lab?

JSBox ships an update fortnightly, and Node.js Lab every 5 weeks. Most recently, JSBox was updated on September 24, 2026 and Node.js Lab on September 21, 2026.

### Which is more popular, JSBox or Node.js Lab?

JSBox currently peaks at #69 in the App Store charts, and Node.js Lab at #163. 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.*