Comparison

Python3IDE vs CodeSnack IDE

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

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About

Python3IDE

This app provides an offline integrated development environment for Python 3, supporting scientific computing, data analysis, and machine learning libraries. It also offers offline IDEs for C/C++, PHP, and Lua, along with features like code highlighting, offline script execution, and built-in tutorials.

Highlights
  • Offline Python 3 IDE
  • Built-in scientific libraries
  • Offline C/C++/PHP/Lua IDE
  • Code highlighting and auto-completion
  • Offline script execution
  • Jupyter Notebook support
  • Built-in Python tutorials
Features
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Python3IDE is an offline Python3.7 integrated development environment software with built-in common scientific libraries. It is a powerful helper for you to learn and practice Python. New: add offline C/C++/PHP/Lua integrated development environment. 【Built-in module】 -tkinter -turtle Scientific computing, data analysis and machine learning library -numpy-1.18.0 -pandas-0.25.3 -scipy-1.4.1 -scikit-learn-0.22.1 -statsmodels-0.11.1 -linearmodels-4.17 -sympy-1.5 -patsy-0.5.1 Visualization library -notebook-5.7.4 -matplotlib-3.1.2 -seaborn-0.10.0 -plotly.py-4.8.1 -bokeh-2.0.1 -pyecharts-1.7.1 UI library -kivy-2.0.0 -ipywidgets-7.4.2 Game library -SDL2 -SDL2_image -SDL2_gfx -SDL2_mixer -SDL2_ttf -pysdl2-0.9.8 -pygame-2.0.1 Image processing library -Pillow-7.0.0 -scikit_image-0.16.2 -imageio-2.8.0 -networkx-2.4 -opencv_python-4.2.0.32 Network library -pycurl-7.43.0.5 -httpie-2.0.0 -requests-2.22.0 -flask-1.1.1 -django-3.0.4 Other libraries -lxml-4.4.2 -simplejson-3.17.0 -tushare-1.2.48 【Features】 -Automatic association prompts, automatic indentation, and code highlighting. -Run scripts offline and locally, support input -Built-in common scientific computing library -Support Pip to install third-party libraries (line Python libraries) -Support Jupyter NoteBook -Built-in ipynb file previewer, so you can preview quickly without starting Jupyter Notebook service -Built-in file download management, support background download, you can download many python codes and learning libraries on the Internet at any time, such as github, etc. -Support file upload, share, download, etc. (via Jupyter Notebook service), support itunes to share documents -Built-in browser, you can open Jupyter Notebook page directly in this App, or open other web pages -Support multiple documents, you can open code editors, tutorial documents, interactive interpreters, browsers, etc. in multiple tabs, so that you can read the documents and learn while writing code -Support Python interactive interpreter, allowing you to enter code while executing -Built-in many Python learning tutorials, including python, numpy, matplotlib, pandas, scipy, sklearn, data analysis, machine learning, artificial intelligence, etc. "Auto Subscription Member Instructions" 1. Service name: consecutive year 2. If you purchase an account of an automatic subscription member, your iTunes account will be deducted 24 hours before the expiration of the monthly subscription period. After the deduction is successful, the subscription period will be extended. 3. If you need to cancel the subscription, please manually open the Apple phone "Settings" --> enter "iTunes Store and App Store" --> click "Apple ID", select "View Apple ID", enter the "Account Settings" page, click "Subscribe", select Himalaya VIP membership service to cancel the subscription. If you do not close the subscription at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period, you will be deemed to agree to continue to authorize, and the subscription will be automatically renewed. "Automatic Subscription Service Agreement" https://www.jianshu.com/p/47341a0a9466 "User Agreement" https://www.jianshu.com/p/8ee503e0ae6f "User Privacy Agreement" https://www.jianshu.com/p/8ee503e0ae6f — Contact and feedback — If you have any questions or suggestions about the product, please contact us Email: python3ide@aliyun.com

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

Python3IDE4 screens
CodeSnack IDE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CodeSnack IDE at 4.4 against Python3IDE's 3.2. CodeSnack IDE also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 33%) and ratings volume (1.6K vs 24). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Python3IDE sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month 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 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CodeSnack IDE has 1.6K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Python3IDE's written reviews are positive against 68% of CodeSnack IDE's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Python3IDE ships an update every 2 months, CodeSnack IDE every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Python3IDE versus CodeSnack IDE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPython3IDECodeSnack IDE
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (24 ratings)4.4 (1.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.4% of reviews68.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings241.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#205#49 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1.6 GB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer辉 马Mobibean, LLC

Customer experience

Python3IDE

All ratings24 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative41.7%
Written reviews611 reviews
Positive33.4%
Neutral12.9%
Negative53.7%

CodeSnack IDE

All ratings1,555 ratings
Positive86.0%
Neutral4.7%
Negative9.3%
Written reviews464 reviews
Positive68.3%
Neutral10.8%
Negative20.9%

User reviews

Python3IDE

From 24 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Offline coding
  • 🚀 Supports multiple programming languages
  • 👍 Free to use
  • 👍 Lightweight and fast
  • 👍 Good for beginners

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes frequently
  • 🐛 Buggy behavior
  • 🔒 Paywall restricts functionality
  • 👎 Unstable performance
  • 👎 Lack of error reporting

CodeSnack IDE

From 1.6K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Bugs and requests

Python3IDE

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes when using certain code constructs
  • Input function does not work as expected
  • Indentation issues and unexpected behavior
  • Compatibility problems with older devices
  • Unreliable saving and loading of files

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for more Python libraries
  • Improve error handling and debugging
  • Implement a dark mode
  • Allow file management and export options
  • Provide better documentation and tutorials

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

3 purchases

Python3IDE

Subscriptions3
  • SixMonth subscription,3D trial3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • SixMonth subscription,7D trial7 Days trial$6.996 Months
  • Annual subscription(7D trial)7 Days trial$9.491 Year
12 purchases

CodeSnack IDE

Subscriptions12
  • Pro$4.991 Month
  • Pro (monthly)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Core$4.991 Month
Show 9 more
  • 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 Python3IDE free?
Python3IDE 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, Python3IDE or CodeSnack IDE?
CodeSnack IDE is rated higher. Python3IDE averages 3.2 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while CodeSnack IDE averages 4.4 from 1.6K ratings.
Do Python3IDE or CodeSnack IDE have ads?
Neither Python3IDE nor CodeSnack IDE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Python3IDE or CodeSnack IDE?
Python3IDE ships an update every 2 months, and CodeSnack IDE every 2 weeks. Most recently, Python3IDE was updated on October 10, 2026 and CodeSnack IDE on October 8, 2026.
Which is more popular, Python3IDE or CodeSnack IDE?
Python3IDE currently peaks at #205 in the App Store charts, and CodeSnack IDE at #49. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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