# Python3IDE vs Pyto IDE

The clearest difference is rating: Pyto IDE at 3.7 against Python3IDE's 3.2. Pyto IDE also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (995 vs 24). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Python3IDE sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Pyto IDE sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pyto IDE holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pyto IDE has 995 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 35% of Pyto IDE's.

Python3IDE ships an update every 2 months, Pyto IDE every 8 days. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Python3IDE | Pyto IDE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python3ide/id1357215444/reviews) | **[3.7 (995 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyto-ide/id1436650069/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **995** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **35.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #194 | **#43** |
| Size | 1.6 GB | 922 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [辉 马](https://appshunter.io/developer/959342857) | [Develobile S.p.A.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1212021727) |

## What reviewers say

### Python3IDE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python3ide/id1357215444)

**Currently charting:** #194 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SixMonth subscription,3D trial | $1.99 | per month |
| SixMonth subscription,7D trial | $6.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual subscription(7D trial) | $9.49 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


### Pyto IDE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyto-ide/id1436650069)

**Currently charting:** #43 Top Free · Developer Tools, #47 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app offers a powerful integrated development environment for Python, C, and C++ on iOS devices. It includes a Python interpreter with extensive libraries, a C/C++ compiler, a terminal, and a code editor with advanced features like code completion and debugging.

**Highlights:** Python 3.10 Interpreter, C/C++ Compiler, Code Editor with Completion, Terminal with UNIX Commands, Graphical Interface Builder, Debugging Support, Shortcuts and Picture in Picture

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3-day Trial | Free | one-time |
| Upgrade to Full Version | $6.99 | one-time |
| Lite Version | $7.99 | one-time |
| Full Version | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app for Python development on iOS
- 👍 Supports many Python libraries like Pandas, NumPy
- 💡 Integrates well with Shortcuts and Apple Watch
- 👍 Paid version offers good value

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 👎 Confusing user interface and poor documentation
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription/trial
- 💰 Paid-only access to core functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to run scripts after a few executions
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps
- Paywall issues - app asking to repurchase after prior purchase

**Requested features**

- Improved code editor with better keyboard support
- Ability to read/write external files (CSV, TXT, etc.)
- Support for more Python libraries like Selenium, Tensorflow
- Longer trial period for new users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Python3IDE free?

Python3IDE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Pyto IDE free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Python3IDE or Pyto IDE?

Pyto IDE is rated higher. Python3IDE averages 3.2 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Pyto IDE averages 3.7 from 995 ratings.

### Do Python3IDE or Pyto IDE have ads?

Neither Python3IDE nor Pyto IDE shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Python3IDE or Pyto IDE?

Python3IDE ships an update every 2 months, and Pyto IDE every 8 days. Most recently, Python3IDE was updated on September 24, 2026 and Pyto IDE on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Python3IDE or Pyto IDE?

Python3IDE currently peaks at #194 in the App Store charts, and Pyto IDE at #43. 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.*