# Python3IDE vs CSDN

The clearest difference is rating: CSDN at 4.7 against Python3IDE's 3.2. CSDN also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (1.7K vs 24). Python3IDE's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Python3IDE sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and CSDN sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CSDN holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CSDN has 1.7K 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 45% of CSDN's.

Python3IDE ships an update every 2 months, CSDN weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Python3IDE | CSDN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python3ide/id1357215444/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/csdn/id1437086352/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **1.7K** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **45.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #193 | **#131** |
| Size | 1.6 GB | 180 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [辉 马](https://appshunter.io/developer/959342857) | [CSDN Network Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1518701308) |

## What reviewers say

### Python3IDE

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

**Currently charting:** #193 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


### CSDN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/csdn/id1437086352)

**Currently charting:** #131 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app is a professional technical platform for developers, offering a vast collection of code resources, training courses, expert Q&A, and the latest industry news. It aims to solve programming challenges and provide reliable answers for all technical queries.

**Highlights:** Extensive code resources, Professional training courses, One-on-one expert Q&A, Latest industry news, Programming learning platform, Technical Q&A

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP连续包月 | $12.99 | per month |
| OpenClaw体验包 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 30元储值币 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 50元储值币 | $6.99 | one-time |
| 68元储值币 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 100元储值币 | $14.99 | one-time |
| CSDN VIP 月卡 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 128元储值币 | $19.99 | one-time |
| C知道360天权益卡 | $22.99 | one-time |
| 200元储值币 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 268元储值币 | $39.99 | one-time |
| CSDN VIP 年卡 | $39.99 | one-time |
| 328元储值币 | $49.99 | one-time |
| CSDN 超级VIP年卡 | $59.99 | one-time |
| CSDN VIP两年卡 | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Suggested feature: Auto-reading mode
- 💡 Suggested feature: Double-tap to like articles
- 🚀 Resource-rich platform for programmers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🚫 Excessive ads and paywalls
- 🚫 Difficult to use without downloading the app
- 🚫 Lack of international phone number support for registration

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to load full articles on mobile web
- App not working on older iOS versions
- Frequent network connection issues

**Requested features**

- Add English version
- Implement iPad landscape mode with multi-window support
- Introduce more international phone number verification options
- Improve search functionality and article discovery
- Implement automatic night mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Python3IDE free?

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

### Is CSDN free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Python3IDE or CSDN?

CSDN is rated higher. Python3IDE averages 3.2 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while CSDN averages 4.7 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Python3IDE or CSDN have ads?

CSDN shows ads; Python3IDE does not.

### Which is updated more often, Python3IDE or CSDN?

Python3IDE ships an update every 2 months, and CSDN weekly. Most recently, Python3IDE was updated on September 27, 2026 and CSDN on September 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Python3IDE or CSDN?

Python3IDE currently peaks at #193 in the App Store charts, and CSDN at #131. 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.*