Comparison

Python3IDE vs Multi Compiler

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

Head to head
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

Multi Compiler

This application allows users to write and execute code in various programming languages. It supports multiple languages, making it a versatile tool for developers and students learning to code. The app provides a platform to test and run code snippets directly on your device.

Highlights
  • Supports multiple coding languages
  • Code execution on device
  • Versatile for learning and testing
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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Support multiple coding languages

Screenshots

Python3IDE4 screens
Multi Compiler3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Python3IDE at 3.2 against Multi Compiler's 1.0. Python3IDE also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (33% vs 0%). Multi Compiler's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, 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 Multi Compiler sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Python3IDE holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Python3IDE has 24 ratings behind it against 1, 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 0% of Multi Compiler's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Python3IDE ships an update every 2 months, Multi Compiler every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Python3IDE versus Multi Compiler: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPython3IDEMulti Compiler
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (24 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews33.4% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings24 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#128 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1.6 GB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer辉 马Wai Yin Chan

Customer experience

Python3IDE

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

Multi Compiler

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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

Multi Compiler

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
1 purchases

Multi Compiler

One-time1
  • Unlock languages$0.99

Questions

Is Python3IDE free?
Python3IDE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Multi Compiler free?
Multi Compiler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Python3IDE or Multi Compiler?
Python3IDE is rated higher. Python3IDE averages 3.2 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Multi Compiler averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Python3IDE or Multi Compiler have ads?
Multi Compiler shows ads; Python3IDE does not.
Which is updated more often, Python3IDE or Multi Compiler?
Python3IDE ships an update every 2 months, and Multi Compiler every 3 months. Most recently, Python3IDE was updated on October 1, 2026 and Multi Compiler on September 22, 2026.

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