Comparison

Python3IDE vs Python3 Charm

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

Python3 Charm

This app allows you to develop and run Python 3 code on your mobile device. It includes a basic Python environment, code highlighting, and support for PyPI modules. Learn machine learning, deep learning, and data science with built-in courses.

Highlights
  • Python 3 execution on mobile
  • Code highlighting
  • PyPI module support with pip
  • Machine learning & deep learning courses
  • Console output and input
  • Customizable themes and font size
Features
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Python3 Charm is a software development tool that supports and runs Python3 on mobile devices, with built-in integration of Python basic environment. Professional mobile phone programming development software. Rich in programming foundation, machine learning, deep learning, data science and other courses. Function introduction: Code highlight, more intuitive Support split screen display in horizontal screen mode Console output and input, support the output of specific error stack information Theme and font size settings, moving cursor, easy to read, easy to operate Support PyPI module, built-in integrated pip function ------------------------------------------------ Python3 Charm Advanced Version: 【Unlimited code runs】 【Unlimited use of PyPI function】 【Unlimited use of modules】 【Support custom theme setting】 【Continuous access to more advanced functions】 Support free trial for 3 days. After the trial period, this subscription will be renewed automatically for $[4.49]/month unless you actively close or cancel the subscription. You will be charged in your local currency at the prevailing exchange rate as defined by iTunes .The account will confirm and charge you for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Payment will be deducted from iTunes account upon confirmation of subscription. You can cancel your subscription at any time. You can cancel it at least 24 hours before the trial period or the end of the subscription period to avoid deduction. Any unused part of the trial period after payment will be discarded. After purchase, you can go to the AppStore account settings to manage or cancel your subscription. Privacy policy: https://phoenixlab.ltd/protocols/en/PrivacyStatement.html Terms of Use: https://phoenixlab.ltd/protocols/en/TermsOfUse.html

Screenshots

Python3IDE4 screens
Python3 Charm4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Python3 Charm at 4.4 against Python3IDE's 3.2. Python3 Charm also leads on review sentiment (52% vs 33%) and ratings volume (303 vs 24). Python3IDE's advantage is chart position (#189 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 Python3 Charm sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Python3 Charm holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Python3 Charm has 303 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 52% of Python3 Charm's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Python3IDE versus Python3 Charm: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPython3IDEPython3 Charm
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (24 ratings)4.4 (303 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews52.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings24303 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#189 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1.6 GB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer辉 马Phoenix Lab Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Python3IDE

All ratings24 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative41.7%
Written reviews610 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral13.0%
Negative53.8%

Python3 Charm

All ratings303 ratings
Positive86.1%
Neutral2.3%
Negative11.6%
Written reviews69 reviews
Positive52.2%
Neutral1.4%
Negative46.4%

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

Python3 Charm

From 303 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Good for learning Python
  • 👍 Great code editor
  • 👍 Suitable for programmers switching to Python
  • 👍 Perfect
  • 👍 Very good app

Room to improve

  • 💰 Requires payment for full use
  • 💰 Limited free usage
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 💰 Money grab
  • 💰 Useless without premium

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

Python3 Charm

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Cannot download many libraries
  • Syntax highlighting issues
  • App crashes on startup
  • Numpy library not working
  • Cannot share code to other sites

Requested features

5 requests
  • Import/export local files
  • Add more free features
  • More libraries available
  • Explanation/tutorial for complex app
  • API or source code library for Python

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

Python3 Charm

Subscriptions1
  • Python3 Charm Advanced Version3 Days trial$4.491 Month

Questions

Is Python3IDE free?
Python3IDE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Python3 Charm free?
Python3 Charm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Python3IDE or Python3 Charm?
Python3 Charm is rated higher. Python3IDE averages 3.2 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Python3 Charm averages 4.4 from 303 ratings.
Do Python3IDE or Python3 Charm have ads?
Neither Python3IDE nor Python3 Charm shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Python3IDE or Python3 Charm?
Python3IDE ships an update every 2 months, and Python3 Charm every 2 months. Most recently, Python3IDE was updated on September 24, 2026 and Python3 Charm on September 23, 2026.

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