# Python3IDE vs Python Editor App

The clearest difference is rating: Python Editor App at 4.1 against Python3IDE's 3.2. Python Editor App also leads on ratings volume (6.5K vs 24) and chart position (#17 vs #189). Python3IDE's advantage is review sentiment (33% vs 20%). On price, update cadence, 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 Python Editor App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Python Editor App holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Python Editor App has 6.5K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of Python3IDE's written reviews are positive against 20% of Python Editor App's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Python3IDE ships an update every 2 months, Python Editor App every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Python3IDE | Python Editor App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python3ide/id1357215444/reviews) | **[4.1 (6.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-editor-app/id1672453872/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **6.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **33.3% of reviews** | 19.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | #189 | **#17** |
| Size | 1.6 GB | 403 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [辉 马](https://appshunter.io/developer/959342857) | [Andromeda Corp LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745089768) |

## What reviewers say

### Python3IDE

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

**Currently charting:** #189 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


### Python Editor App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-editor-app/id1672453872)

**Currently charting:** #17 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #100 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Code and run Python 3 scripts directly on your iOS device with a feature-rich editor. Enjoy syntax highlighting, auto-indentation, code completion, and AI-powered code assistance. Optimize your workflow with multi-window support and background script execution.

**Highlights:** Create, edit, and run Python 3 scripts, Syntax highlighting, auto-indentation, code completion, AI-powered code assistant, Multi-window support, Background script execution, Reusable code snippets

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Code Premium Pro W | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Py Editor Pro | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Code Premium | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Great mobile Python IDE
- 📚 Helpful built-in learning resources
- 👍 Simple and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Aggressive paywall/subscription model
- 🔒 No free trial or limited functionality
- 🙅‍♀️ Inability to close subscription popup
- 🚫 Unusable without paid subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch for some users
- Typing issues and keyboard problems
- Inability to run certain file types

**Requested features**

- Add support for third-party modules
- Improve cursor control and editing capabilities
- Provide option to disable review prompts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Python3IDE free?

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

### Is Python Editor App free?

Python Editor App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Python3IDE or Python Editor App?

Python Editor App is rated higher. Python3IDE averages 3.2 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Python Editor App averages 4.1 from 6.5K ratings.

### Do Python3IDE or Python Editor App have ads?

Neither Python3IDE nor Python Editor App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Python3IDE or Python Editor App?

Python3IDE ships an update every 2 months, and Python Editor App every 5 weeks. Most recently, Python3IDE was updated on September 24, 2026 and Python Editor App on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Python3IDE or Python Editor App?

Python3IDE currently peaks at #189 in the App Store charts, and Python Editor App at #17. 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.*