Comparison

C++ IDE Fresh Edition vs C++ Shell

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

Head to head
About

C++ IDE Fresh Edition

This application aids in learning C/C++ programming with highlighted grammar and runnable code examples. It integrates learning, coding, compiling, and sharing functionalities for an efficient and user-friendly experience.

Highlights
  • Grammar highlighting
  • Runnable code examples
  • Integrated compiler
  • Code sharing
  • Learning materials
Features
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* * * * * Grammar highlights the learning materials to make learning easier. * * * * * Directly run code examples make it easier for you to test. * * * * * Rich and practical functions make it easier for you to use. This is our C/C++ learning application. Set learning, coding, compiling, sharing code in one. Efficient learning, happy test, easy operation. Everything is in the mastery... Come and try it!!!!!!!

About

C++ Shell

Compile and run C++ code directly on your mobile device. This app provides a command-line environment with support for basic Linux commands, Python, and Lua. It features code highlighting, split-screen display, and customizable themes for an enhanced coding experience.

Highlights
  • C++ code compilation and execution
  • Linux command-line interface
  • Integrated Python and Lua
  • Code highlighting
  • Split-screen display
  • Customizable themes and fonts
Features
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A software development tool for compiling and running C++ on mobile devices, with built-in basic environment integrating Python and Lua. Support the execution of Linux basic commands on the console. The implementation principle adopts the compilation mode of llvm and clang. https://github.com/phoenixlabcn/llvm-project Function introduction: The code is highlighted, which is more intuitive Split screen display is supported in horizontal screen mode Console output and input, supporting the output of specific error stack information Theme and font size setting, moving cursor, convenient reading and simple operation Supported Linux commands include: ls,lli,ifconfig,ping,readlink,chmod,clang,telnet,host,du,link,dig,egrep,bc,date,gzip,nslookup,python2,fgrep,mv,md5,say,luac,ssh-keygen,xargs,diff,cd,tee,chksum,lua,touch,dc,tar,chflags,rm,sort,uniq,awk,printenv,chgrp,find,mkdir,tail,df,pwd,opt,chown,gunzip,compress,llvm-link,nc,uptime,sed,setenv,stat,uname,sum,head,wc,cat,echo,unsetenv,unlink,rmdir,uncompress,curl,ln,cp,whoami,rlogin,tr,env,whois,python,grep,nm,clear,sh,exit,open,python3 ------------------------------------------------ C++ Shell Month Unlock 【Unlimited code runs】 【Unlimited use of console】 【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

C++ IDE Fresh Edition4 screens
C++ Shell4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: C++ IDE Fresh Edition at free with in-app purchases against C++ Shell's subscription. C++ IDE Fresh Edition also leads on review sentiment (91% vs 58%) and rating (4.5 vs 4.2). C++ Shell's advantage is ratings volume (224 vs 63) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). 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. C++ IDE Fresh Edition sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and C++ Shell 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

C++ IDE Fresh Edition holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 63 and 224 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of C++ IDE Fresh Edition's written reviews are positive against 58% of C++ Shell's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
C++ IDE Fresh Edition versus C++ Shell: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterC++ IDE Fresh EditionC++ Shell
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (63 ratings) — better4.2 (224 ratings)
Positive reviews90.6% of reviews — better57.9% of reviews
Number of ratings63224 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB153 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer小文 黄Phoenix Lab Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

C++ IDE Fresh Edition

All ratings63 ratings
Positive92.1%
Neutral3.2%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive90.6%
Neutral5.7%
Negative3.8%

C++ Shell

All ratings224 ratings
Positive79.9%
Neutral4.5%
Negative15.6%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive57.9%
Neutral13.2%
Negative28.9%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

C++ IDE Fresh Edition

One-time1
  • Convenient functions$2.99
1 purchases

C++ Shell

Subscriptions1
  • C++ Shell Advanced Version3 Days trial$4.491 Month

Questions

Is C++ IDE Fresh Edition free?
C++ IDE Fresh Edition is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is C++ Shell free?
C++ Shell is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, C++ IDE Fresh Edition or C++ Shell?
C++ IDE Fresh Edition is rated higher. C++ IDE Fresh Edition averages 4.5 out of 5 from 63 ratings, while C++ Shell averages 4.2 from 224 ratings.
Do C++ IDE Fresh Edition or C++ Shell have ads?
Neither C++ IDE Fresh Edition nor C++ Shell shows ads.
Which is updated more often, C++ IDE Fresh Edition or C++ Shell?
C++ IDE Fresh Edition ships an update every 3 months, and C++ Shell every 3 months. Most recently, C++ IDE Fresh Edition was updated on September 22, 2026 and C++ Shell on September 21, 2026.

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