# CodeSnack IDE vs Scriptable

The clearest difference is update cadence: Scriptable at every 4 days against CodeSnack IDE's every 3 weeks. Scriptable also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and chart position (#16 vs #121). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CodeSnack IDE sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Scriptable sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scriptable holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.5K and 3.8K respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 68% and 69% positive.

CodeSnack IDE ships an update every 3 weeks, Scriptable every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CodeSnack IDE | Scriptable |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codesnack-ide/id1397424959/reviews) | **[4.7 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scriptable/id1405459188/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.5K | **3.8K** |
| Positive reviews | 68.5% of reviews | **69.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #121 | **#16** |
| Size | 56 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Mobibean, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1142567045) | [Simon B. Støvring](https://appshunter.io/developer/423532907) |

## What reviewers say

### CodeSnack IDE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codesnack-ide/id1397424959)

**Currently charting:** #121 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #153 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This mobile IDE allows you to write, run, and deploy code on your device. It offers AI-powered features for project creation, bug fixing, and code explanation, supporting 18 programming languages and various project templates.

**Highlights:** AI-generated project creation, Smart bug detection and fixes, Code explanation and Q&A, Write and run code like on PC/Mac, Develop web and mobile apps, Install dependencies via Linux terminal, Supports 18 programming languages

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro (monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| Core | $4.99 | per month |
| Advanced | $15.99 | per month |
| Ultimate | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium (6 months) | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| Pro (annual, introductory) | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium (annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| Pro (annual limited offer) | $39.99 | per year |
| Core | $44.99 | per year |
| Pro (annual) | $49.99 | per year |
| Advanced | $143.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent IDE for mobile
- 🚀 Smooth and fast performance
- 💡 Supports multiple programming languages
- 👍 Great for beginners and quick coding
- 👍 Organized and user-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Limited functionality without subscription
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🔒 Aggressive monetization tactics
- 🐛 Inconsistent library and file management

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to paste into terminal
- Screens randomly darkening
- Incompatibility issues with certain devices and OS versions
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps

**Requested features**

- Add support for more programming languages
- Improve offline functionality and local file storage
- Implement better version control and GitHub integration
- Allow more customization options for themes and settings
- Enhance terminal and console functionality


### Scriptable

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scriptable/id1405459188)

**Currently charting:** #16 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Automate tasks on your device by writing custom scripts in JavaScript. Integrate with native iOS features like files, calendars, and reminders. Create personalized widgets for your Home Screen and interact with Siri.

**Highlights:** Write and run JavaScript, Create custom widgets, Siri Shortcuts integration, Access native iOS features, Schedule notifications, File management, Script gallery

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing usage of Application Programming Interface (API)
- 🚀 Scriptable + AI lets create micro apps
- 👍 Whoah, Wow, Nice
- 👍 Awesome app, Helpful app
- 🚀 Unrivaled Functionality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Force closes, Crashes immediately, Cannot Use - Always Crashes
- 🐛 Scripts don't work, Stopped working, Self Deleting
- 🐛 Incompatible with iOS 18, Widgets become white, Doesn't work on iOS 17.4
- 🐛 Bugs, So many bugs, Kept freezing
- 🐛 Default access to iCloud, Misspelled word, Selecting text is difficult

**Reported bugs**

- Scripts say need '(' at end when already there
- Reminders scheduling crashes when changing date/time
- Reminders Due Today has variable scope issues
- setInterval is not set
- Accessing Contacts and ContactsContainer causes blank widget

**Requested features**

- Add HTML support
- Add Apple Watch support
- Improve documentation with examples
- Add ability to access files from other apps
- Add ability to require other scripts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CodeSnack IDE free?

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

### Is Scriptable free?

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

### Which has better reviews, CodeSnack IDE or Scriptable?

Scriptable is rated higher. CodeSnack IDE averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Scriptable averages 4.7 from 3.8K ratings.

### Do CodeSnack IDE or Scriptable have ads?

Neither CodeSnack IDE nor Scriptable shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CodeSnack IDE or Scriptable?

CodeSnack IDE ships an update every 3 weeks, and Scriptable every 4 days. Most recently, CodeSnack IDE was updated on September 24, 2026 and Scriptable on September 22, 2026.

### Which is more popular, CodeSnack IDE or Scriptable?

CodeSnack IDE currently peaks at #121 in the App Store charts, and Scriptable at #16. 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.*