# Pyto IDE vs Python Editor App

The clearest difference is rating: Python Editor App at 4.1 against Pyto IDE's 3.7. Python Editor App also leads on ratings volume (6.5K vs 995). Pyto IDE's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 5 weeks) and review sentiment (35% vs 20%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pyto IDE sells 4 one-off in-app purchases 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 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Python Editor App has 6.5K ratings behind it against 995, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 35% of Pyto IDE'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.

Pyto IDE ships an update every 8 days, Python Editor App every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pyto IDE | Python Editor App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (995 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyto-ide/id1436650069/reviews) | **[4.1 (6.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-editor-app/id1672453872/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 995 | **6.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **35.3% of reviews** | 19.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | #45 | **#17** |
| Size | 922 MB | 403 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Develobile S.p.A.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1212021727) | [Andromeda Corp LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745089768) |

## What reviewers say

### Pyto IDE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyto-ide/id1436650069)

**Currently charting:** #45 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #49 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app offers a powerful integrated development environment for Python, C, and C++ on iOS devices. It includes a Python interpreter with extensive libraries, a C/C++ compiler, a terminal, and a code editor with advanced features like code completion and debugging.

**Highlights:** Python 3.10 Interpreter, C/C++ Compiler, Code Editor with Completion, Terminal with UNIX Commands, Graphical Interface Builder, Debugging Support, Shortcuts and Picture in Picture

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3-day Trial | Free | one-time |
| Upgrade to Full Version | $6.99 | one-time |
| Lite Version | $7.99 | one-time |
| Full Version | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app for Python development on iOS
- 👍 Supports many Python libraries like Pandas, NumPy
- 💡 Integrates well with Shortcuts and Apple Watch
- 👍 Paid version offers good value

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 👎 Confusing user interface and poor documentation
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription/trial
- 💰 Paid-only access to core functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to run scripts after a few executions
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps
- Paywall issues - app asking to repurchase after prior purchase

**Requested features**

- Improved code editor with better keyboard support
- Ability to read/write external files (CSV, TXT, etc.)
- Support for more Python libraries like Selenium, Tensorflow
- Longer trial period for new users


### 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 Pyto IDE free?

Pyto IDE 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, Pyto IDE or Python Editor App?

Python Editor App is rated higher. Pyto IDE averages 3.7 out of 5 from 995 ratings, while Python Editor App averages 4.1 from 6.5K ratings.

### Do Pyto IDE or Python Editor App have ads?

Neither Pyto IDE nor Python Editor App shows ads.

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

Pyto IDE ships an update every 8 days, and Python Editor App every 5 weeks. Most recently, Pyto IDE was updated on September 24, 2026 and Python Editor App on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Pyto IDE or Python Editor App?

Pyto IDE currently peaks at #45 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.*