# 力扣 LeetCode vs Code Editor

The clearest difference is rating: 力扣 LeetCode at 4.9 against Code Editor's 3.2. 力扣 LeetCode also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (42K vs 43). Code Editor's advantage is chart position (#101 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 力扣 LeetCode sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Code Editor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

力扣 LeetCode holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 力扣 LeetCode has 42K ratings behind it against 43, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of 力扣 LeetCode's written reviews are positive against 54% of Code Editor's.

力扣 LeetCode ships an update fortnightly, Code Editor every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 力扣 LeetCode | Code Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (42K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leetcode/id1470936215/reviews)** | [3.2 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-editor-compiler-and-ide/id1581290510/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **42K** | 43 |
| Positive reviews | **55.6% of reviews** | 53.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#101** |
| Size | 155 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [领扣网络](https://appshunter.io/developer/1470936214) | [Rhythm Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581290512) |

## What reviewers say

### 力扣 LeetCode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leetcode/id1470936215)

This app offers a mobile platform for coding practice, featuring a vast question bank, community discussions, and interview preparation resources. It allows users to write and run code directly on their devices, enhancing their technical skills and career prospects.

**Highlights:** Mobile code editor with real-time judging, Extensive question bank including interview questions, Community forum for technical discussions and Q&A, Interview experience sharing and career advice, Algorithm and data structure learning, Premium features for enhanced practice

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 365 天 | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Smooth performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 No English language option
- 🔒 Issues with US account login
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💻 Compatibility problems on certain devices

**Reported bugs**

- No English language option
- Issues with US account login
- Freezing on login screen
- Incompatibility with older devices

**Requested features**

- Add English language support
- Improve login process for US accounts
- Fix reported bugs and stability issues
- Enhance cross-device compatibility


### Code Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-editor-compiler-and-ide/id1581290510)

**Currently charting:** #101 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app is a powerful mobile code editor and compiler designed for programmers. It offers syntax highlighting for numerous languages, code assistance, and the ability to compile and run code directly on your device. Access files from cloud storage and version control systems, with customizable themes and extensive editing features.

**Highlights:** Syntax highlighting for 110+ languages, Online compiler for 30+ languages, Code assist and auto-completion, Multi-tab navigation, Unlimited undo/redo, Cloud file access (FTP, WebDAV, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive), GitHub/GitLab integration

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads (Forever) | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for coding on the go
- 👍 Supports many languages
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 Good for learning and quick edits
- 👍 Minimal ads (for some users)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Unskippable, full-screen ads
- 😠 Ads after every file operation
- 😠 Ads interrupt workflow
- 😠 Frequent and intrusive ads
- 😠 Paid version still has ads

**Reported bugs**

- Uninterruptible ads
- Cannot create new files
- Cannot copy files
- Sidebar cannot be reopened after closing
- Cannot save files

**Requested features**

- SFTP protocol connection
- Add a run button
- Error indicator during typing
- Custom keyboard with coding symbols
- Ability to edit visual styles/syntax coloring


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 力扣 LeetCode free?

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

### Is Code Editor free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 力扣 LeetCode or Code Editor?

力扣 LeetCode is rated higher. 力扣 LeetCode averages 4.9 out of 5 from 42K ratings, while Code Editor averages 3.2 from 43 ratings.

### Do 力扣 LeetCode or Code Editor have ads?

Code Editor shows ads; 力扣 LeetCode does not.

### Which is updated more often, 力扣 LeetCode or Code Editor?

力扣 LeetCode ships an update fortnightly, and Code Editor every 5 weeks. Most recently, 力扣 LeetCode was updated on September 25, 2026 and Code Editor on September 23, 2026.

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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.*