Comparison

Code App vs Love2D Game Maker

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

Head to head
About

Code App

This app offers a desktop-class code editing experience on iPadOS. It includes built-in runtimes for popular languages like Node.js, Python, and Java, along with advanced features such as autocompletion and Git integration.

Highlights
  • Desktop-class code editor
  • Built-in Node.js, Python, C, C++, PHP, Java runtimes
  • Autocompletion and language features
  • Local file system support
  • SSH/FTP remote connection
  • Embedded terminal
  • Git version control
Features
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Code App is a MIT-licensed desktop-class code editor for iPadOS with built-in Node.js, Python, C, C++, PHP and Java runtime. We built it because there is nothing else on the App Store provides all these features in one app: * A robust, high-performance text editor (Monaco Editor from Visual Studio Code) * Autocomplete, static code analysis and other language features for Python & Java * First class local file system support * Extensive local language support * SSH / FTP remote connection support (Files and terminal) * Embedded emulated terminal * Git Version Control * Package manager support (pip and npm) * Markdown, themes, server-side snippet execution and more Read Code App's documentation: code.thebaselab.com See the project's source code, roadmap, discussion on GitHub: github.com/thebaselab/codeapp Send us an email: support@thebaselab.com Privacy Policy: thebaselab.com/privacypolicies Terms of Use (EULA): www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Love2D Game Maker

Create 2D games on your mobile device using the Love2D framework. Features a powerful code editor, virtual joystick, and asset management. Learn from open-source games and share your creations.

Highlights
  • Love2D framework integration
  • Advanced Lua code editor
  • Virtual joystick support
  • Asset management and import
  • Cross-platform export
  • Learning resources with open-source games
Features
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Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of game development with Love2D Game Maker – the ultimate app for creating 2D games on iOS! Love2D Game Maker harnesses the power of Love2D, a popular game development framework, to bring you an intuitive and versatile game creation experience right on your phone or pad. ***Difference between this app with Love2D Studio, and the official app (currently unavailable on App Store and other store)?*** Love2D Game Maker integrates a modified version of the Love2D framework to support windowed mode on both iOS and other mobile platforms. ◉The official Love2D for iOS and other mobile platform only supports fullscreen mode. When running Love2D games designed for Mac, PC, Linux, Steam Deck, Switch, or other game consoles, they are typically optimized for resolutions like 1440x900, 1024x768, or 800x600—standard desktop monitor sizes. These resolutions are not mobile-friendly. On mobile devices, the game graphics are scaled to match the screen size, often distorting the aspect ratio. To address this, I modified the Love2D framework to support any resolution while preserving the aspect ratio. For instance, if your game is designed to run at 1920x1080, Love2D Game Maker creates a window with that resolution, scales it to fit the mobile screen, and ensures the aspect ratio is maintained. Additionally, it supports dragging the game window (like on Mac, PC, or Linux) and landscape mode to maximize the use of the mobile screen. ◉ Virtual Joystick(Gamepad) ◉ Powerful Code Editor: Love2D Game Maker includes an advanced code editor, allowing you to write or modify the Lua source code for your games. ◉ Learning Resources: Love2D Game Maker provides access to many open-source games, making it an excellent resource for learning and experimentation. Key Features: Love2D Framework: Built on the Love2D framework, Love2D Game Maker offers a familiar and robust environment for developing 2D games. Take advantage of Love2D's extensive features and libraries to bring your game ideas to life. Feature-Rich Editor: Explore a feature-rich editor designed to streamline your game development process. From creating sprites and animations to scripting game mechanics with Lua, Love2D Game Maker provides all the tools you need to build captivating games. Lua Scripting: Dive into Lua scripting to create dynamic and interactive gameplay experiences. With Love2D Game Maker's Lua support, you have full control over your game's behavior and can unleash your creativity without limitations. Asset Management: Import your own assets or choose from a vast library of sprites, animations, sound effects, and more. Customize every aspect of your game's visuals and audio to match your creative vision. Cross-Platform Compatibility: Export your games to multiple platforms, Share your creations with friends or publish them to app stores worldwide with ease. Active Community: Join a thriving community of Love2D enthusiasts, share your projects, and collaborate with fellow developers. Get inspired by exploring projects created by others and receive valuable feedback on your own creations. Comprehensive Documentation: Access comprehensive documentation and resources to guide you through every step of the game development process. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, Love2D Game Maker has you covered. Regular Updates: We're dedicated to enhancing Love2D Game Maker based on your feedback and suggestions. Expect regular updates with new features, optimizations, and improvements to enhance your game development experience. Contact Us: Have questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you! Contact our support team! Website: https://www.iamadman.com Email: amadman380743909@gmail.com Twitter: @andy38074 Reddit: u/iamadmancom Ready to turn your game ideas into reality? Download Love2D Game Maker now and start creating your masterpiece today!

Screenshots

Code App2 screens
Love2D Game Maker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Code App at none against Love2D Game Maker's 1. Code App also leads on price ($6.99 vs $12.99) and ratings volume (301 vs 3). Love2D Game Maker's advantage is rating (4.3 vs 4.0) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On update cadence, ads and device support 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

Code App costs $6.99 and Love2D Game Maker $12.99 up front. Love2D Game Maker sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Code App asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Love2D Game Maker holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code App has 301 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 64% of Code App's written reviews are positive against 50% of Love2D Game Maker's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Code App ships an update monthly, Love2D Game Maker every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Code App versus Love2D Game Maker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCode AppLove2D Game Maker
Price$6.99 — better$12.99
Rating4.0 (301 ratings)4.3 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews63.9% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings301 — better3
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
Best chart rank#31 — better#169
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size963 MB140 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerthebaselab Ltd盼军 崔

Customer experience

Code App

All ratings301 ratings
Positive73.4%
Neutral8.3%
Negative18.3%
Written reviews349 reviews
Positive63.9%
Neutral12.3%
Negative23.8%

Love2D Game Maker

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Code App

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Love2D Game Maker

One-time1
  • Buy me a coffee$2.99

Questions

Is Code App free?
Code App costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Love2D Game Maker free?
Love2D Game Maker costs $12.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Code App or Love2D Game Maker?
Love2D Game Maker is rated higher. Code App averages 4.0 out of 5 from 301 ratings, while Love2D Game Maker averages 4.3 from 3 ratings.
Do Code App or Love2D Game Maker have ads?
Neither Code App nor Love2D Game Maker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Code App or Love2D Game Maker?
Code App ships an update monthly, and Love2D Game Maker every 2 weeks. Most recently, Code App was updated on October 11, 2026 and Love2D Game Maker on October 3, 2026.
Which is more popular, Code App or Love2D Game Maker?
Code App currently peaks at #31 in the App Store charts, and Love2D Game Maker at #169. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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