# Code vs Python Editor App

Code and Python Editor App both sit at 3.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 74% of Code's written reviews are positive against 20% of Python Editor App's. Python Editor App's advantage is price (Free vs $3.99) and ratings volume (6.5K vs 14). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Python Editor App is free to download; Code costs $3.99 up front. Code sells 3 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 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Python Editor App has 6.5K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 74% of Code'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.

Code ships an update every 6 weeks, Python Editor App every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Code | Python Editor App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-compile-and-run-program/id1515506950/reviews) | **[4.1 (6.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-editor-app/id1672453872/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **6.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **73.9% of reviews** | 19.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Freemium** |
| Best chart rank | #102 | **#19** |
| Size | 24 MB | 403 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Arjun Komath](https://appshunter.io/developer/1388042509) | [Andromeda Corp LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745089768) |

## What reviewers say

### Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-compile-and-run-program/id1515506950)

**Currently charting:** #102 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app provides a unified environment for coding, compiling, and executing programs directly on your iOS device. It supports numerous programming languages and offers real-time cloud synchronization for seamless workflow across devices. Customize your workspace for a personalized coding experience.

**Highlights:** Unified development environment, Supports over 15 programming languages, Code, compile, and execute programs, Real-time cloud sync, Customizable workspace themes and keyboard modes, No setup or configuration required

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1,000 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5,000 Credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |


### Python Editor App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-editor-app/id1672453872)

**Currently charting:** #19 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #109 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 Code free?

Code costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Python Editor App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Code or Python Editor App?

Python Editor App is rated higher. Code averages 3.9 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Python Editor App averages 4.1 from 6.5K ratings.

### Do Code or Python Editor App have ads?

Neither Code nor Python Editor App shows ads.

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

Code ships an update every 6 weeks, and Python Editor App every 5 weeks. Most recently, Code was updated on September 22, 2026 and Python Editor App on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Code or Python Editor App?

Code currently peaks at #102 in the App Store charts, and Python Editor App at #19. 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.*