Comparison

Split Screen vs Visual Code

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

Head to head
About

Split Screen

Browse two websites at once without switching tabs. This app lets you multitask by splitting your screen to view different content simultaneously, like shopping and watching videos or checking email while reading news.

Highlights
  • Browse two websites simultaneously
  • Bookmark favorite websites
  • Record browsing history
  • Support landscape mode
  • View related content while shopping
Features
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Split Screen allows you to two web pages simultaneously, no need to switch between tabs. Split your screen, you could browse your favourite social network and watch funny videos at the same time. Scenes - Watch the related shopping evaluation video while browsing amazon - Check the latest mail while reading news - Browse multiple web pages at the same time Features - Browse the website in two different windows at the same time - Bookmark your favorite websites - Record website browsing history - Support landscape mode

About

Visual Code

This app transforms your iPhone and iPad into a powerful coding environment. Write, debug, and run code for numerous languages with a sleek interface and integrated terminal. Enjoy a desktop-like IDE experience on the go, optimized for the latest iOS and iPadOS features.

Highlights
  • Write, debug, and run code
  • Multi-language support
  • Integrated terminal
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Customizable themes
  • Optimized for iOS/iPadOS
Features
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Visual Code transforms your iPhone and iPad into a complete development environment. Built with performance, portability, and flexibility in mind, it allows you to write, debug, and run code wherever you are. Whether you’re a student, hobbyist, or professional developer, Visual Code gives you the power of a desktop IDE in a mobile-first design. Powerful and Intuitive Visual Code features a sleek, modern interface optimized for productivity. With syntax highlighting, intelligent formatting, and customizable themes, you can focus on what matters most: writing clean, efficient code. Multi-Language Support Work in the language of your choice without switching apps. Visual Code supports a wide range of popular programming languages, including: Python, JavaScript, C, C++, PHP, Java, Swift, HTML, CSS, Golang, Rust, Ruby, Objective-C, Perl, and Lua. Built-In Terminal Run commands directly inside the app with the integrated terminal. Manage projects, test scripts, and control workflows seamlessly without ever leaving Visual Code. Optimized for iOS 26 and iPadOS - Liquid Gas Design: Smooth, futuristic UI tailored to the latest iOS standards. - Deep iPad Integration: Take advantage of multi-window support, multitasking, and full external keyboard compatibility. - Keyboard Shortcuts: Streamline your workflow with shortcut support for iPad keyboards, making coding even faster. Why Choose Visual Code? - Work on the go with an all-in-one coding environment. - Enjoy a familiar desktop-like experience with mobile convenience. - Build, test, and refine projects without compromise. Disclaimer Visual Code is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected to Microsoft Corporation. It is also not related to, nor a part of, Microsoft Visual Studio. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ------- Visual Code Pro is an auto renewable subscription: - Edit Files - AI integrations - Themes ------- Price may vary by location and active promotion. Subscriptions will be charged to your credit card through your iTunes account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscriptions in Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial peri​od, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. ------- Privacy Policy: https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/95401147 Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

Split Screen4 screens
Visual Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Split Screen at 82% against Visual Code's 14%. Split Screen also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.4). Visual Code's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 12 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Split Screen sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Visual Code sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Split Screen holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4.6K and 3.6K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of Split Screen's written reviews are positive against 14% of Visual Code's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Split Screen ships an update every 12 months, Visual Code monthly. Both last shipped on October 6, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Split Screen versus Visual Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSplit ScreenVisual Code
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (4.6K ratings) — better4.3 (3.6K ratings)
Positive reviews82.2% of reviews — better14.2% of reviews
Number of ratings4.6K — better3.6K
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB168 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer苑栏 钟Start App Ltd

Customer experience

Split Screen

All ratings4,571 ratings
Positive88.7%
Neutral2.7%
Negative8.6%
Written reviews427 reviews
Positive82.2%
Neutral2.3%
Negative15.5%

Visual Code

All ratings3,596 ratings
Positive81.7%
Neutral3.0%
Negative15.3%
Written reviews330 reviews
Positive14.2%
Neutral3.9%
Negative81.8%

User reviews

Split Screen

From 4.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Helpful for multitasking
  • 💡 Useful split-screen functionality
  • 👍 Works well for research and productivity

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🔒 Concerns about privacy and security
  • 👎 Forced 5-star rating to use full functionality

Visual Code

From 3.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Efficient and simple to use
  • 👍 User-friendly and easy to navigate
  • 🔥 Great for mobile coding

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Paywall blocks free usage
  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🤔 Misleading as 'free' app

Bugs and requests

Split Screen

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Incompatibility issues with older devices
  • Freezing or crashing on the login screen
  • Inability to remove pre-set pinned web pages

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for more apps, not just web browsers
  • Implement a dark mode option
  • Improve the user interface and navigation
  • Add a back button for better browsing experience

Visual Code

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Keyboard issues and disappearing UI
  • Inconsistent behavior when opening files
  • Syncing and file management problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for C#
  • Improve text selection and editing
  • Implement file/folder management
  • Provide a true free version

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Split Screen

One-time1
  • Remove ads$2.99
3 purchases

Visual Code

Subscriptions3
  • Visual Code Pro$2.997 Days
  • VisualCodePro3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Code Pro$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Split Screen free?
Split Screen is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Visual Code free?
Visual Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Split Screen or Visual Code?
Split Screen is rated higher. Split Screen averages 4.6 out of 5 from 4.6K ratings, while Visual Code averages 4.3 from 3.6K ratings.
Do Split Screen or Visual Code have ads?
Split Screen shows ads; Visual Code does not.
Which is updated more often, Split Screen or Visual Code?
Split Screen ships an update every 12 months, and Visual Code monthly. Most recently, Split Screen was updated on October 6, 2026 and Visual Code on October 6, 2026.

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