Comparison

Rubyist vs ScriptWidget

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

Head to head
About

Rubyist

Execute and automate Ruby scripts directly on your iPhone and iPad. This app utilizes the MRuby VM to run code, integrate with Shortcuts and Siri, and offers a robust editor with syntax highlighting and autocomplete.

Highlights
  • Run Ruby code on device
  • Editor with syntax highlighting
  • Code autocomplete
  • Shortcuts app integration
  • Siri command creation
  • Native alerts and inputs
  • HTTP requests
  • Clipboard access
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Rubyist allows you to run Ruby code on your iPhone and iPad using the MRuby VM. Run code directly in the app or via the Shortcuts app or Siri commands. Features: - Run Ruby code directly on your device - Built-in documentation viewer - Editor with ruby syntax highlighting - Code Autocomplete - Run Ruby directly in Shortcuts - Build your own Siri commands in Ruby. - Display native alerts and inputs using exclusive APIs - Make http requests from your code. - Write and read your clipboard from code

About

ScriptWidget

Design custom widgets for iOS and macOS using JavaScript and a JSX-style syntax. This tool offers instant previews and multi-platform support without complex setup or external libraries. It's ideal for developers and creators who want to build personalized, lightweight widgets quickly and securely.

Highlights
  • JSX-style scripting
  • Instant preview
  • iOS and macOS support
  • Lightweight and flexible
  • Safe and secure local execution
Features
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ScriptWidget - Create Widgets with JavaScript ScriptWidget makes it easy to build beautiful, custom widgets for iOS and macOS — all with JavaScript and a simple, intuitive JSX-style syntax. Start with a template, then write, preview, and refine your widgets in minutes. # Key Features: - JSX-Style Scripting: Quickly create widgets with familiar JSX-like syntax, making layouts easy and clear. - Instant Preview: See your changes live as you code. - Multi-Platform Support: Build for both iOS and macOS with a single script. - Lightweight and Flexible: No need for heavy frameworks or external libraries. - Safe and Secure: Widgets run locally. Network and AI requests are used only for features you configure or permit. # Who is ScriptWidget for? - Developers who want to customize their home screen. - Creators who love coding lightweight tools. - Anyone looking for a fast and fun way to build personal widgets. Get started today and bring your ideas to life — one script at a time.

Screenshots

Rubyist4 screens
ScriptWidget4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: ScriptWidget at free against Rubyist's free with in-app purchases. Rubyist's advantage is review sentiment (83% vs 70%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Rubyist sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and ScriptWidget sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Rubyist against 4.5 for ScriptWidget. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 96 and 99 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of Rubyist's written reviews are positive against 70% of ScriptWidget's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rubyist ships an update every 3 weeks, ScriptWidget monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Rubyist versus ScriptWidget: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRubyistScriptWidget
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (96 ratings) — better4.5 (99 ratings)
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews — better69.6% of reviews
Number of ratings9699 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTSUBASA TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY峰 朱

Customer experience

Rubyist

All ratings93 ratings
Positive90.3%
Neutral4.3%
Negative5.4%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative10.0%

ScriptWidget

All ratings99 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral2.0%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive69.6%
Neutral4.3%
Negative26.1%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Rubyist

One-time3
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$4.99
  • Large Tip$9.99
1 purchases

ScriptWidget

One-time1
  • Buy me a coffee$0.99

Questions

Is Rubyist free?
Rubyist is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScriptWidget free?
ScriptWidget is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Rubyist or ScriptWidget?
Rubyist is rated higher. Rubyist averages 4.6 out of 5 from 96 ratings, while ScriptWidget averages 4.5 from 99 ratings.
Do Rubyist or ScriptWidget have ads?
Neither Rubyist nor ScriptWidget shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rubyist or ScriptWidget?
Rubyist ships an update every 3 weeks, and ScriptWidget monthly. Most recently, Rubyist was updated on October 25, 2026 and ScriptWidget on October 27, 2026.

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