# BASIC vs Python Editor App

BASIC and Python Editor App both sit at 4.2 stars, but that hides the real split: 68% of BASIC's written reviews are positive against 20% of Python Editor App's. BASIC also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). Python Editor App's advantage is price (Free vs $11.99) and ratings volume (6.5K vs 17). On rating, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Python Editor App is free to download; BASIC costs $11.99 up front. Python Editor App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. BASIC asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for BASIC against 4.1 for Python Editor App. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Python Editor App has 6.5K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of BASIC's written reviews are positive against 20% of Python Editor App's.

BASIC ships an update every 2 months, Python Editor App every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BASIC | Python Editor App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $11.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.2 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basic-programming-language/id1540244170/reviews)** | [4.1 (6.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-editor-app/id1672453872/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 17 | **6.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **68.0% of reviews** | 19.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Freemium** |
| Best chart rank | #109 | **#22** |
| Size | 135 MB | 403 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nikolay Denislamov](https://appshunter.io/developer/505796639) | [Andromeda Corp LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745089768) |

## What reviewers say

### BASIC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basic-programming-language/id1540244170)

**Currently charting:** #109 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Create and publish your own applications directly on your iOS device using an extended BASIC programming language. Features include a rich interface, advanced graphics, sound capabilities, and hardware support.

**Highlights:** Create standalone apps for App Store, Rich user interface elements, Advanced graphics and animation, Comprehensive sound and music support, Hardware sensor integration, Networking and file management, Customizable IDE with documentation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Python Editor App

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

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #121 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 BASIC free?

BASIC costs $11.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Python Editor App free?

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

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

BASIC is rated higher. BASIC averages 4.2 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while Python Editor App averages 4.1 from 6.5K ratings.

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

Neither BASIC nor Python Editor App shows ads.

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

BASIC ships an update every 2 months, and Python Editor App every 5 weeks. Most recently, BASIC was updated on September 23, 2026 and Python Editor App on September 24, 2026.

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

BASIC currently peaks at #109 in the App Store charts, and Python Editor App at #22. 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.*