Comparison

CodeRun vs iHTML Compiler

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

Head to head
About

CodeRun

Run and edit code for hundreds of programming languages directly on your mobile device. Features instant execution, interactive debugging, and code sharing capabilities for developers, students, and enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Supports 680 programming languages
  • Instant code execution
  • Interactive debugging
  • Code sharing and importing
  • Mobile code prototyping
  • Learning-friendly environment
Features
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CodeRun is a mobile tool for running and editing code snippets. It supports over 600 programming languages—from mainstream ones like Python, Java, Swift, C#, JavaScript, and C++, to esoteric favorites like Brainfuck, INTERCAL, and Malbolge. No need to set up a development environment on your computer; just open it and start writing and running code. Key Features: Vast language support: over 600 languages, from mainstream to obscure. Write and run instantly: run code with one tap and get the output returned line by line in real time, with support for input arguments. Professional editor: Monaco-powered, with syntax highlighting, code hints, and formatting. Built-in examples: every language ships with a Hello World example you can try right away. Built-in browser: open any webpage, including AI sites, right inside the app; save chat or code content to the file manager with one tap. Built-in file manager: manage your code files, transfer them between your phone and computer over WiFi, with rename, delete, and share. Who It's For: Students: pick up a new language right on your phone, with no heavy environment setup. Developers: quickly test an algorithm or idea and iterate on the go. Geeks and code players: challenge yourself with oddball languages like Brainfuck and Malbolge. Unlimited Access Subscription: - With this subscription, you can enjoy unlimited access to all features within the app. - Subscriptions are charged weekly, monthly, or yearly, depending on the selected subscription plan. - Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. - You can turn off auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the current subscription period ends; otherwise, the subscription will automatically renew. - The renewal fee will be charged to your account within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period, depending on the chosen plan. - Users can manage their subscriptions and can turn off auto-renewal in their account settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free subscription trial period will be forfeited upon purchase. Privacy Policy: https://www.dazhuogroup.com/coderun/privacy_statement_en.php Terms of Use: https://www.dazhuogroup.com/coderun/terms_of_use_en.php

About

iHTML Compiler

This tool allows for instant HTML compilation with a single tap. It features coding colors, auto-save, a zoomable viewer, and the ability to open links in a browser. Users can easily add images and adjust the layout for flexible viewing.

Highlights
  • Instant HTML compilation
  • Coding colors
  • Auto-save functionality
  • Zoomable viewer
  • Open links in browser
  • Adjustable splitter
Features
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Features: - Instantly compile HTML with a single tap - Coding colors - Auto-save your work - Zoomable viewer - Open links in a browser - Adjustable splitter for flexible viewing - Add images via the IMG button (top-right) or manually place images in the iHTML folder How to use: 1. Hold & drag to start editing at the desired code location 2. Edit your HTML 3. Tap once on the code area to instantly see changes How to operate: - Hold & drag up/down to resize the splitter - Tap once on the view area to hide the keyboard (not the return key) or swipe down the screen. - Zoom using two fingers

Screenshots

CodeRun4 screens
iHTML Compiler4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: CodeRun at Free against iHTML Compiler's $0.99. CodeRun also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (15 vs 17.5). iHTML Compiler's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On 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

CodeRun is free to download; iHTML Compiler costs $0.99 up front. CodeRun sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. iHTML Compiler asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CodeRun ships an update every 6 weeks, iHTML Compiler every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
CodeRun versus iHTML Compiler: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodeRuniHTML Compiler
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB0 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperShanghai Dazhuo Information Technology Co., Ltd.MARLENE IGARASHI

Customer experience

CodeRun

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

iHTML Compiler

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

CodeRun

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • 3-day free trail3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$12.991 Year
None

iHTML Compiler

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CodeRun free?
CodeRun is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iHTML Compiler free?
iHTML Compiler costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do CodeRun or iHTML Compiler have ads?
Neither CodeRun nor iHTML Compiler shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CodeRun or iHTML Compiler?
CodeRun ships an update every 6 weeks, and iHTML Compiler every 5 months. Most recently, CodeRun was updated on November 3, 2026 and iHTML Compiler on October 30, 2026.

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