Comparison

CodeRun vs Tin Toy

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

Tin Toy

Create and preview real-time graphics using Metal shaders on iOS and iPadOS. This app offers a code editor, flexible buffer management with custom inputs, and tools for capturing and sharing your creations. It's ideal for learning, prototyping visual effects, and generative art.

Highlights
  • Real-time Metal shader writing
  • Instant preview of results
  • Custom input buffers (images, video, camera)
  • Snapshot and record shader output
  • Built-in debugging tools
  • Shareable document bundles
Features
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Tin Toy is your creative canvas for real-time graphics. Inspired by ShaderToy, and designed natively for iOS & iPadOS, Tin Toy lets you write and preview Metal shaders with a seamless, modern interface. Whether you're a graphics enthusiast, game developer, or curious creative, Tin Toy gives you powerful tools to bring your shaders to life. Real-Time Metal Shaders Write fragment shaders in a built-in code editor, or your code editor of choice, and see the results instantly. Flexible Buffer Management View each shader buffer individually or all at once. Feed shaders with custom inputs like: * Images * Video * Live camera feed * Mouse & keyboard (if attached to device) Snapshot, Record & Share Capture still frames or record high-quality videos of your shaders in action with a click. Self contained document bundles include the shaders and all its buffer assets for easy sharing and collaboration. Built-In Debugging Tools Capture frames and inspect them using Xcode for pixel-perfect debugging. Perfect for: * Learning Metal shader programming * Rapid prototyping of visual effects * Creating generative art 100% Free No ads. No upsells.

Screenshots

CodeRun4 screens
Tin Toy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tin Toy at 100% against CodeRun's 0%. Tin Toy also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3). CodeRun's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months) and chart position (#153 vs unranked). On price, 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

Both are free to download. CodeRun sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Tin Toy asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CodeRun ships an update every 6 weeks, Tin Toy every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
CodeRun versus Tin Toy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodeRunTin Toy
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#153 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB47 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperShanghai Dazhuo Information Technology Co., Ltd.Adrian Russell

Customer experience

CodeRun

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

Tin Toy

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
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

Tin Toy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CodeRun free?
CodeRun is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tin Toy free?
Tin Toy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CodeRun or Tin Toy have ads?
Neither CodeRun nor Tin Toy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CodeRun or Tin Toy?
CodeRun ships an update every 6 weeks, and Tin Toy every 3 months. Most recently, CodeRun was updated on October 9, 2026 and Tin Toy on October 11, 2026.

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