Comparison

Swifty Compiler vs Pro Python Editor

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

Head to head
About

Swifty Compiler

Write, run, and experiment with Swift code on your mobile device. This app functions as a personal playground for testing algorithms, prototyping ideas, and enhancing coding skills with a variety of editing tools.

Highlights
  • Write and run Swift code
  • Import Swift and Playground files
  • Code completion and error highlighting
  • Code formatting and syntax correction
  • Code snapshots (PNG, JPEG, PDF)
  • Dark and light mode support
  • Unlimited credits (Premium)
Features
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Write and run Swift code effortlessly, anywhere and anytime. Swifty Compiler is the perfect tool to test algorithms, prototype ideas, or experiment with Swift code on the go. Use it as your personal playground to explore concepts and improve your coding skills. Free Features: • Daily credits⁽¹⁾: 10 credits per day • Import Swift files • Open Playground files and import their Swift files • Share Swift files, Playground files, or text directly to the app • Code Snapshot (PNG, JPEG, HEIC, or PDF) • Adjustable font size and line spacing • Auto-indentation • Code completion suggestions • Auto-closing brackets and quotes • Error highlighting • Bracket and line highlighting • Code block selection • Cursor position indicator • Code snippets • Extra keyboard buttons • Comment/uncomment selection • Markdown comments • Duplicate code • Move line up/down • Indent/Outdent (Shift right/left) • Jump to line or selection • Keyboard shortcuts • Multitasking support on iPad • Dark and light mode support • Share extension support • No ads Premium Features: • Unlimited credits⁽¹⁾ • Share as Swift file • Save Swift files to the Files app (iCloud or local storage) • Auto-save last input • Unlimited Undo/Redo • Code formatting • Add documentation • Syntax correction • Optical Character Recognition (OCR) • Abstract Syntax Tree (AST) • Multiple Swift versions • Font pack • Show invisible characters • Create/Edit custom snippets • Create/Edit custom keyboard buttons • No watermark on code snapshots 1. 1 Credit = 1 Code Execution Feel free to reach us out if have any suggestions or ideas. - Email: taleb.apps@gmail.com - X: @hassantaleb90 - Telegram: @hassantaleb If you enjoy Swifty Compiler, please leave a review to support us!

About

Pro Python Editor

Features
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This is the ad-free Pro-version of the app 'Python Editor - .py Editor' Python Editor is a simple and powerful app for creating, editing, and saving Python files on your device. With its user-friendly interface and essential features such as syntax highlighting and import/export, Python Editor is the perfect tool for anyone who needs to manage their Python code. Whether you're a student, developer or just need to write down some code, Python Editor makes it easy to write and test Python code on-the-go or at home. Download Python Editor now and experience the power of effortless Python coding!

Screenshots

Swifty Compiler4 screens
Pro Python Editor3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Swifty Compiler at Free against Pro Python Editor's $3.99. Swifty Compiler also leads on chart position (#36 vs unranked). Pro Python Editor's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). 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

Swifty Compiler is free to download; Pro Python Editor costs $3.99 up front. Swifty Compiler sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Pro Python Editor asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Swifty Compiler versus Pro Python Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSwifty CompilerPro Python Editor
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating4.5 (194 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews84.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings194 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
Best chart rank#36 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHassan TalebJulian Lau

Bugs and requests

Swifty Compiler

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Refund screenshots are not correct
  • Kept loading without doing anything
  • Issues related to JSON parsing
  • Cannot save projects without paying
  • Cannot use Date or Calendar as types
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  • Misleading screenshots about Swift version
  • Cannot overwrite files in iCloud
  • Console does not print anything
  • Limited code execution per day
  • Cannot call a function before it's created

Requested features

18 requests
  • Support for newer Swift versions
  • Ability to import projects online
  • Cache 'premium' pop-up
  • Support multithreading (GCD)
  • Fix console printing bug
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  • Ability to add frameworks
  • Support for SwiftUI
  • Offline mode support
  • Autofill feature
  • Highlighting lines with warnings/errors
  • Show which compiler is used
  • Ability to change Swift version without paying
  • More than one Swift version option
  • Import own fonts
  • Call basic modules like SwiftUI
  • Use input and output as command tool
  • Overwrite existing files in iCloud
  • Korean language version

Pro Python Editor

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Swifty Compiler

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly Subscription$4.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly Subscription$12.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly Subscription$79.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$99.00
None

Pro Python Editor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Swifty Compiler free?
Swifty Compiler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pro Python Editor free?
Pro Python Editor costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Swifty Compiler or Pro Python Editor have ads?
Neither Swifty Compiler nor Pro Python Editor shows ads.

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