Comparison

MQTT Spy vs Python Sandbox

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

Head to head
About

MQTT Spy

This application allows for testing the pub/sub MQTT protocol. Connect to an MQTT broker to send and receive messages, control IoT devices, and monitor sensors. It offers features for saving broker lists, custom publishing buttons, and data monitoring in ASCII or HEX.

Highlights
  • Save broker list
  • Custom publish buttons
  • Monitor data as ASCII or HEX
  • Auto-send commands at intervals
  • Keep screen on/off option
  • Send log files
Features
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INTRODUCTION: - MQTT Spy is used for testing pub/sub protocol with MQTT - Simply create a MQTT connection with broker and test MQTT messaging - With this app, You can control any MQTT enabled IoT devices and monitor sensors with pub/sub protocol. FEATURES: - Save broker list - Separate panels for subscribe and publish data - Custom your own buttons for frequent publishing of same data. - Monitoring receiving data as ASCII or HEX. - Publish Data as ASCII or HEX. - Auto send commands at timed interval - Selection for \r \n at the end of sending data. - Send Log file of Subscribed and Published data. - Keep Screen on/off option.

About

Python Sandbox

Write, test, and run Python code instantly on your iPhone or iPad with this premium, offline coding environment. Enjoy fast, private execution and customizable themes without internet dependency.

Highlights
  • Fully offline Python compilation
  • Premium design and themes
  • Robust code execution engine
  • Seamless script export
  • Universal app for iPhone and iPad
Features
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Tired of clunky online editors? Python Sandbox is the ultimate, premium coding environment designed for efficiency, speed, and reliability. Whether you're a student, a professional, or just practicing algorithms, our powerful sandbox allows you to write, test, and run your Python code instantly on your iPhone or iPad. Unlike free interpreters, Python Sandbox provides fully offline compilation. Never worry about unreliable internet connections again. Your code executes locally, ensuring maximum privacy and lightning-fast results, making it the perfect tool for working on the go. This is a one-time purchase that gives you LIFETIME access to all features, including all professional themes and future updates. Stop paying subscriptions—invest in your coding future today. * Fully Offline Compilation: Write and execute your Python scripts without needing an active internet connection. Your code is processed locally for maximum speed and privacy. * Premium Design & Themes: Includes 10+ professional themes (including multiple Dark Mode and Light Mode options) to customize your workspace for optimal focus and reduced eye strain. * Robust Code Execution: Features a clean, reliable execution engine that accurately interprets Python code and provides clear output or detailed error messages for quick debugging. * Seamless Export: Easily share your scripts (.py files) with your desktop, cloud services, or colleagues directly from the app. * Universal App: Fully optimized for all iPhone and iPad devices. Purchase once and use it everywhere.

Screenshots

MQTT Spy4 screens
Python Sandbox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MQTT Spy at 4.0 against Python Sandbox's 1.0. MQTT Spy also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.1). Python Sandbox's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume 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

MQTT Spy costs $0.99 and Python Sandbox $0.99 up front. MQTT Spy sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Python Sandbox asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MQTT Spy holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
MQTT Spy versus Python Sandbox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMQTT SpyPython Sandbox
Price$0.99$0.99
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
Best chart rank—#133 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGopi GadhiyaLeonid Gefter

Customer experience

MQTT Spy

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

Python Sandbox

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MQTT Spy

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99
None

Python Sandbox

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MQTT Spy free?
MQTT Spy costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Python Sandbox free?
Python Sandbox costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MQTT Spy or Python Sandbox?
MQTT Spy is rated higher. MQTT Spy averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Python Sandbox averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do MQTT Spy or Python Sandbox have ads?
MQTT Spy shows ads; Python Sandbox does not.

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