# MQTT Spy vs Python Sandbox

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | MQTT Spy | Python Sandbox |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | $0.99 |
| Rating | **[4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mqtt-spy/id1564422794/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-sandbox/id6753086808/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#130** |
| Size | 26 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gopi Gadhiya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1387816354) | [Leonid Gefter](https://appshunter.io/developer/1466989762) |

## What reviewers say

### MQTT Spy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mqtt-spy/id1564422794)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


### Python Sandbox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-sandbox/id6753086808)

**Currently charting:** #130 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked 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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