# Code Editor vs Syntactic

The clearest difference is rating: Syntactic at 5.0 against Code Editor's 3.2. Syntactic also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). Code Editor's advantage is ratings volume (43 vs 1) and chart position (#70 vs unranked). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Code Editor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Syntactic asks for nothing beyond the download.

Syntactic holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Editor has 43 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Code Editor | Syntactic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-editor-compiler-and-ide/id1581290510/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/syntactic/id6787757494/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **43** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 53.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#70** | — |
| Size | 65 MB | 299 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rhythm Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581290512) | [Tosin Amuda](https://appshunter.io/developer/6787757955) |

## What reviewers say

### Code Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-editor-compiler-and-ide/id1581290510)

**Currently charting:** #70 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app is a powerful mobile code editor and compiler designed for programmers. It offers syntax highlighting for numerous languages, code assistance, and the ability to compile and run code directly on your device. Access files from cloud storage and version control systems, with customizable themes and extensive editing features.

**Highlights:** Syntax highlighting for 110+ languages, Online compiler for 30+ languages, Code assist and auto-completion, Multi-tab navigation, Unlimited undo/redo, Cloud file access (FTP, WebDAV, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive), GitHub/GitLab integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads (Forever) | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for coding on the go
- 👍 Supports many languages
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 Good for learning and quick edits
- 👍 Minimal ads (for some users)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Unskippable, full-screen ads
- 😠 Ads after every file operation
- 😠 Ads interrupt workflow
- 😠 Frequent and intrusive ads
- 😠 Paid version still has ads

**Reported bugs**

- Uninterruptible ads
- Cannot create new files
- Cannot copy files
- Sidebar cannot be reopened after closing
- Cannot save files

**Requested features**

- SFTP protocol connection
- Add a run button
- Error indicator during typing
- Custom keyboard with coding symbols
- Ability to edit visual styles/syntax coloring


### Syntactic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/syntactic/id6787757494)

Learn and practice Rust programming on your device with a built-in compiler and editor. Includes the Rust Programming Language book, coding challenges, and optional AI error explanations. All features work offline.

**Highlights:** On-device Rust compiler, Syntax highlighting editor, Rust Programming Language book, Runnable code examples, Built-in quizzes, 66 coding challenges, Optional AI error explanations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Code Editor free?

Code Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Syntactic free?

Syntactic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Code Editor or Syntactic?

Syntactic is rated higher. Code Editor averages 3.2 out of 5 from 43 ratings, while Syntactic averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Code Editor or Syntactic have ads?

Code Editor shows ads; Syntactic does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*