Comparison

C语言编译器 vs C Shell

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

Head to head
About

C语言编译器

This app is an introductory compiler and learning tool for C language programming. It offers free tutorials, a C/C++ question bank, and an online compiler to help beginners grasp programming concepts.

Highlights
  • Zero-basis learning for C language
  • Online code compilation and execution
  • Free tutorials and knowledge points
  • C/C++ question bank for practice
  • Fragmented learning for busy schedules
Features
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C语言代码编译器是一款专门为零基础C语言编程爱好者打造的一款入门编译工具App,致力于帮助初学者入门C语言,轻松迈入编程世界。学C语言,从这里开始! 【零基础也能学】初学者从0到1,轻松入门; 【强大的编译器】在线运行,极速编译; 【免费教程】内容、知识点丰富,完全免费; 【C/C++题库】在练习中巩固,查缺补漏; 【碎片化学习】每天30分钟,碎片化时间想学就学。

About

C Shell

Compile and run C language code directly on your mobile device. This tool integrates Python and Lua, and supports many basic Linux commands for a comprehensive development environment.

Highlights
  • C language compilation
  • Python and Lua integration
  • Linux command execution
  • Code highlighting
  • Split-screen display
  • Console input/output
  • Customizable themes and fonts
Features
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A software development tool for compiling and running C language on mobile devices, with built-in basic environment integrating Python and Lua. Support the execution of Linux basic commands on the console. The implementation principle adopts the compilation mode of llvm and clang. https://github.com/phoenixlabcn/llvm-project Function introduction: The code is highlighted, which is more intuitive Split screen display is supported in horizontal screen mode Console output and input, supporting the output of specific error stack information Theme and font size setting, moving cursor, convenient reading and simple operation Supported Linux commands include: ls,lli,ifconfig,ping,readlink,chmod,clang,telnet,host,du,link,dig,egrep,bc,date,gzip,nslookup,python2,fgrep,mv,md5,say,luac,ssh-keygen,xargs,diff,cd,tee,chksum,lua,touch,dc,tar,chflags,rm,sort,uniq,awk,printenv,chgrp,find,mkdir,tail,df,pwd,opt,chown,gunzip,compress,llvm-link,nc,uptime,sed,setenv,stat,uname,sum,head,wc,cat,echo,unsetenv,unlink,rmdir,uncompress,curl,ln,cp,whoami,rlogin,tr,env,whois,python,grep,nm,clear,sh,exit,open,python3 ------------------------------------------------ C Shell Month Unlock 【Unlimited code runs】 【Unlimited use of console】 【Unlimited use of modules】 【Support custom theme setting】 【Continuous access to more advanced functions】 Support free trial for 3 days. After the trial period, this subscription will be renewed automatically for $[4.49]/month unless you actively close or cancel the subscription. You will be charged in your local currency at the prevailing exchange rate as defined by iTunes .The account will confirm and charge you for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Payment will be deducted from iTunes account upon confirmation of subscription. You can cancel your subscription at any time. You can cancel it at least 24 hours before the trial period or the end of the subscription period to avoid deduction. Any unused part of the trial period after payment will be discarded. After purchase, you can go to the AppStore account settings to manage or cancel your subscription. Privacy policy: https://phoenixlab.ltd/protocols/en/PrivacyStatement.html Terms of Use: https://phoenixlab.ltd/protocols/en/TermsOfUse.html

Screenshots

C语言编译器4 screens
C Shell4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: C Shell at 4.5 against C语言编译器's 1.0. C Shell also leads on ratings volume (63 vs 1) and review sentiment (56% vs 38%). C语言编译器's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. C语言编译器 sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and C Shell sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

C Shell holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: C Shell has 63 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of C语言编译器's written reviews are positive against 56% of C Shell's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

C语言编译器 ships an update every 5 months, C Shell every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
C语言编译器 versus C Shell: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterC语言编译器C Shell
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.5 (63 ratings) — better
Positive reviews37.5% of reviews55.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings163 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB151 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperXiamen Yidong Network Technology Company LimitedPhoenix Lab Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

C语言编译器

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive37.5%
Neutral8.3%
Negative54.2%

C Shell

All ratings63 ratings
Positive87.3%
Neutral4.8%
Negative7.9%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative44.4%

In-app purchases

12 purchases

C语言编译器

One-time12
  • 6学币$0.99
  • 1 个月 VIP$2.99
  • 30学币$3.99
Show 9 more
  • 1 年 VIP$4.99
  • 开通 3 个月 VIP$6.99
  • 季度VIP$7.99
  • 68学币$9.99
  • C语言代码编译器年费VIP$9.99
  • 108学币$14.99
  • 终身 VIP$14.99
  • 268学币$39.99
  • 698学币$99.99
2 purchases

C Shell

Subscriptions1
  • C Shell Advanced Version3 Days trial$4.491 Month
One-time1
  • Permanently unlock advanced$12.99

Questions

Is C语言编译器 free?
C语言编译器 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is C Shell free?
C Shell is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, C语言编译器 or C Shell?
C Shell is rated higher. C语言编译器 averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while C Shell averages 4.5 from 63 ratings.
Do C语言编译器 or C Shell have ads?
Neither C语言编译器 nor C Shell shows ads.
Which is updated more often, C语言编译器 or C Shell?
C语言编译器 ships an update every 5 months, and C Shell every 3 months. Most recently, C语言编译器 was updated on September 22, 2026 and C Shell on September 23, 2026.

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