# pythoni vs Textastic Code Editor

The clearest difference is monetization model: pythoni at free with in-app purchases against Textastic Code Editor's subscription. pythoni also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 69%) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks). Textastic Code Editor's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (2.5K vs 229). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. pythoni sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Textastic Code Editor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Textastic Code Editor holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Textastic Code Editor has 2.5K ratings behind it against 229, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 84% of pythoni's written reviews are positive against 69% of Textastic Code Editor's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

pythoni ships an update weekly, Textastic Code Editor every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | pythoni | Textastic Code Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (229 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pythoni-run-codeautocomplete/id493505744/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textastic-code-editor/id1049254261/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 229 | **2.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **84.0% of reviews** | 68.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#15** |
| Size | 587 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [小文 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/490328393) | [Alexander Blach](https://appshunter.io/developer/303486870) |

## What reviewers say

### pythoni

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pythoni-run-codeautocomplete/id493505744)

This app is a Python 3.13 learning and development tool. It offers local execution, debugging, and access to PyPI libraries. Features include code completion, error reporting, Git integration, and file sharing.

**Highlights:** Python 3.13 local execution, Breakpoint debugging, PyPI library installation, Code autocomplete and coloring, Git integration, LAN/Bluetooth file transfer, Customizable interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Password Service | $0.99 | one-time |
| Simple Vedio | $0.99 | one-time |
| Encryption Compression | $0.99 | one-time |
| Text Search | $0.99 | one-time |
| Autocomplete | $0.99 | one-time |
| File Transfer | $0.99 | one-time |
| To remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Classic Exercises | $0.99 | one-time |
| ThePyPiManager | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient for on-the-go coding
- 💡 Helpful tutorials and documentation
- 🚀 Seamless execution of Python code

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔒 Privacy concerns around forced reviews
- 💰 Paywall for advanced features
- 🙃 Confusing or cluttered interface

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with the range() function
- Incompatibility with certain Python libraries
- Inconsistent behavior with input() and raw_input()

**Requested features**

- Landscape mode support
- Improved file management and integration
- Expanded library support
- Customizable code editor


### Textastic Code Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textastic-code-editor/id1049254261)

**Currently charting:** #15 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #40 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

A powerful text and code editor for mobile devices, offering syntax highlighting for over 80 languages, code completion, and formatting tools. It allows connection to various servers and cloud storage for seamless file management and editing.

**Highlights:** Syntax highlighting for 80+ languages, SFTP, FTP, WebDAV, and Dropbox client, Built-in SSH terminal, Code completion and formatting, External keyboard and trackpad support, Split View and Slide Over multitasking

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Textastic Pro (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Textastic Pro (Yearly) | $19.99 | per year |
| Textastic Pro (One-Time) | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Highly performant
- 👍 Versatile and feature-rich
- 💡 Excellent integration with other apps (e.g. Working Copy)
- 👍 Customizable and intuitive UI
- 👍 Reliable and stable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🔒 Restrictive paywall for basic functionality
- 👎 Confusing file management and upload/download workflow
- 👎 Lack of modern code editing features (e.g. auto-indent, code folding)

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with SSH/SFTP connectivity and authentication
- Problems with handling large files or files with certain extensions
- Inconsistent text selection and editing behavior

**Requested features**

- Add support for more cloud storage providers (e.g. Google Drive, OneDrive)
- Implement a more seamless remote file editing and syncing workflow
- Improve code editing features like code folding, multi-cursor support, and code beautification
- Add a built-in terminal or ability to run code directly within the app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is pythoni free?

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

### Is Textastic Code Editor free?

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

### Which has better reviews, pythoni or Textastic Code Editor?

Textastic Code Editor is rated higher. pythoni averages 4.4 out of 5 from 229 ratings, while Textastic Code Editor averages 4.7 from 2.5K ratings.

### Do pythoni or Textastic Code Editor have ads?

Neither pythoni nor Textastic Code Editor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, pythoni or Textastic Code Editor?

pythoni ships an update weekly, and Textastic Code Editor every 2 weeks. Most recently, pythoni was updated on September 24, 2026 and Textastic Code Editor on September 23, 2026.

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