# pythoni2.7 vs Python3ide

The clearest difference is monetization model: pythoni2.7 at free with in-app purchases against Python3ide's subscription. pythoni2.7 also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 50%) and device support (4 vs 2). Python3ide's advantage is ratings volume (280 vs 49). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. pythoni2.7 sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Python3ide sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for pythoni2.7 against 4.4 for Python3ide. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Python3ide has 280 ratings behind it against 49, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of pythoni2.7's written reviews are positive against 50% of Python3ide's.

pythoni2.7 ships an update every 3 months, Python3ide every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | pythoni2.7 | Python3ide |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (49 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pythoni27-run-python-code/id576107879/reviews) | [4.4 (280 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python3ide/id6468251945/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 49 | **280** |
| Positive reviews | **87.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 116 MB | 216 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [小文 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/490328393) | [HurryApp LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1562864305) |

## What reviewers say

### pythoni2.7

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pythoni27-run-python-code/id576107879)

Learn, run, and share Python 2.7 scripts on your iOS device. Features include code completion, auto-indentation, syntax highlighting, and a built-in browser for learning materials. Customize your coding environment and share your creations easily.

**Highlights:** Run Python 2.7 scripts, Code completion and auto-indent, Syntax highlighting, Built-in browser for learning, File system support, Customizable interface, Share code via email and social media

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Password Service | $0.99 | one-time |
| To remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Horizontal screen development | $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 |


### Python3ide

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python3ide/id6468251945)

Write, edit, compile, and run Python code directly on your iOS device. Features include a code editor with syntax highlighting, a built-in compiler, and file management tools. Supports dark mode and receives regular updates.

**Highlights:** Python code editor with syntax highlighting, Built-in Python compiler, Run Python scripts instantly, File management for projects, Dark mode support, Regular updates for latest Python versions

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coding Pro | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Coding Pro | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Code Pro | $69.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is pythoni2.7 free?

pythoni2.7 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Python3ide free?

Python3ide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, pythoni2.7 or Python3ide?

pythoni2.7 and Python3ide are both rated 4.4 out of 5 on the App Store, from 49 and 280 ratings respectively.

### Do pythoni2.7 or Python3ide have ads?

Neither pythoni2.7 nor Python3ide shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, pythoni2.7 or Python3ide?

pythoni2.7 ships an update every 3 months, and Python3ide every 2 months. Most recently, pythoni2.7 was updated on September 21, 2026 and Python3ide on September 21, 2026.

---

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