# python3$ vs Swifty Compiler

The clearest difference is price: Swifty Compiler at Free against python3$'s $2.99. Swifty Compiler also leads on ratings volume (194 vs 23). python3$'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On review sentiment, ads and chart position there is nothing between them.

Swifty Compiler is free to download; python3$ costs $2.99 up front. Swifty Compiler sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. python3$ asks for nothing beyond the download.

python3$ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Swifty Compiler has 194 ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of python3$'s written reviews are positive against 84% of Swifty Compiler's.

python3$ ships an update weekly, Swifty Compiler fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | python3$ | Swifty Compiler |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python3/id585637688/reviews)** | [4.5 (194 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swifty-compiler-swift-ide/id1544749600/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 23 | **194** |
| Positive reviews | **91.1% of reviews** | 84.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | #86 | **#82** |
| Size | 588 MB | 70 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) | [Hassan Taleb](https://appshunter.io/developer/955305566) |

## What reviewers say

### python3$

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python3/id585637688)

**Currently charting:** #86 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This application serves as a comprehensive Python 3.13 learning and development environment. It offers local code execution, debugging tools, PyPI library access, and convenient file sharing capabilities. Customize your coding experience with personalized themes and settings.

**Highlights:** Local Python 3.13 execution, Breakpoint debugging, PyPI library downloads, Git integration, LAN/Bluetooth file transfer, Customizable interface, QR code generation and scanning

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 🚀 Good performance and functionality
- 💡 Wide range of practice items
- 💻 Powerful Python environment on mobile
- 💰 Good value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 UI can be crowded
- ⚠️ Older Python versions used
- 💰 Separate purchases for different versions
- ❓ Some built-in methods not auto-detected
- 🐛 Quotation mark issues

**Reported bugs**

- Quotation mark not working
- Module changes not recognized
- My Code view gets stuck in subdirectory
- Tabs converted to spaces
- Auto-indent buggy

**Requested features**

- Add Tkinter library
- Add GPIO library for Raspberry Pi
- Add iTunes file sharing support
- Network functionality (read web page)
- Simple graphics module


### Swifty Compiler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swifty-compiler-swift-ide/id1544749600)

**Currently charting:** #82 Top Free · Developer Tools, #96 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Write, run, and experiment with Swift code on your mobile device. This app functions as a personal playground for testing algorithms, prototyping ideas, and enhancing coding skills with a variety of editing tools.

**Highlights:** Write and run Swift code, Import Swift and Playground files, Code completion and error highlighting, Code formatting and syntax correction, Code snapshots (PNG, JPEG, PDF), Dark and light mode support, Unlimited credits (Premium)

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly Subscription | $79.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $99.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast code execution
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Great for on-the-go coding
- ✨ Good for learning Swift
- ✅ Useful for testing logic

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 High cost for features
- ⚠️ Limited free usage
- 💸 Subscription model criticized
- 🚫 No offline mode
- 🤔 Unreasonable charging logic

**Reported bugs**

- Refund screenshots are not correct
- Kept loading without doing anything
- Issues related to JSON parsing
- Cannot save projects without paying
- Cannot use Date or Calendar as types

**Requested features**

- Support for newer Swift versions
- Ability to import projects online
- Cache 'premium' pop-up
- Support multithreading (GCD)
- Fix console printing bug


## Frequently asked questions

### Is python3$ free?

python3$ costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Swifty Compiler free?

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

### Which has better reviews, python3$ or Swifty Compiler?

python3$ is rated higher. python3$ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Swifty Compiler averages 4.5 from 194 ratings.

### Do python3$ or Swifty Compiler have ads?

Neither python3$ nor Swifty Compiler shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, python3$ or Swifty Compiler?

python3$ ships an update weekly, and Swifty Compiler fortnightly. Most recently, python3$ was updated on September 23, 2026 and Swifty Compiler on September 23, 2026.

### Which is more popular, python3$ or Swifty Compiler?

python3$ currently peaks at #86 in the App Store charts, and Swifty Compiler at #82. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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