# DraftCode for PHP IDE vs Code

The clearest difference is rating: DraftCode for PHP IDE at 4.5 against Code's 3.9. DraftCode for PHP IDE also leads on ratings volume (88 vs 14). Code's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (74% vs 66%). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

DraftCode for PHP IDE costs $4.99 and Code $3.99 up front. DraftCode for PHP IDE sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Code sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DraftCode for PHP IDE holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DraftCode for PHP IDE has 88 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 66% of DraftCode for PHP IDE's written reviews are positive against 74% of Code's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

DraftCode for PHP IDE ships an update every 3 months, Code every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DraftCode for PHP IDE | Code |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$3.99** |
| Rating | **[4.5 (88 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/draftcode-for-php-ide/id593757593/reviews)** | [3.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-compile-and-run-program/id1515506950/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **88** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 65.8% of reviews | **73.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #66 | **#21** |
| Size | 184 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Solesignal Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/402984346) | [Arjun Komath](https://appshunter.io/developer/1388042509) |

## What reviewers say

### DraftCode for PHP IDE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/draftcode-for-php-ide/id593757593)

**Currently charting:** #66 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Develop and run PHP, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS locally on your mobile device or Mac without an internet connection. Supports complex applications like WordPress and phpMyAdmin, with flexible workspace options and a comprehensive PHP stack.

**Highlights:** Offline PHP, JS, HTML, CSS execution, Run complex apps like WordPress, Custom workspace folder support, Session Inspector and error display, PHP and JS syntax coloring, Composer support for dependency management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PHP 7.2 Runtime | Free | one-time |
| PHP 7.3 Runtime | Free | one-time |
| PHP 8.2 Runtime | Free | one-time |
| PHP 8.1 Runtime | Free | one-time |
| PHP 8.0.28 Runtime | Free | one-time |
| PHP 8.5 Runtime | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Full PHP runtime on iOS device
- 👍 Intuitive and simple user interface
- 💻 Ability to run WordPress locally on iPad
- 🔌 Works offline without internet connection
- 📱 Enables mobile web development workflow

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Scrolling snaps back to starting position
- 🐛 Undo function jumps arbitrary steps
- 🐛 Text editor lacks modern features
- ❌ Cannot access served content from Safari
- ❌ No FTP or cloud storage integration

**Reported bugs**

- Scrolling snaps back to original position
- Undo function deletes arbitrary number of steps
- App freezes after entering characters
- Crashes on iOS 9 and older versions
- JavaScript console viewer always empty

**Requested features**

- Search and find/replace functionality
- FTP and Dropbox integration
- Updated PHP versions
- Multiple syntax highlighting themes
- Git/GitHub integration


### Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-compile-and-run-program/id1515506950)

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Paid · Developer Tools, #168 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app provides a unified environment for coding, compiling, and executing programs directly on your iOS device. It supports numerous programming languages and offers real-time cloud synchronization for seamless workflow across devices. Customize your workspace for a personalized coding experience.

**Highlights:** Unified development environment, Supports over 15 programming languages, Code, compile, and execute programs, Real-time cloud sync, Customizable workspace themes and keyboard modes, No setup or configuration required

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1,000 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5,000 Credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DraftCode for PHP IDE free?

DraftCode for PHP IDE costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Code free?

Code costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DraftCode for PHP IDE or Code?

DraftCode for PHP IDE is rated higher. DraftCode for PHP IDE averages 4.5 out of 5 from 88 ratings, while Code averages 3.9 from 14 ratings.

### Do DraftCode for PHP IDE or Code have ads?

Neither DraftCode for PHP IDE nor Code shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DraftCode for PHP IDE or Code?

DraftCode for PHP IDE ships an update every 3 months, and Code every 6 weeks. Most recently, DraftCode for PHP IDE was updated on October 8, 2026 and Code on October 9, 2026.

### Which is more popular, DraftCode for PHP IDE or Code?

DraftCode for PHP IDE currently peaks at #66 in the App Store charts, and Code at #21. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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