# Code Runner App Compiler & IDE vs QuackBASIC

The clearest difference is rating: QuackBASIC at 4.4 against Code Runner App Compiler & IDE's 4.0. Code Runner App Compiler & IDE's advantage is review sentiment (24% vs 0%) and ratings volume (100 vs 7). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Code Runner App Compiler & IDE sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and QuackBASIC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QuackBASIC holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Runner App Compiler & IDE has 100 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 24% of Code Runner App Compiler & IDE's written reviews are positive against 0% of QuackBASIC's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Code Runner App Compiler & IDE ships an update every 3 weeks, QuackBASIC every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Code Runner App Compiler & IDE | QuackBASIC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (100 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-runner-app-compiler-and-ide/id6450535928/reviews) | **[4.4 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quackbasic-code-in-basic/id6739161698/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **100** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **23.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#72** | #200 |
| Size | 83 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cloudbit d.o.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1387318660) | [Ammonite Design Studios Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/460176444) |

## What reviewers say

### Code Runner App Compiler & IDE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-runner-app-compiler-and-ide/id6450535928)

**Currently charting:** #72 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #144 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app is a mobile coding editor and compiler supporting over 30 programming languages. It offers features like syntax highlighting, code completion, an AI assistant for refactoring and bug checking, and GitHub integration for managing repositories. It's designed for learning, practicing, and working on programming projects anywhere.

**Highlights:** Supports 30+ programming languages, Full programming code syntax highlighting, Code completion and editor actions, AI Assistant for refactoring and bug checking, GitHub integration for repositories, Compile and execute code, Instant coding feedback

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Developer Upgrade | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Monthly Plan | $6.99 | per month |
| Developer Montlhy Plan | $11.99 | per month |
| Developer Yearly Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| Developer Lite Upgrade | $39.99 | one-time |


### QuackBASIC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quackbasic-code-in-basic/id6739161698)

**Currently charting:** #200 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Learn and code in BASIC programming with a user-friendly interpreter. Write, execute, and debug programs on your device, with full language support and preloaded examples. Relive the charm of classic programming with a retro design.

**Highlights:** Write and execute BASIC code, Full language support, Interactive library with explanations, Preloaded example programs, Retro-inspired design, Save and load projects, Customizable settings

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Code Runner App Compiler & IDE free?

Code Runner App Compiler & IDE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is QuackBASIC free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Code Runner App Compiler & IDE or QuackBASIC?

QuackBASIC is rated higher. Code Runner App Compiler & IDE averages 4.0 out of 5 from 100 ratings, while QuackBASIC averages 4.4 from 7 ratings.

### Do Code Runner App Compiler & IDE or QuackBASIC have ads?

Both Code Runner App Compiler & IDE and QuackBASIC show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Code Runner App Compiler & IDE or QuackBASIC?

Code Runner App Compiler & IDE ships an update every 3 weeks, and QuackBASIC every 4 weeks. Most recently, Code Runner App Compiler & IDE was updated on September 25, 2026 and QuackBASIC on September 10, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Code Runner App Compiler & IDE or QuackBASIC?

Code Runner App Compiler & IDE currently peaks at #72 in the App Store charts, and QuackBASIC at #200. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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