# CodeShowcase vs Interview Genie

The clearest difference is update cadence: Interview Genie at monthly against CodeShowcase's every 33 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CodeShowcase sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Interview Genie sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CodeShowcase ships an update every 33 months, Interview Genie monthly. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | CodeShowcase | Interview Genie |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 33 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nikolai Pliushchenkov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1711238860) | [Abhinav Jha](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814767276) |

## What reviewers say

### CodeShowcase

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codeshowcase/id6476114180)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Annual | $9.99 | per year |


### Interview Genie

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interview-genie/id6746021462)

Prepare for iOS developer interviews with AI-powered mock interviews, spaced repetition for retention, and customizable practice drills. Track progress with detailed analytics and widgets, and compete with others via Game Center.

**Highlights:** AI-powered mock interviews, Spaced repetition system, Customizable drills and practice, Comprehensive study guide, Home screen widgets, Detailed analytics, Game Center integration

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Drill Top-Up | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coach Top-Up | $1.99 | one-time |
| Lite Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Access | $5.99 | one-time |
| On-Device AI Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Unlock + AI Lite | $8.99 | one-time |
| Plus Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Unlock + On-Device AI | $12.99 | one-time |
| AI Max + Free Unlock | $14.99 | one-time |
| Max Pack | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CodeShowcase free?

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

### Is Interview Genie free?

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

### Do CodeShowcase or Interview Genie have ads?

Neither CodeShowcase nor Interview Genie shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CodeShowcase or Interview Genie?

CodeShowcase ships an update every 33 months, and Interview Genie monthly. Most recently, CodeShowcase was updated on October 14, 2026 and Interview Genie on October 14, 2026.

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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.*