# Scripting vs Zcode Mobile

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Zcode Mobile at none against Scripting's 3. Scripting's advantage is ratings volume (84 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scripting sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Zcode Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Scripting against 5.0 for Zcode Mobile. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scripting has 84 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 98% of Scripting's written reviews are positive against 100% of Zcode Mobile's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scripting | Zcode Mobile |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (84 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scripting/id6479691128/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zcode-mobile/id6801154272/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **84** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 97.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #159 | **#75** |
| Size | 471 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Yin Shi Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1722020232) | [越 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/6787476168) |

## What reviewers say

### Scripting

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scripting/id6479691128)

**Currently charting:** #159 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #203 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app allows users to build and run custom scripts using TypeScript or JavaScript directly on their mobile devices. It provides access to native device APIs and allows for the creation of widgets, custom keyboards, and more. An integrated AI assistant can help run scripts and generate code.

**Highlights:** Build custom widgets and toggles, Access native iOS APIs, Design UI with TSX & SwiftUI, Integrated AI assistant for code generation, Advanced mobile code editor, Real-time script preview with CLI

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $0.99 | per month |
| Annual Plan | $7.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $19.99 | one-time |


### Zcode Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zcode-mobile/id6801154272)

**Currently charting:** #75 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app allows you to connect to your ZCode desktop workspace from your iPhone or iPad within the same local network. It enables viewing and operating your development environment remotely, offering features like QR code scanning and automatic network discovery.

**Highlights:** Connect to ZCode desktop workspace, Scan mobile connection QR code, Import connection codes from photo library, Discover compatible services on local network, Auto-save and verify last connection, Hide unnecessary web bars for more screen space

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scripting free?

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

### Is Zcode Mobile free?

Zcode Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Scripting or Zcode Mobile?

Zcode Mobile is rated higher. Scripting averages 4.9 out of 5 from 84 ratings, while Zcode Mobile averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Scripting or Zcode Mobile have ads?

Neither Scripting nor Zcode Mobile shows ads.

### Which is more popular, Scripting or Zcode Mobile?

Scripting currently peaks at #159 in the App Store charts, and Zcode Mobile at #75. 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.*