Comparison

Code vs LingCode

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Code

This app provides a comprehensive developer suite on your mobile device, including a code editor with syntax highlighting and autocompletion, a file explorer, and integrated Git, SSH, and FTP/SFTP clients. It allows you to work on projects anywhere, transforming your device into a portable workstation.

Highlights
  • Code editor with themes and syntax highlighting
  • File explorer for easy navigation
  • Integrated Git for version control
  • Terminal with Bash support
  • SSH client for remote connections
  • FTP/SFTP support
Features
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Code, Work Anywhere! This app has an entire developer suite embedded in this app, and it's fully native! ## Code Editor - Various Themes - Colored Syntax - Autocompletion - Minimap - Row Diff indicator ## File Explorer Move between your file like if you were at your main workstation. ## Git - Clone - Commit - Fetch - Push - Pull - Tag and more! ## Terminal An integrated Shell that support most of the commands available ( Yes, Curl is supported ;-) ) ## SSH Connect to a remote machine with no problems ## FTP / SFTP Since some of you was needing this, we've added support for it! The only app that will allow you to use your device like a real workstation! Code! Privacy Policy: https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/apppurchases-6fa17.appspot.com/o/PrivacyPolicy.html?alt=media&app=Code Terms of Service: https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/apppurchases-6fa17.appspot.com/o/TermsAndConditions.html?alt=media&app=Code Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

LingCode

Features
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LingCode brings AI-powered coding assistance to your iPad and iPhone. Chat with leading AI models to understand code, get suggestions, and answer questions about your projects. KEY FEATURES • Multiple AI Providers – Use OpenAI (GPT), Anthropic (Claude), DeepSeek, or Gemini. Switch providers in Settings and add your own API keys. • Project Context – Add a project folder from iCloud Drive or import from GitHub. LingCode uses your codebase to give relevant, contextual answers. • Code Browsing – Browse files, search by name or content, and view code in a clean reader. Tap "Ask about this file" to get explanations. • Voice Input – Dictate messages with the microphone button for hands-free coding help. • Multiple Chat Sessions – Create separate conversations, switch between them, and save prompts for quick reuse. • Share & Export – Share chat transcripts or export for your records. • Dark & Light Mode – Choose your preferred theme and adjust font size for comfortable reading. • Usage Tracking – See token usage and estimated cost per session in Settings. PERFECT FOR • Reviewing code on the go • Understanding unfamiliar codebases • Getting quick answers about syntax or patterns • Learning while browsing projects LingCode is a read-only assistant on iOS – it can read and explain code but does not edit files or run terminal commands. For full editing capabilities, use LingCode on Mac. Add your API key in Settings to get started. Your key is stored securely in the system Keychain.

Screenshots

Code4 screens
LingCode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LingCode at none against Code's 12. Code's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Code sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. LingCode asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Code ships an update every 2 days, LingCode every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Code versus LingCode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodeLingCode
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (33 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews38.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings33 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Vision ProiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size743 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMorella FolesaniHainanMandi Tech Inc

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Code

Subscriptions12
  • Code Pro3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Code Pro3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Code Pro$2.997 Days
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  • Code Pro3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Code Pro - Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Code Pro3 Days trial$12.991 Year
  • Code Pro$14.991 Year
  • Code Pro - Monthly7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Code Pro - Monthly3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Code Pro$19.991 Year
  • Code Pro$34.991 Year
  • Code Pro3 Days trial$69.991 Year
None

LingCode

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Code free?
Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LingCode free?
LingCode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Code or LingCode have ads?
Neither Code nor LingCode shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Code or LingCode?
Code ships an update every 2 days, and LingCode every 3 months. Most recently, Code was updated on September 12, 2026 and LingCode on September 8, 2026.

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