Comparison

eNES vs Python Coding

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

Head to head
About

eNES

Play your favorite NES and SNES games with this emulator. Import your own game files and enjoy features like save states, customizable controls, and even Apple Watch compatibility. An optional PRO upgrade unlocks advanced features and removes ads.

Highlights
  • NES and SNES support
  • Import game files
  • Save states and auto-load
  • Customizable on-screen controls
  • External controller support
  • TAS tools for input recording
  • Apple Watch play
Features
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eNES plays NES and SNES games from your own files, all in one app. Import, tap, play. Features: • NES and SNES in a single app • Your own library: import .nes, .sfc and .smc files, or open them straight from Files • Save states, autosave and auto-load of your last save: pick up right where you left off • On-screen controls you can customize: opacity, size and skin • Turbo A/B buttons (PRO) • Scanline filters, CRT filters and color palettes (PRO) • Haptic feedback • External controllers, including pads iOS doesn't treat as standard. Touch buttons hide while one is connected (you can turn this off) • TAS tools: record and replay your inputs, frame by frame • Play on Apple Watch (NES) • Reset from inside the game • Manage or cancel your subscription from Settings; PRO keeps working offline • Available in 33 languages Free with ads. The optional PRO upgrade removes them and unlocks extra features. eNES is an independent app, not affiliated with any hardware maker. No games are included; use your own files. Terms: https://mattials.com/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://mattials.com/privacy/

About

Python Coding

This app provides a powerful Python IDE for mobile devices, allowing users to write, run, and learn Python 3 code offline. It includes features for data science, interactive tutorials, and coding challenges, making it ideal for learners and developers.

Highlights
  • Powerful Python IDE with syntax highlighting
  • Offline Python 3 runtime
  • Live code execution with real-time output
  • Data science libraries (NumPy, pandas, Matplotlib)
  • Interactive Python tutorials
  • PyPI package manager
  • Coding challenges
Features
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Python Coding – Code Python Anytime, Anywhere Code Python on your Phone and Pad with Python Coding – a powerful, mobile-first Python IDE designed for learners, developers, and data enthusiasts. Write, run, and explore Python code with an advanced editor, full-featured offline runtime, and built-in tutorials. Whether you're scripting simple programs or building data science models, Python Coding makes it seamless. Core Features • Offline Python 3 Runtime – Run Python scripts anytime, fully offline with no internet required. • Instant Code Execution – Run and test Python code instantly with real-time output. • Data Science Ready – NumPy, pandas, Matplotlib, and scikit-learn included out of the box. • Smart Code Editor – Featuring syntax highlighting, auto-indentation, code completion, line numbers, indent guides, and bracket matching. • Smart Editing Tools – Undo & redo, file history snapshots, find & replace, multi-line drag selection, indent/outdent, and quick comment actions. • Code Quality Tools – PEP 8 auto-formatting and real-time syntax checking with inline error highlighting. • Matplotlib Visualization – Create clean, professional charts and graphs directly on your device. • PyPI Package Manager – Install and manage Python libraries directly in-app. • Project File System – Organize and manage multiple scripts and projects effortlessly. • Interactive Tutorials – Learn Python, NumPy, pandas, Matplotlib, and scikit-learn step by step. • Coding Challenges – Practice your skills with interactive Python challenges across multiple difficulty levels. • Python Game Playground – Explore 34 interactive Python games, view the source code, and learn game development with pygame step by step. • Dark Mode & Themes – Customize your workspace with themes and fonts. • Quick Input Keyboard – Speed up coding with easy access to :, (), {}, and more. • iCloud Drive Integration – Access, edit, and sync your Python files across iPhone and iPad seamlessly. Turn your Phone or Pad into a full-featured Python development environment. Download Python Coding and start coding anytime, anywhere! --- Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Terms of use https://septudio.com/terms-of-use and privacy policy https://septudio.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

eNES4 screens
Python Coding4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Python Coding at 71% against eNES's 37%. Python Coding also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 185). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. eNES sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Python Coding sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Python Coding holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Python Coding has 1.2K ratings behind it against 185, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of eNES's written reviews are positive against 71% of Python Coding's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
eNES versus Python Coding: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereNESPython Coding
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (185 ratings)4.8 (1.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews36.8% of reviews71.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1851.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#121#41 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB321 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperMattia La Spina婉媚 邵

Customer experience

eNES

All ratings185 ratings
Positive83.8%
Neutral4.9%
Negative11.4%
Written reviews57 reviews
Positive36.8%
Neutral14.0%
Negative49.1%

Python Coding

All ratings1,206 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral1.7%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews66 reviews
Positive71.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.8%

User reviews

eNES

From 185 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great emulator for retro games
  • 🚀 Supports Dendy, Sega, and SNES games
  • 📦 Lightweight and easy to use
  • 🌟 Good support from developers
  • ✅ No ads reported by one user

Room to improve

  • 👎 Controls are difficult and unresponsive
  • 👎 Directional buttons are problematic
  • 👎 Games often unplayable due to controls
  • 👎 Lacks essential buttons like reset
  • 👎 Some games have missing audio tracks

Python Coding

From 1.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Comfortable usage
  • 👍 Easier than on laptop
  • 👍 Good for training
  • 👍 Seamless interface
  • 👍 Supports Matplotlib

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes
  • 🔒 Requires Pro mode for many features
  • 🐛 Keyboard won't pull up
  • 🐛 Gave unexpected error

Bugs and requests

eNES

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • Reset button missing
  • Games cannot be restarted
  • Audio issues with missing tracks
  • Back button doesn't work occasionally
  • Diagonal directions don't work
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  • No fluid switch for directions
  • Left direction sometimes doesn't work
  • App turns off while playing
  • ROMs larger than 200K not supported
  • Games crash randomly
  • Files don't exist or are corrupted error
  • Unable to press A and B buttons simultaneously
  • Cannot add ROMs easily
  • Some ROMs don't load
  • App crashes when trying to open ROMs
  • App closes unexpectedly
  • App doesn't recognize touch input properly
  • Main menu swipe doesn't work well

Requested features

15 requests
  • Add Game Genie codes function
  • Improve D-pad for sliding
  • Add customization to button layout
  • Support for Bluetooth controllers
  • Add reset button functionality
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  • Improve ROM compatibility
  • Add a file manager
  • Support for custom skins
  • More image output settings
  • Ability to change background color
  • Support for 8-directional controls
  • Add import function/directory
  • Fix A and B button simultaneous press
  • Add turbo button functionality
  • Add corner buttons

Python Coding

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Keyboard won't pull up
  • Gave unexpected error

Requested features

2 requests
  • Add support for Git
  • Implement more advanced Python modules and libraries

In-app purchases

2 purchases

eNES

Subscriptions2
  • eNES PRO mounth sub$0.991 Month
  • eNES Subscription yearly7 Days trial$7.991 Year
3 purchases

Python Coding

Subscriptions2
  • Python Coding Pro$3.991 Month
  • Python Coding Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Python Coding Pro$39.99

Questions

Is eNES free?
eNES is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Python Coding free?
Python Coding is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, eNES or Python Coding?
Python Coding is rated higher. eNES averages 4.4 out of 5 from 185 ratings, while Python Coding averages 4.8 from 1.2K ratings.
Do eNES or Python Coding have ads?
Both eNES and Python Coding show ads.
Which is updated more often, eNES or Python Coding?
eNES ships an update every 2 weeks, and Python Coding every 2 weeks. Most recently, eNES was updated on November 5, 2026 and Python Coding on November 4, 2026.
Which is more popular, eNES or Python Coding?
eNES currently peaks at #121 in the App Store charts, and Python Coding at #41. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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