Comparison

Python Studio vs PythonIDE

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

Head to head
About

Python Studio

This app transforms your iOS device into a portable Python programming studio. It offers a smooth and efficient coding experience for beginners and experienced developers alike, with features like instant script execution and smart coding assistance.

Highlights
  • Write and run Python scripts instantly
  • Smart coding assistance (syntax highlighting, auto-completion)
  • Cross-device file management
  • Integrated learning browser
  • Flexible multi-window support
Features
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This app turns your iOS device into a portable Python programming studio. Designed specifically for iPhone and iPad, it brings convenience and power to Python coding on mobile! Whether you're a beginner exploring the world of code or an experienced developer, you’ll enjoy a smooth and efficient coding experience—intuitive interaction lowers the learning curve, while rich features cover all aspects of development. Every keystroke becomes a joy, unlocking the freedom to code anytime, anywhere. Highlights: ● Write and run scripts instantly: No complex setup needed. Write, edit, and run Python scripts directly on your iOS device with real-time feedback, so your ideas come to life faster. ● Smart coding assistance: Syntax highlighting improves readability, auto-indentation keeps your code tidy, and intelligent code completion reduces errors—so you can stay focused and code efficiently. ● Cross-device file management: Built-in lightweight file tools let you seamlessly sync projects between your computer and mobile device. No more hassle managing files. ● Integrated learning browser: A built-in browser gives you direct access to programming resources without switching apps. Look up documentation, follow tutorials, study examples, and write code simultaneously—double your learning efficiency. ● Flexible multi-window support: Open multiple windows at once. Drag to adjust positions, resize with ease, compare code side-by-side, or reference materials while coding—handling multiple tasks has never been smoother. ► Unlimited Access Membership Subscription ● This subscription gives you unlimited access to all features in the app. ● Subscriptions are billed weekly, monthly, or annually based on the plan you choose. ● Your iTunes account will be charged once you confirm the purchase. ● You can turn off auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. Otherwise, it will automatically renew. ● Payment will be deducted from your account 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period, depending on your selected plan. Privacy Policy: http://www.dazhuogroup.com/pythonstudio/privacy_statement_en.php Terms of Use: http://www.dazhuogroup.com/pythonstudio/terms_of_use_en.php

About

PythonIDE

This app transforms your iPhone and iPad into a local development environment for Python and web projects. It supports multi-file HTML/CSS/JavaScript editing, Python 3.14.7 execution with debugging, and AI-powered code assistance. Create notebooks, native MiniApps, widgets, and automate tasks, with integrated Git and SSH capabilities.

Highlights
  • Local Python 3.14.7 execution
  • Multi-file HTML/CSS/JavaScript editing
  • AI-powered code generation and debugging
  • Jupyter Notebook support
  • Native MiniApp and widget creation
  • SSH, SFTP, and Git integration
Features
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PythonIDE turns iPhone and iPad into a local Python and Web development workspace. Run Python 3.14.7, build multi-file HTML/CSS/JavaScript projects, and turn code into notebooks, native MiniApps, widgets, and automations. HTML / CSS / JavaScript • Edit multi-file HTML, CSS, and JavaScript projects • Use offline completion and formatting for HTML/CSS, plus relative asset-path completion • Preview pages instantly with local images, scripts, styles, and other project resources • Inspect console output and resource-loading, Promise, and fetch errors in the built-in console Python Development & Debugging • Run Python 3.14.7 locally on your device • Use interactive input, launch arguments, ANSI/Rich output, images, and charts • Debug with breakpoints, step controls, call stacks, and a variable viewer • Use bundled scientific and development libraries, and install compatible pure-Python packages from PyPI AI Agent • Let the Agent understand project context, create or edit files, run code, and continue fixing issues from execution results • Git, SSH, web, and native tool calls are governed by permission and confirmation policies Notebooks & Native MiniApps • Open and edit .ipynb files, run cells, and display Markdown, HTML, images, and charts • Build MiniApps with native interfaces using Python + AppUI • Create widgets, Shortcuts, and automation workflows SSH, SFTP & Git • Connect over SSH with a password or key and verify host fingerprints • Browse, edit, upload, and download files over SFTP • Work with Git status and diffs, staging, commits, branches, remotes, and conflicts • Access WebDAV, Files, and iCloud Drive AI, remote connections, and some online features require a network connection. Installable packages must be compatible with iOS and the current Python version. Some features require Pro. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://pythonide.xin/privacy/

Screenshots

Python Studio4 screens
PythonIDE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: PythonIDE at #196 against Python Studio's unranked. PythonIDE also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks). Python Studio's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 91%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Python Studio sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and PythonIDE sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Python Studio ships an update every 3 weeks, PythonIDE every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Python Studio versus PythonIDE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPython StudioPythonIDE
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (44 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better91.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—44 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
Best chart rank—#196 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.2
Further details — not scored
Size478 MB682 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperShanghai Dazhuo Information Technology Co., Ltd.文禄 张

Customer experience

Python Studio

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

PythonIDE

All ratings44 ratings
Positive95.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews89 reviews
Positive91.0%
Neutral5.6%
Negative3.4%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Python Studio

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription$2.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription3 Days trial$24.991 Year
17 purchases

PythonIDE

Subscriptions2
  • PythonIDE Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • PythonIDE Pro Yearly$12.991 Year
One-time15
  • Donate · Chicken Leg$0.99
  • Donate · Lollipop$0.99
  • Donate · Bubble Tea$0.99
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  • Feed Dev Poop$0.99
  • Lifetime Premium Upgrade$1.99
  • Connect Your Own AI$1.99
  • SSH Server Management$1.99
  • 200次调用包$2.99
  • Lifetime Premium (Upgrade)$3.99
  • Lifetime Premium (Upgrade)$4.99
  • Lifetime Premium (Upgrade)$5.99
  • 500 AI Calls Pack$7.99
  • PythonIDE Pro Legacy$7.99
  • Lifetime Premium$7.99
  • PythonIDE Pro Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Python Studio free?
Python Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PythonIDE free?
PythonIDE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Python Studio or PythonIDE have ads?
Neither Python Studio nor PythonIDE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Python Studio or PythonIDE?
Python Studio ships an update every 3 weeks, and PythonIDE every 10 days. Most recently, Python Studio was updated on October 30, 2026 and PythonIDE on October 30, 2026.

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