# PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor vs PyStudio

The clearest difference is rating: PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor at 4.8 against PyStudio's 4.0. PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (44 vs 1). PyStudio's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (100% vs 91%). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. PyStudio asks for nothing beyond the download.

PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor has 44 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 91% of PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor's written reviews are positive against 100% of PyStudio's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor ships an update every 10 days, PyStudio every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor | PyStudio |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (44 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pythonide-python-3-code-editor/id6753987304/reviews)** | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pystudio-learn-and-run-python/id6757801172/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **44** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 91.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#172** | — |
| Size | 716 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [文禄 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/1845798016) | [Ganesh Kalwane](https://appshunter.io/developer/1808677857) |

## What reviewers say

### PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pythonide-python-3-code-editor/id6753987304)

**Currently charting:** #172 Top Free · Developer Tools, #198 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app provides a comprehensive Python development environment on mobile devices. It supports local code execution, debugging, notebook editing, web development, and even AI-assisted coding. Access a wide range of libraries and build native applications directly from your iPhone or iPad.

**Highlights:** Local Python 3 execution, Syntax highlighting and completion, Interactive debugging tools, .ipynb notebook support, Multi-file web project development, Bundled native extension packages, AI-assisted coding agent

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PythonIDE Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| PythonIDE Pro Yearly | $12.99 | per year |
| Donate · Chicken Leg | $0.99 | one-time |
| Donate · Lollipop | $0.99 | one-time |
| Donate · Bubble Tea | $0.99 | one-time |
| Feed Dev Poop | $0.99 | one-time |
| 200次调用包 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 500 AI Calls Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| PythonIDE Pro Legacy | $7.99 | one-time |
| PythonIDE Pro Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |


### PyStudio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pystudio-learn-and-run-python/id6757801172)

This mobile application serves as a comprehensive Python development environment, allowing users to write, compile, and run Python code directly on their devices. It supports data science libraries and machine learning model training, offering a VS Code-like coding experience with intelligent suggestions and debugging tools.

**Highlights:** Python 3 compiler and interpreter, Monaco Editor with VS Code experience, NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib support, Machine learning model training, Step-by-step debugging, Code suggestions and error detection, Save and manage multiple programs

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor free?

PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PyStudio free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor or PyStudio?

PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor is rated higher. PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor averages 4.8 out of 5 from 44 ratings, while PyStudio averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor or PyStudio have ads?

PyStudio shows ads; PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor does not.

### Which is updated more often, PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor or PyStudio?

PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor ships an update every 10 days, and PyStudio every 2 weeks. Most recently, PythonIDE Python 3 Code Editor was updated on November 9, 2026 and PyStudio on November 5, 2026.

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