# Script vs Code Runner

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Script at none against Code Runner's 2. Script also leads on ads (none vs shown). Code Runner's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.2) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 26.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Code Runner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Script asks for nothing beyond the download.

Code Runner holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 2 respectively.

Script ships an update monthly, Code Runner every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Script | Code Runner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/script-js-and-ts-editor/id6758113399/reviews) | **[4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-runner-compiler/id6783243468/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 15 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nicholas Glidden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1800085542) | [Omer Faruk BAGCI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1850264269) |

## What reviewers say

### Script

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/script-js-and-ts-editor/id6758113399)

Write and execute JavaScript and TypeScript code directly on your iPhone or iPad. This app offers a clutter-free environment with syntax highlighting and customizable settings for efficient coding on the go.

**Highlights:** Write and run JavaScript & TypeScript, File management (create, rename, delete), Syntax highlighting, Customizable editor settings, Light and dark mode, Full iPad support

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Code Runner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-runner-compiler/id6783243468)

This app functions as a mobile compiler and code editor, allowing users to write and execute real code in multiple programming languages. It offers a secure cloud sandbox for instant output and a touch-optimized editor with features like syntax highlighting and autocomplete. Users can save and reuse code snippets and work offline.

**Highlights:** Run code in 8 languages, Secure cloud sandbox execution, Real-time output and error display, Touch-optimized code editor, Syntax highlighting and autocomplete, Save and reuse code snippets, Offline code editing

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CodeRunner Pro | $3.99 | per month |
| CodeRunner Pro (Annual) | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Script free?

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

### Is Code Runner free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Script or Code Runner?

Code Runner is rated higher. Script averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Code Runner averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do Script or Code Runner have ads?

Code Runner shows ads; Script does not.

### Which is updated more often, Script or Code Runner?

Script ships an update monthly, and Code Runner every 4 weeks. Most recently, Script was updated on October 31, 2026 and Code Runner on October 31, 2026.

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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.*