Comparison

Pythona vs Python Editor

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

Head to head
About

Pythona

Run Python 3.14 and large language models entirely on-device with a full-featured IDE. Supports Jupyter-style notebooks, scientific computing libraries, and local AI inference without API keys.

Highlights
  • Jupyter-style notebooks
  • On-device AI & machine learning
  • Preinstalled scientific computing libraries
  • Local Python 3.14 environment
  • Smart code completion
  • Markdown file preview
Features
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Run Python — and large language models, fully on-device — right on your iPhone and iPad. Pythona is a full-featured Python 3.14 IDE that brings real scientific computing, notebooks, and local AI to your device. Jupyter-style notebooks Write and run Python in cells, just like Jupyter — charts, tables, images, and math render inline. Open, edit, and save .ipynb files to run data analysis and experiments anywhere. On-device AI & machine learning Run large language models entirely on-device with MLX, Apple's ML framework for Apple Silicon — inference runs locally, no API keys required. Try the included local LLM demo to get started in seconds. Scientific computing, preinstalled NumPy, SciPy, scikit-learn, Pandas, Matplotlib, OpenCV and more come precompiled and ready to import. A local Python environment - Python 3.14 with popular libraries - Smart, fast code completion - Syntax highlighting for many languages (JavaScript, C, Rust, Go, HTML, CSS, Shell, and more) - Markdown file preview - Create, save, and organize your scripts, and install more pure-Python packages via the built-in package manager Whether you're prototyping ML ideas, running data analysis, or learning Python on the go, Pythona puts a genuinely capable Python environment in your pocket.

About

Python Editor

Features
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Write, run, debug, and manage Python projects anywhere with Python Editor — a powerful, professional Python IDE designed for iPhone and iPad. Whether you're learning Python, building automation scripts, developing web applications, analysing data, or working on machine learning projects, Python Editor provides everything you need in one modern mobile development environment. Enjoy a fast, native code editor with intelligent syntax highlighting, autocomplete, code navigation, project management, integrated Python runtime, debugging tools, Git support, package management, and much more. Create scripts, build complete applications, manage virtual environments, and work with popular Python libraries directly from your iOS device. Features • Professional Python code editor • Run Python scripts locally • Integrated Python 3 interpreter • Smart code completion and IntelliSense • Syntax highlighting for multiple languages • Project and workspace management • Multi-tab editing • Split editor support • Code folding and minimap • Search and replace across projects • Auto indentation and code formatting • Built-in terminal and interactive Python REPL • Breakpoints and advanced debugging tools • Integrated Git client with commit, push, pull, branches, and history • Package manager with pip support • Virtual environments (venv) • Jupyter Notebook support • Markdown editor and live preview • Unit testing with unittest and pytest • Linting and code quality analysis • Support for Flask, FastAPI, Django, NumPy, Pandas, Requests, OpenCV, Matplotlib, and more • Import and export projects easily • iCloud Drive and Files app integration • External keyboard shortcuts for iPad • Dark Mode and Light Mode • Widgets and Shortcuts support • Optimised for iPhone and iPad Built for Every Python Developer Whether you're a beginner writing your first "Hello World" program or an experienced developer managing large Python projects, Python Editor delivers a fast, reliable, and intuitive coding experience. Work on automation scripts, web APIs, data science notebooks, educational projects, backend services, and more—all from your mobile device. We currently offer the following auto-renewing subscription option: - $34.99 per year - $7.99 per month By subscribing you get unlimited access to effects and remove advertisement. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. • 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://tos.atlantismobileapps.com Privacy Policy: https://privacy.atlantismobileapps.com

Screenshots

Pythona4 screens
Python Editor3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: Pythona at #209 against Python Editor's unranked. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Pythona sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Python Editor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 10 level
Pythona versus Python Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPythonaPython Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#209 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size560 MB201 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer志远 刘Nguyen Nam Giang

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Pythona

One-time1
  • Pythona Pro$9.99
3 purchases

Python Editor

Subscriptions2
  • Python Editor Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Python Editor Pro Yearly$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Python Editor Pro Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Pythona free?
Pythona is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Python Editor free?
Python Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pythona or Python Editor have ads?
Neither Pythona nor Python Editor shows ads.

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