Comparison

CodeQuest by JGB vs C++ Starter

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

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About

CodeQuest by JGB

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CodeQuest is an app built by students for students. Jump in and learn Python and C++ through bite-sized lessons, satisfying quizzes, and a gamified progression system that keeps you coming back day after day. A note from the creator: CodeQuest was built by a first year community college student. Every lesson, feature, and line of code was crafted with the goal of making CS education as fun and accessible as our favorite games. I hope you guys like my project. Start your first lesson today :)

About

C++ Starter

Features
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C++ Starter is a coding and learning environment for beginners who want to learn C++ by writing and running real code. Start with the basics, then explore algorithms, games, graphical interfaces, and HTTP programming. Write, compile, and run C++17 programs directly on your iPhone or iPad. Provide input and view resultsβ€”all within the app, with no development environment to configure. Learn by Writing Code Start with 20 free C++ Basics lessons covering variables, input and output, conditions, loops, functions, strings, containers, structures, and classes. Continue with seven additional courses through Learning Pro: - C++ Data Processing and the Standard Library - Algorithms and Problem Solving - C++ Object-Oriented Programming and Project Organization - Console Tool Projects - Introduction to Game Programming - Introduction to GUI Programming - Introduction to HTTP Programming Course content is available in English, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese. Lessons focus on specific learning points and include explanations, examples, editable exercises, and reference solutions. Console exercises use local checks with test inputs and outputs, while game and GUI exercises provide interactive checklists. Build Beyond the Console - Use the standard library for data processing and algorithms - Explore games and graphics with raylib - Learn widgets, layouts, and events with TGUI - Work with HTTP requests and server routes using CPR and Crow - Edit and run client and server code within the same project A Practical C++ Workspace - Organize programs across multiple source files - Compile and run C++17 code on your device - Use preset input and interactive input - View program output and compilation diagnostics - Save your work automatically - Manage multiple projects and customize libraries, presentation modes, and server support with IDE Pro Local Coding, Networking When Needed No account is required. Project code is stored on your device, and compilation and execution happen locally without uploading your source code to developer servers. Network programs can access external services; data included in requests is sent to the servers specified by your code. Free Features and Optional Purchases C++ Starter includes the complete C++ Basics course and one editable standard C++ project for free. IDE Pro is an optional one-time purchase that provides multiple-project management and advanced project configuration. Learning Pro provides access to all paid courses available in your region for 1, 3, or 12 months. Purchases do not renew automatically. The editing and runtime features needed for course exercises are includedβ€”no separate IDE Pro purchase is required. Whether you are writing your first program or building a game, interface, or HTTP service, C++ Starter gives you a place to learn through code.

Screenshots

CodeQuest by JGB4 screens
C++ Starter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CodeQuest by JGB at none against C++ Starter's 1. CodeQuest by JGB also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. C++ Starter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CodeQuest by JGB asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
CodeQuest by JGB versus C++ Starter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodeQuest by JGBC++ Starter
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac β€” better
Requires iOS15.1 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size38 MB93 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJULIAN GIOVANNI BARBADozen Network Technology Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

CodeQuest by JGB

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

C++ Starter

One-time1
  • C++ Starter IDE Pro$2.99

Questions

Is CodeQuest by JGB free?
CodeQuest by JGB is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is C++ Starter free?
C++ Starter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CodeQuest by JGB or C++ Starter have ads?
Neither CodeQuest by JGB nor C++ Starter shows ads.

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