Comparison

Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug ) vs C/C++$

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

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About

Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug )

This app allows users to edit and run C programming language code directly on their iOS devices. It features a code editor with syntax highlighting and auto-indentation, along with local compilation and debugging tools.

Highlights
  • Offline C code editing
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Auto-indentation
  • Local compilation
  • Debugging tools
  • Built-in libraries
Features
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SketchC is a IOS device on the C language editing and operation procedures. Can be used for learning to learn C programming language. Contains the following functions: 1 code editor: syntax highlighting, auto indent 2 code is compiled to run: direct local compile operation, does not need the network. Add Library posix, ipc, zlib, socket, sqlite3, jpeg, opengles1-3, Core Foundation(based iOS sdk7.0), Core Graphics(based iOS sdk7.0), Debug: Help: ? : help help : help /[keyword] : search keyword in help information Source: v {[line]}: view source code {around [line]} V [stack] : view source code in function call stack t : show function call stack Evaluation: p [expr] : evaluate expression (no declaration/loop/condition) Evaluation: s [expr] : step into expression (no declaration/loop/condition) Evaluation: S [expr] : step over expression (no declaration/loop/condition) {[statements]} : evaluate statement (any kind) Monitor: g {[var]} : list global variable l {[var]} : list local variable proto {[scope]::}[func] : show function prototype typedef {name} : show typedefs function : show interpreted functions macro : show macro functions template : show templates include : show include paths file : show loaded files where : show current file position return [val] : return undefined symbol value Run: S : step over function/loop s : step into function/loop i : ignore and step over c {[line]}: continue {to [line]} e : step out from function b [line] : set break point db [line] : delete break point a [assert]: break only if assertion is true Quit: q : quit

About

C/C++$

This tool facilitates efficient C/C++ learning and programming with offline compilation and local execution. It offers extensive code editing features, cloud storage, Git integration, and convenient file sharing options.

Highlights
  • Offline compilation and local execution
  • Code templates and autocompletion
  • Git fetching from GitHub and Gitee
  • LAN HTTP/FTP file transfer
  • iCloud storage and multi-device sync
  • Built-in browser for learning materials
  • File management and format support
Features
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This is a learning tool for efficient C/C++ learning, fast programming, 【offline compilation and local execution】, Git fetching, iCloud storage, and efficient transfer and sharing via LAN HTTP/FTP multi-point connections. (^.^) It aspires to help you who want to learn, develop, or improve! ! ! (^.^) (^.^) Enjoy colorful learning materials at your fingertips and run examples while learning, making it easy to understand and efficient. (^.^) Enjoy code templates, autocomplate, auto-indentation, code coloring, symbol completion, a symbol keyboard, text search, multi-file search, multi-line indentation, multi-line comments, code formatting, making development more convenient. (^.^) Enjoy easy iCloud storage and multi-device synchronization for efficient collaboration. (^.^) Get source code projects from gitee.com and GitHub with Git. (^.^) Connect to your LAN or Bluetooth and efficiently transfer files via HTTP/FTP multi-point connections. (^.^) Use the built-in browser to easily search for learning materials. Simply select code in the built-in browser to run it. (^.^) Open files in C, CPP, txt, PDF, CHM, MP3, M4V, zip, GIF, PNG, HTML, PY, doc, and other formats from the file system. (^.^) Create folders, files, move files, import files, import photos, import videos, generate audio and video, compress files, and control file sorting from the file system. (^.^) Use gestures like 【left and right swipe】 to switch interfaces quickly and easily. (^.^) Adjust code color, font size, and line spacing for a more comfortable reading experience. (^.^) Customize background images, background colors, text colors, Key colors, shadows, text fonts, text size, background animations, interface transition animations, and the number and order of tabs on the main interface to create your own personalized learning software. (^.^) Generate QR codes for C/C++ scripts and learning materials at your leisure, and scan them to access the scripts and learning materials. (^.^) Share C/C++ scripts and learning materials via email, Weibo, Twitter, and Facebook. Code Templates - The contents of a new file will be copied from the code template. For any questions or suggestions, please contact the developer: QQ: 1301367159 WeChat: 1301367159

Screenshots

Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug )4 screens
C/C++$4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: C/C++$ at 79% against Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug )'s 32%. C/C++$ also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (72 vs 1). Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug )'s advantage is price (Free vs $2.99) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug ) is free to download; C/C++$ costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

C/C++$ holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: C/C++$ has 72 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug )'s written reviews are positive against 79% of C/C++$'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug ) ships an update every 5 weeks, C/C++$ every 4 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug ) versus C/C++$: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug )C/C++$
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.5 (72 ratings) — better
Positive reviews32.3% of reviews79.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings172 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS7.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB87 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer辉 马小文 黄

Customer experience

Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug )

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive32.3%
Neutral12.9%
Negative54.8%

C/C++$

All ratings72 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral5.6%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews67 reviews
Positive79.1%
Neutral9.0%
Negative11.9%

Bugs and requests

Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug )

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

C/C++$

Reported bugs

23 issues
  • iWatch manual does not work
  • iWatch manual text is missing and unreadable
  • App only operates properly on one Apple Watch at a time
  • Missing getline function
  • Does not run on older iPads
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  • Complex programs encounter issues, including crashes
  • Error messages are in Chinese
  • Dynamic memory functionality appears not to work
  • Cannot import files
  • Interface is confusing
  • Simple codes do not work
  • Template not supported well (e.g., std::sort fails)
  • C++11 support is optional
  • Annoying buttons that cost 'gold' (money)
  • Horizontal screen display is problematic
  • Input method and shortcut bar block the screen
  • Symbol keyboard reappears after hiding
  • Smart Punctuation settings cause issues
  • Cannot change font size in the editor
  • Cannot change background color
  • Execute button only returns output if there is an error
  • fgets doesn't work
  • Crashes occasionally

Requested features

18 requests
  • Fix iWatch manual functionality
  • Enable app on multiple Apple Watches
  • Add getline function
  • Improve compatibility with older iPads
  • Fix issues with complex programs
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  • Improve error message clarity
  • Add support for dynamic memory
  • Enable file import
  • Simplify the interface
  • Improve horizontal screen display
  • Fix symbol keyboard re-appearance
  • Allow font size adjustment
  • Allow background color change
  • Improve tutorial beginner-friendliness
  • Add a directional pad for cursor
  • Optimize iPad screen layout
  • Make the interface more concise
  • Add keyboard shortcuts for font zoom

In-app purchases

None

Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug )

No in-app purchases

None

C/C++$

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug ) free?
Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug ) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is C/C++$ free?
C/C++$ costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug ) or C/C++$?
C/C++$ is rated higher. Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug ) averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while C/C++$ averages 4.5 from 72 ratings.
Do Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug ) or C/C++$ have ads?
Neither Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug ) nor C/C++$ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug ) or C/C++$?
Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug ) ships an update every 5 weeks, and C/C++$ every 4 months. Most recently, Sketch C ( Offline Compiler,Debug ) was updated on November 1, 2026 and C/C++$ on November 1, 2026.

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