Comparison

Sketch Lua vs C/C++ Programming Compiler

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

Head to head
About

Sketch Lua

Edit and run Lua code directly on your iOS device. Features a code editor with syntax highlighting and an interactive console for direct code execution, ideal for learning the Lua programming language.

Highlights
  • Lua code editor
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Auto indent
  • Interactive console
  • Direct code execution
Features
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Sketch Lua is a IOS device on the Lua language editing and operation procedures. Can be used for learning to learn Lua programming language. Contains the following functions: 1 code editor: syntax highlighting, auto indent 2 console interactive input: you can enter the Lua code directly in the console, running at a more direct, learning Lua language.

About

C/C++ Programming Compiler

Write and execute C/C++ code directly on your mobile device. This application supports the latest compilers and offers advanced editing features for learning and testing code snippets. It allows for easy file management and sharing.

Highlights
  • Compile and run C/C++ programs
  • View program output and errors
  • Select C++ compiler standards (C++98 to C++23)
  • Multithreading support
  • Custom keyboard for special characters
  • Advanced source code editor with syntax highlighting
  • File management and sharing (AirDrop, iCloud)
Features
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Write C/C++ code directly on your iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch! This app supports the latest C/C++ compilers and is ideal for learning and testing code snippets! C++ is a general-purpose programming language created by Bjarne Stroustrup as an extension of the C programming language, or "C with Classes". The language has expanded significantly over time, and modern C++ has object-oriented, generic, and functional features in addition to facilities for low-level memory manipulation. Features: - Compile and run your program - View program output or detailed error - Choose between C++ compiler standards (ISO/IEC 14882) namely: C++98, C++03, C++11, C++14, C++17, C++20, C++23 - Multithreading support - Custom keyboard for easy input of frequently used characters - Optimized for connecting with external physical/bluetooth keyboard - Advanced source code editor with syntax highlighting, bracket completion and line numbers - Open, save, import and share C/C++ files. Supports File Sharing with iTunes Connect, AirDrop and iCloud. - Language reference Limitations: - Internet connection is required for compilation - Maximum program running time is 20s - One file can be run at a time - Some file system, network and graphics functions may be limited - This is a batch compiler; interactive programs are not supported. For example, if your program provides an input prompt, enter the input in the Input tab prior to compilation.

Screenshots

Sketch Lua4 screens
C/C++ Programming Compiler4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sketch Lua at none against C/C++ Programming Compiler's 1. Sketch Lua also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (3.7 vs 3.3). C/C++ Programming Compiler's advantage is ratings volume (116 vs 30). On price 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. C/C++ Programming Compiler sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Sketch Lua asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sketch Lua holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 30 and 116 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Sketch Lua's written reviews are positive against 50% of C/C++ Programming Compiler's.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Sketch Lua versus C/C++ Programming Compiler: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSketch LuaC/C++ Programming Compiler
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (30 ratings) — better3.3 (116 ratings)
Positive reviews67.7% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings30116 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better12
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer辉 马Ketan Appa

Customer experience

Sketch Lua

All ratings30 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral10.0%
Negative23.3%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive67.7%
Neutral9.7%
Negative22.6%

C/C++ Programming Compiler

All ratings116 ratings
Positive52.6%
Neutral10.3%
Negative37.1%
Written reviews168 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral13.7%
Negative36.3%

In-app purchases

None

Sketch Lua

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

C/C++ Programming Compiler

One-time1
  • Upgrade$2.99

Questions

Is Sketch Lua free?
Sketch Lua is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is C/C++ Programming Compiler free?
C/C++ Programming Compiler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Sketch Lua or C/C++ Programming Compiler?
Sketch Lua is rated higher. Sketch Lua averages 3.7 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while C/C++ Programming Compiler averages 3.3 from 116 ratings.
Do Sketch Lua or C/C++ Programming Compiler have ads?
C/C++ Programming Compiler shows ads; Sketch Lua does not.

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