Best apps like Git client - Working Copy

Whether you want more options like Git client or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Git client

Jayson by Simon B. Støvring

JSON editor with Shortcuts

Editor's Choice

4.5😊(425 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

#100in Developer Tools

This app allows you to view and edit JSON files directly on your device. It offers features like tabbed browsing, split-screen comparisons, and integration with Siri Shortcuts and the Share Sheet for easy JSON parsing and management.

What We Love

👍 Elegant and intuitive JSON editing interface
🎯 Perfect for FNF mod development and updates
📱 Excellent iOS implementation with native feel
🔧 Powerful JSON manipulation capabilities
⚡ Great Shortcuts and URL scheme integration
📂 Effective file navigation and viewing
✨ Beautiful UI design and visual presentation
🆓 Free core functionality available
🎨 Tab support for multiple files
💪 Lifesaver for developers and power users

Room to Improve

🐛 Frequent crashes and instability issues
🔋 High battery consumption and device heating
❌ Missing search functionality
📵 Safari browser support issues
🔒 Limited free features, paywall for advanced options
⚙️ Confusing UI navigation on iPhone
🤔 Steep learning curve for some users
📊 Poor performance with large files
😞 Inadequate customer support and response times

Swifty Compiler: Swift IDE by Hassan Taleb

Code Editor & Playground

Strong Contender

4.5😐(194 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

#39in Developer Tools

Write, run, and experiment with Swift code on your mobile device. This app functions as a personal playground for testing algorithms, prototyping ideas, and enhancing coding skills with a variety of editing tools.

What We Love

🚀 Fast code execution
👍 Easy to use interface
💡 Great for on-the-go coding
✨ Good for learning Swift
✅ Useful for testing logic
📱 Mobile playground alternative
🎨 Beautiful UI design
⌨️ Convenient custom keyboard
📸 Useful code screenshots
✍️ Good for jotting down ideas
💡 Supports Linux server for code execution
🌟 Impressive for limitations

Room to Improve

💰 High cost for features
⚠️ Limited free usage
💸 Subscription model criticized
🚫 No offline mode
🤔 Unreasonable charging logic
❌ Refusal to refund
📉 Limited Swift version support
🤷‍♂️ Confusing software charging
😵 Overly complicated for some
🚫 Cannot save projects without paying
🚫 Only 10 tests allowed for free
🚫 Cannot use Date or Calendar types
🚫 Misleading screenshots about Swift version

Runestone Text Editor by Simon B. Støvring

Edit plain text and code

Worth Considering

4.7😊(2K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

#41in Developer Tools

A powerful plain text and code editor for iPhone and iPad. Offers syntax highlighting, line numbers, find and replace, and extensive customization options for developers and writers.

What We Love

💎 Excellent text editor
🚀 Smooth and responsive
🎨 Customizable themes and appearance
🔒 Secure file storage and sync
👍 Clean and intuitive interface
💰 Good value for premium version
🤖 Helpful developer

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
🔍 Difficulty navigating files/folders
📝 Limited functionality without premium
🔌 Performance issues on older devices
🔒 Difficulty accessing files in cloud storage

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Kodex

A powerful code editor

Multi-caret editingRegex search and replaceMinimap for navigation

An advanced code editor for iOS devices, offering desktop-class features like multi-caret editing, regex search, and syntax highlighting for over 150 languages. It integrates with the Files app and supports external keyboards for a seamless coding experience.

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Text, Coding, SFTP Client, SSH

Textastic Code Editor

Syntax highlighting for 80+ languagesSFTP, FTP, WebDAV, and Dropbox clientBuilt-in SSH terminal

A powerful text and code editor for mobile devices, offering syntax highlighting for over 80 languages, code completion, and formatting tools. It allows connection to various servers and cloud storage for seamless file management and editing.

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subscription

Hardware and software details

Device Info Tool

Detailed hardware informationComprehensive software specificationsStorage capacity details

Gain in-depth knowledge of your mobile device's hardware and software. Explore detailed specifications including storage, battery health, network details, sensors, and OS version through an intuitive interface. Ideal for users seeking to understand their device's capabilities.

(5)

ad-supported

Inspect HTTPS / Socket Request

Network Sniffer

Deep network analysis with visual reportsCapture HTTP/HTTPS/WebSocket trafficExternal proxy for custom inspection

Analyze your device's network activity to understand app behavior. Identify which apps are connecting to the internet, their data usage, and potential privacy risks. Gain control over your network with detailed visual reports and advanced inspection tools.

(188)

Debug Anywhere

Inspect web / DevTools

Webpage inspection toolsUser-Agent switcherJavaScript injection

This app provides a comprehensive suite of tools for web developers to inspect and debug web pages within a WebView environment. It offers features like source code inspection, network diagnostics, and JavaScript injection to streamline the development process.

(54)

Blink Shell, Build & Code

The Pro tool for developers

Mosh and SSH connectionsVS Code integration (Blink Code)Remote runtime creation (Blink Build)

Transform your iOS device into a powerful terminal for coding and development. Leverage Mosh and SSH for stable, fast connections. Integrate with VS Code and manage your entire development workflow from your pocket.

(418)

nRF Device Firmware Update

by Nordic Semiconductor ASA

Over-The-Air Device Firmware Upgrade (OTA-DFU)Bluetooth LE connectivitySupports nRF5x Series chips

This application enables Over-The-Air Device Firmware Upgrade (OTA-DFU) for nRF5 devices using Bluetooth LE. It supports updating firmware in .zip format, prepared with the 'nrf util' tool.

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free