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Updated August 2026

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Web Inspector#1

Web Inspector by And a Dinosaur

Developer Console for Safari
Editor's Choice
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3.9😐(148 ratings)
Free
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This app provides a suite of web development tools for Safari on mobile devices. Inspect and edit the DOM, view element styles, execute JavaScript commands, monitor network requests, and examine stored resources like cookies.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Efficient web inspector
  • πŸ‘ Useful debugging tools
  • πŸ” Helpful for web development
  • πŸ’‘ Brings desktop-like functionality to mobile

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Crashes and bugs
  • πŸ” Limited functionality compared to desktop tools
  • πŸ” Inconsistent performance
Kodex#2

Kodex by Bruno Philipe Resende Silva

A powerful code editor
Strong Contender
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4.2😐(207 ratings)
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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.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Powerful code editor
  • πŸ‘ Well-integrated with iPad features
  • 🎨 Excellent syntax highlighting and theming
  • πŸ“ Broad file format support

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Frequent crashes and stability issues
  • πŸ” Lack of search and replace functionality
  • πŸ”€ Difficulty navigating between files
Blink Shell, Build & Code#3

Blink Shell, Build & Code by Blink Shell, Inc

The Pro tool for developers
Worth Considering
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3.1(414 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

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