Textastic Code Editor vs Developer Tools
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Textastic Code Editor
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.
- Syntax highlighting for 80+ languages
- SFTP, FTP, WebDAV, and Dropbox client
- Built-in SSH terminal
- Code completion and formatting
- External keyboard and trackpad support
- Split View and Slide Over multitasking
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Textastic is a comprehensive and versatile text and code editor for iPad and iPhone. It supports syntax highlighting for more than 80 programming and markup languages. Connect to SFTP, FTP, and WebDAV servers or to your Dropbox account. Use the built-in SSH terminal to work directly on your server. Features: - Syntax highlighting for more than 80 languages, including HTML, JavaScript, CSS, C++, Swift, Objective-C, Rust, XML, Markdown, PHP, Perl, Python, Ruby, Lua, YAML, JSON, SQL, shell scripts, and many more (full list available on the website) - Compatible with Sublime Text 3 and TextMate 1 syntax definitions and themes - Code completion for HTML, CSS, JavaScript, C, Objective-C, and PHP - SFTP (SSH), FTP, FTPS (FTP over SSL), WebDAV, and Dropbox clients - SSH terminal connections - Code formatter for HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and JSON - Git repositories from the Git client app Working Copy can be opened as external folders in Textastic - Emmet support - JavaScript console - iCloud Drive file synchronization - WebDAV server for easy file transfer between Textastic and your Mac or PC over Wi-Fi - Symbol list for quick navigation within a file - Full support for external keyboards, trackpads, and mice - Configurable keyboard shortcuts - Additional keys above the virtual keyboard for frequently used programming characters - Cursor navigation wheel for easy text selection - Move the cursor using swipe gestures - Split View and Slide Over multitasking on iPad - Open multiple files in tabs - Multiple windows on iPadOS - Dark Mode support - Support for common text encodings such as UTF-8, UTF-16, and ISO-8859-1 - Support for different tab widths and soft tabs (spaces instead of tabs) - Custom fonts - Find and Replace, including regular expression search - Find in multiple files - File information such as character and word counts - Local and remote web preview for HTML and Markdown files Pricing: Textastic requires a monthly or yearly subscription or a one-time purchase. Each subscription includes a 7-day free trial with full access to all features. Privacy Policy: https://www.textasticapp.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Developer Tools
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Tooly is an all-in-one toolkit designed to simplify and accelerate your development workflow. Whether you’re a software engineer, a web developer, or a designer, Tooly provides a comprehensive set of tools that seamlessly integrate into your development environment. Packed with essential utilities, Tooly is designed to help you handle everyday development tasks faster and more efficiently. Available Tools: - Base64 Encoder/Decoder: Easily convert text to Base64 and back again with just a few taps. - Unix Time Converter: Convert timestamps across various formats like Unix, Hexa epoch, and CoreData epoch, or display human-readable dates. - String Case Converter: Easily convert text to different cases such as camelCase, snake_case, or uppercase. - JSON to XML: Convert JSON data to XML, perfect for API development or data interchange. - JSON to YAML: Convert JSON data to YAML format for easier configuration and readability. - JSON to Swift: Convert JSON to Swift structs or classes for use in your iOS/macOS projects. - ID Generator and Decoder: Generate and decode UUIDs, ULIDs and NanoIDs for use in your projects. - Color Converter: Convert colors between formats such as HEX, RGB, HSL, HSB, XYZ, Lab, and named colors for fast color management. - Lorem Ipsum Generator: Quickly generate placeholder text, customizable by the number of words, phrases, or paragraphs. - Hash Generator: Create hashes in formats such as MD2, MD5, SHA-1, and SHA-256 to ensure data consistency and integrity. - Hash Validator: Verify the integrity of text or files by comparing them with a generated hash. - QR Code Generator: Create custom QR codes instantly from any input string. - Number Base Converter: Convert numbers between different bases, including binary, octal, decimal, and hexadecimal. - X.509 Certificate Decoder: Decode and inspect X.509 certificates in PEM format, extracting all the vital details. - JWT Decoder: Decode JSON Web Tokens (JWTs) and inspect their contents for easier debugging and integration. - Date Formatter: Format dates quickly and easily using the Unicode Standard (e.g., yyyy, MM, dd). - URL Encoder/Decoder: Encode URLs to make them safe for use in web addresses or decode them to read their original form. Enjoy all the features of Tooly and its tools with a one-week free trial. No commitment and cancellable at any time. Additionally, the following tools: Base64 Encoder/Decoder, JSON to XML, String Case Converter, and Unix Time Converter are available for free! And more to come! We are constantly improving Tooly and adding more useful utilities to make your development process smoother and more productive. Tooly is fully built for macOS and iPadOS, ensuring perfect integration into your workflow on any device. All tools are available as Shortcut Actions on iPad and macOS, enabling you to automate routine tasks. Additionally, Tooly supports a Command-Line Interface (CLI) on macOS for developers who prefer a terminal-based workflow. Why Tooly? - Convenience: All the essential developer tools in one app. - Efficiency: Perform conversions, generate hashes, and handle data with ease. - Future-Proof: New tools are on the way, expanding the app’s utility even further. - Tailored for Developers: Tooly is crafted with developers in mind, making it the perfect addition to your toolbox. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is chart position: Textastic Code Editor at #12 against Developer Tools's unranked. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Textastic Code Editor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Developer Tools sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.29 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Textastic Code Editor ships an update every 2 weeks, Developer Tools every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Textastic Code Editor | Developer Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (2.5K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 68.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2.5K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Best chart rank | #12 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alexander Blach | Basile Cornet |
Bugs and requests
Textastic Code Editor
Reported bugs
3 issues- Issues with SSH/SFTP connectivity and authentication
- Problems with handling large files or files with certain extensions
- Inconsistent text selection and editing behavior
Requested features
4 requests- Add support for more cloud storage providers (e.g. Google Drive, OneDrive)
- Implement a more seamless remote file editing and syncing workflow
- Improve code editing features like code folding, multi-cursor support, and code beautification
- Add a built-in terminal or ability to run code directly within the app
Developer Tools
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Textastic Code Editor
- Textastic Pro (Monthly)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Textastic Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Textastic Pro (One-Time)$69.99
Developer Tools
- Tooly Pro Weekly7 Days trial$0.297 Days
- Tooly Pro Monthly$1.491 Month
- Tooly Pro Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Tooly Pro Lifetime$24.99
Questions
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