Comparison

Code Recipes Pro vs Source Files

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

Head to head
About

Code Recipes Pro

Access a vast library of over 300 tested code samples for 13 programming languages and SQL queries. Quickly find solutions to common programming tasks, saving valuable development time and aiding in exam preparation.

Highlights
  • 300+ code samples per language
  • 13 programming languages supported
  • SQL query examples
  • Offline access
  • Quick search functionality
  • Exam and interview preparation aid
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7,000+ code examples in 20 languages. Tap Run and see the real output right in the app. Ready-made code for everyday tasks in Swift, Python, C, C++, Java, C#, JavaScript, R, Rust, Golang, Delphi, PHP, Ruby, Objective-C, Kotlin, Lua, TypeScript, Clojure, Bash and SQL. One purchase, yours for good: no subscription, no ads, no in-app purchases. Up to 80 runs a day. • 1,100+ topics, including strings, collections, files, networking, concurrency, regular expressions and design patterns. • What changed in each version: over 1,000 new features across 175 language versions, with before-and-after code. • Keyword and function reference for every language: over 4,200 articles. Browse, search, or tap a word in the code to open its article. • SQL: 200+ queries (JOIN, GROUP BY, subqueries, data types); more than half run on a real practice database. • Built-in Playground runs over 85% of examples. Requires an internet connection. • Search covers the code itself, not just titles: type a fragment you remember and find the example. • Edit examples or add your own; changes are saved in the app. • Everything except running code works offline: examples, reference, search, favorites. • Easy on the eyes: light and dark themes, your choice of font and size, line numbers, and long lines that wrap instead of spilling off the screen. Examples are curated from professional sources: the code works and is easy to follow. Built by a developer for developers. Maintained since 2015.

About

Source Files

Access GitHub, Gitea, GitLab, and BitBucket directly from your device's file manager. Edit files in large repositories instantly using REST APIs, without cloning or committing. Supports automation via Shortcuts and fast uploads.

Highlights
  • Direct file access to Git repositories
  • Edit files without cloning
  • REST API integration
  • Shortcuts automation support
  • Fast file uploads
  • Supports multiple Git providers
Features
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Source Files is a faster way to access GitHub, Gitea, GitLab and BitBucket from the Finder and Files app without having to clone repositories or commit changes. Using REST APIs instead of the traditional Git protocol you will be editing files in even the largest repositories in seconds: • Drag a repository URL to the Files app • Browse the directory that immediately appears • Open and Edit files in your favorite app Source Files is file oriented and making edits to 3 different files will result in 3 commits. It is possible to configure the app to work in a branch where a messy commit history is acceptable and merge changes back using pull requests. Consider using traditional Git clients like Working Copy or Tower for projects that need a tidy commit history in all branches. There is rich support for automation with Shortcuts actions to List, Download, Upload and Move files. Uploading files from the Mac services menu and share sheet is supported and very fast as target directories are remembered for different file types. The app is free to use with a single server. A Pro Unlock is required for multiple servers, available as a one-time purchase or a monthly subscription, with access shared across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. A one-week free trial allows users to evaluate Pro features before purchase. Source Files is restricted by GitHub, GitLab and BitBucket API quotas that depend on your account privileges.

Screenshots

Code Recipes Pro4 screens
Source Files4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Source Files at Free against Code Recipes Pro's $4.99. Source Files also leads on update cadence (weekly vs monthly). Code Recipes Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and rating (4.9 vs 4.5). On ratings volume, ads, monetization model and chart position 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

Source Files is free to download; Code Recipes Pro costs $4.99 up front. Source Files sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Code Recipes Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Code Recipes Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 49 and 31 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of Code Recipes Pro's written reviews are positive against 76% of Source Files's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Code Recipes Pro ships an update monthly, Source Files weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Code Recipes Pro versus Source Files: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCode Recipes ProSource Files
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.9 (49 ratings) — better4.5 (31 ratings)
Positive reviews94.2% of reviews — better76.5% of reviews
Number of ratings49 — better31
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#82#73 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFedor ObraztsovAnders Borum ApS

Customer experience

Code Recipes Pro

All ratings49 ratings
Positive98.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews69 reviews
Positive94.2%
Neutral2.9%
Negative2.9%

Source Files

All ratings31 ratings
Positive83.9%
Neutral3.2%
Negative12.9%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive76.5%
Neutral5.9%
Negative17.6%

In-app purchases

None

Code Recipes Pro

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Source Files

Subscriptions1
  • Source Files Monthly7 Days trial$2.491 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Source Pro$14.99

Questions

Is Code Recipes Pro free?
Code Recipes Pro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Source Files free?
Source Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Code Recipes Pro or Source Files?
Code Recipes Pro is rated higher. Code Recipes Pro averages 4.9 out of 5 from 49 ratings, while Source Files averages 4.5 from 31 ratings.
Do Code Recipes Pro or Source Files have ads?
Neither Code Recipes Pro nor Source Files shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Code Recipes Pro or Source Files?
Code Recipes Pro ships an update monthly, and Source Files weekly. Most recently, Code Recipes Pro was updated on November 9, 2026 and Source Files on November 7, 2026.
Which is more popular, Code Recipes Pro or Source Files?
Code Recipes Pro currently peaks at #82 in the App Store charts, and Source Files at #73. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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