# TextEdit vs CSV file Create Editer & View

The clearest difference is ratings volume: TextEdit at 378 against CSV file Create Editer & View's 6. TextEdit also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). CSV file Create Editer & View's advantage is rating (4.0 vs 3.7) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TextEdit sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and CSV file Create Editer & View sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CSV file Create Editer & View holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TextEdit has 378 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

TextEdit ships an update weekly, CSV file Create Editer & View every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TextEdit | CSV file Create Editer & View |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (378 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textedit-text-editor/id1070883678/reviews) | **[4.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/csv-file-create-editer-and-view/id6755099747/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **378** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 17.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 573 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kairoos Solutions SL](https://appshunter.io/developer/978066434) | [Ashvin Kevadiya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1756324971) |

## What reviewers say

### TextEdit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textedit-text-editor/id1070883678)

A fast and versatile text editor for mobile devices, offering compatibility with various file formats and editors. It provides a distraction-free writing experience with advanced formatting, organization, and sharing features.

**Highlights:** Supports TXT, RTF, Markdown, TeX, and PDF formats, Cross-device and computer syncing via iCloud/Files, Distraction-free writing interface, Customizable keyboard extension for faster typing, Visual rich text formatting and one-tap options, Syntax highlighting for Markdown and TeX, Instant statistics and counters

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| TextEdit+ Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| TextEdit+ Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| TextEdit+ Full Unlock | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📝 Simple and clean text editor
- 🔗 Integrates well with iCloud
- 👍 Useful for basic document editing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires subscription for full functionality
- 🔒 Locks users out of previously purchased content
- 🚫 Prevents access to app without subscription
- 🤖 Forced AI integration that users don't want

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when opening certain file types
- Formatting issues when copying/pasting text
- Inconsistent behavior across devices

**Requested features**

- Allow users to choose iCloud directory
- Offer one-time purchase option instead of subscription
- Restore previous paid versions without AI


### CSV file Create Editer & View

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/csv-file-create-editer-and-view/id6755099747)

Create, open, and edit CSV files directly on your mobile device. Convert your data to various formats like PDF, Word, Excel, and JSON, and share them easily. No computer is needed for managing spreadsheets and tables on the go.

**Highlights:** Create CSV files easily, Open and view CSV files, Edit CSV files on the go, Convert CSV to PDF, Word, Excel, JSON, HTML, Export and share files, Built-in PDF viewer, Access recent files

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Premium | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TextEdit free?

TextEdit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is CSV file Create Editer & View free?

CSV file Create Editer & View is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TextEdit or CSV file Create Editer & View?

CSV file Create Editer & View is rated higher. TextEdit averages 3.7 out of 5 from 378 ratings, while CSV file Create Editer & View averages 4.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do TextEdit or CSV file Create Editer & View have ads?

Neither TextEdit nor CSV file Create Editer & View shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TextEdit or CSV file Create Editer & View?

TextEdit ships an update weekly, and CSV file Create Editer & View every 3 weeks. Most recently, TextEdit was updated on October 11, 2026 and CSV file Create Editer & View on September 18, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*
