Comparison

Athena Editor vs Markdown+ Text & Code Editor

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

Head to head
About

Athena Editor

A code editor for iOS that supports various cloud storage services and syntax highlighting for multiple programming languages. It also offers special support for Bluetooth keyboards with Zawgyi input for Myanmar users.

Highlights
  • File opening via iOS Document Picker
  • Integration with Google Drive, iCloud, Git2Go
  • Syntax highlighting for Markdown, Swift, C#, Java, XML
  • Bluetooth keyboard support with Zawgyi input
  • Control + Shift keyboard switching
Features
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Athena is code editor that support opening file iOS Document Picker. It's supporting Google Drive, iCloud Document, Git2Go, etc. It's supporting syntax highlighting for markdown, swift, C#, java, XML,etc. Special feature for Myanmar people is "SUPPORTING BLUETOOTH KEYBOARD". Yes, you can type with Zawgyi in Athena Editor. Using Control + Shift to change the keyboard.

About

Markdown+ Text & Code Editor

This native editor offers real-time Markdown and LaTeX rendering with dynamic variables for complex calculations and reusable components. Enjoy a distraction-free interface, seamless cross-device syncing, and advanced code highlighting across Apple devices.

Highlights
  • Real-time Markdown and LaTeX previews
  • Dynamic variables for calculations
  • Code highlighting for 140+ languages
  • Split-view editing
  • Seamless cross-device syncing
  • Dark mode and custom themes
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Introducing the native, real-time Markdown editor with superpowers. Markdown+ has been meticulously crafted for Vision Pro, iPhone, iPad, and Mac. With blazing-fast performance and powerful features like dynamic variables and real-time math rendering, Markdown+ delivers an unparalleled experience across all your Apple devices. Modern Editing Tools Experience the perfect balance of simplicity and power with our distraction-free interface. The split-view design lets you edit Markdown on one side while watching your content come alive instantly on the other—with perfect synchronized scrolling and jump-to-selection capabilities. Tables, Images, Links Easily create embed tables, images, and links, without having to memorize the markup. Live Code & Math Highlighting Create beautiful documents with advanced syntax highlighting for code blocks across 140+ programming languages. Write complex mathematical formulas with LaTeX-style syntax and watch them render in real-time with professional typesetting. Smart Variables System Transform your documents with the unique Variables feature. Create reusable components for names, dates, and complex expressions. Need to calculate sin(90)+cos(80)? Simply define it once, then reference it throughout your document—changes update everywhere automatically. Use Variables to evaluate or chain multiple mathematical expression right within your document, and use the vast library of built-in functions. Dark Mode & Custom Themes Work comfortably day or night with full dark mode support and customizable themes that perfectly complement your workflow and personal style. Performance Without Compromise Built with a native-first approach, Markdown+ delivers exceptional speed even with massive documents. Our optimized parsing engine ensures real-time previews update instantly as you type, without draining your battery or slowing down your device. Seamless Cross-Device Experience Whether you're working on Vision Pro, Mac, iPad, or iPhone, Markdown+ adapts perfectly to each screen with device-specific optimizations. Start a document on your Mac and seamlessly continue on your iPhone—your experience remains consistently excellent. One-Time Purchase, Lifetime Value No subscriptions. No in-app purchases. No hidden costs. Buy Markdown+ once and use it forever on all your devices with Family Sharing included. All future updates and features are yours at no additional cost. Learn more: EULA: https://zetegy.com/eula/markdown/ Privacy policy: https://zetegy.com/privacy/markdown/ Terms of use: https://zetegy.com/terms/markdown/

Screenshots

Athena Editor4 screens
Markdown+ Text & Code Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Athena Editor at 100% against Markdown+ Text & Code Editor's 50%. Athena Editor also leads on price (Free vs $9.99) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). Markdown+ Text & Code Editor's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs monthly). On ads and device support 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

Athena Editor is free to download; Markdown+ Text & Code Editor costs $9.99 up front. Markdown+ Text & Code Editor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Athena Editor asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Athena Editor ships an update monthly, Markdown+ Text & Code Editor every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Athena Editor versus Markdown+ Text & Code Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAthena EditorMarkdown+ Text & Code Editor
PriceFree — better$9.99
Rating4.8 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCOMQUAS Co., LtdZetegy LLC

Customer experience

Athena Editor

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Markdown+ Text & Code Editor

Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Athena Editor

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Markdown+ Text & Code Editor

Subscriptions2
  • Markdown+ Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Markdown+ Yearly14 Days trial$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Athena Editor free?
Athena Editor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Markdown+ Text & Code Editor free?
Markdown+ Text & Code Editor costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Athena Editor or Markdown+ Text & Code Editor have ads?
Neither Athena Editor nor Markdown+ Text & Code Editor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Athena Editor or Markdown+ Text & Code Editor?
Athena Editor ships an update monthly, and Markdown+ Text & Code Editor every 11 days. Most recently, Athena Editor was updated on November 2, 2026 and Markdown+ Text & Code Editor on November 3, 2026.

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