# Stream vs Markdown Editor and Reader

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Stream at 79% against Markdown Editor and Reader's 18%. Stream also leads on rating (4.1 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (133 vs 2). Markdown Editor and Reader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stream sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Markdown Editor and Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

Stream holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stream has 133 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Stream's written reviews are positive against 18% of Markdown Editor and Reader's.

Stream ships an update every 3 weeks, Markdown Editor and Reader fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stream | Markdown Editor and Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (133 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stream-network-debug-tool/id1312141691/reviews)** | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/markdown-editor-and-reader/id1617814051/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **133** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **78.9% of reviews** | 18.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#59** | — |
| Size | 33 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stream Lab Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499306893) | [Julian Lau](https://appshunter.io/developer/1603050262) |

## What reviewers say

### Stream

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stream-network-debug-tool/id1312141691)

**Currently charting:** #59 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This tool allows developers to inspect HTTP and HTTPS network traffic on iOS devices. It enables capturing requests, replaying them, and managing host configurations for testing different environments. Essential for debugging network issues and understanding application behavior.

**Highlights:** Sniff HTTP & HTTPS requests, Capture and preview request/response bodies, Compose and replay HTTP requests, Configure hosts for environment switching, Import and replay HAR files, Compatible with iPhone X and iPad multitasking

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coke | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coffee | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Free and powerful HTTP packet sniffer tool
- 👍 Simple and intuitive user interface
- 🔧 Useful for network debugging and troubleshooting
- 💡 Built-in JSON viewer and utilities (RSA, Base64 encryption/decryption)
- ✏️ Ability to edit and resend requests

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Certificate installation fails on iOS 18.x versions
- 🐛 Gacha history recording not working properly
- 🐛 'Code 0' error when generating JSON links
- 🐛 VPN profile conflicts requiring app reinstallation
- ⚠️ Requires installing system certificates (security concern)

**Reported bugs**

- Certificate installation fails on iOS 18.1 and 18.2
- Gacha/wish history not being captured correctly
- Code 0 error when retrieving JSON links
- VPN profiles becoming non-functional after app use
- Server connection issues (192.168.0.2:8081 unreachable)

**Requested features**

- Select all requests button for bulk export
- Ability to delete individual capture sessions/records
- Gzip response content decompression
- Breakpoint setting for request modification
- Media file saving capability


### Markdown Editor and Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/markdown-editor-and-reader/id1617814051)

Easily create, edit, and preview Markdown files on your mobile device. Import existing .md files and share them with others directly from the app.

**Highlights:** Create Markdown files, Edit existing .md files, Preview Markdown content, Import .md files, Share files

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stream free?

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

### Is Markdown Editor and Reader free?

Markdown Editor and Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Stream or Markdown Editor and Reader?

Stream is rated higher. Stream averages 4.1 out of 5 from 133 ratings, while Markdown Editor and Reader averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Stream or Markdown Editor and Reader have ads?

Neither Stream nor Markdown Editor and Reader shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Stream or Markdown Editor and Reader?

Stream ships an update every 3 weeks, and Markdown Editor and Reader fortnightly. Most recently, Stream was updated on September 22, 2026 and Markdown Editor and Reader on September 22, 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.*