Comparison

Jayson vs MTD SafeBrowsing Tester

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

Head to head
About

Jayson

This app allows you to view and edit JSON files directly on your device. It offers features like tabbed browsing, split-screen comparisons, and integration with Siri Shortcuts and the Share Sheet for easy JSON parsing and management.

Highlights
  • Browse JSON files
  • Table or syntax highlighted text view
  • Tabbed interface
  • Multiple splits for comparison
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
  • Share Sheet Actions
  • URL schemes
Features
Read full description

Jayson is a JSON viewer and editor for iPhone and iPad. Browse JSON as a structure, edit values, and save your changes back to the file. Whether you're inspecting an API response, checking a config file, or making a quick fix on the go, Jayson turns raw JSON into something you can actually read and change. BROWSE AND EDIT - Open JSON files stored on your device or in iCloud Drive. - Toggle between a structured table view and syntax highlighted text. - Add new values and keys, and save your changes back to the file. - Parse text or the contents of a URL from your clipboard into JSON. - Highlight a key from a child of an array to get a quick overview of your data. TABS, SPLITS, AND WINDOWS - Switch between files, or different objects in a single file, using tabs. - Compare JSON in a single file or across files using multiple splits. - Open multiple windows on the iPad. WORKS WITH SHORTCUTS Jayson integrates with Shortcuts, which comes in handy for debugging API calls, previewing JSON files, and building workflows around JSON. - Pass a response from Get Contents of URL to Jayson to see how it is structured. - Open JSON as a document you keep working on, or as a temporary preview. - Format JSON and hand the result to the next action, using spaces or tabs. FREE, WITH AN OPTIONAL UPGRADE Jayson's core functionality is free. Browsing, editing, saving, splits, Shortcuts, and working with up to two tabs at a time cost nothing. A one-time in-app purchase enables having more than two tabs open at once, switching between light and dark themes, and personalizing the app icon, accent color and type icons. One purchase, no subscription.

About

MTD SafeBrowsing Tester

Features
Read full description

MTD SafeBrowsing Tester is a lightweight diagnostic tool that evaluates how a mobile device responds when accessing different web URLs. The app performs standard HTTPS requests using Apple's networking APIs and records the outcome of each request. This allows developers, IT administrators, and security professionals to better understand how network policies and mobile security solutions respond to different types of URLs. Key Features • Test batches of URLs using standard HTTPS requests • View results showing Allowed, Blocked, or Error outcomes • Monitor response timing and request status • Simple dashboard with scan statistics and recent results • Export test results for analysis or documentation How It Works The application performs normal HTTPS requests using Apple’s URLSession networking framework and records the connection result. No traffic interception, packet capture, or network manipulation occurs. Privacy MTD SafeBrowsing Tester does not collect, store, or transmit personal data. All testing results remain on the device during the active session and are cleared when the app closes. Intended Use This tool is designed for security testing, network diagnostics, and demonstration purposes.

Screenshots

Jayson4 screens
MTD SafeBrowsing Tester3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MTD SafeBrowsing Tester at none against Jayson's 1. MTD SafeBrowsing Tester also leads on iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.0). Jayson's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and chart position (#79 vs unranked). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Jayson sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MTD SafeBrowsing Tester asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Jayson ships an update every 3 weeks, MTD SafeBrowsing Tester every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Jayson versus MTD SafeBrowsing Tester: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJaysonMTD SafeBrowsing Tester
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (445 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings445 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#79 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.018.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSimon B. StøvringFrank Srp

Bugs and requests

Jayson

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • App crashes when opening large JSON files (89MB+)
  • Crashes on regular use despite functionality
  • Device freezing for extended periods
  • Safari compatibility broken in recent updates
  • Navigation back through JSON structure is unreliable
Show 1 more
  • Accidental file exit when attempting to navigate

Requested features

9 requests
  • Search/find functionality within files
  • JSON editing and modification capabilities
  • XML format support
  • Split-view for comparing different arrays
  • Export functionality for edited JSON
Show 4 more
  • Comment recognition in JSON files
  • Plain text editor option
  • Improved file size handling for large documents
  • Better navigation controls on mobile devices

MTD SafeBrowsing Tester

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Jayson

One-time1
  • Unlock Everything$4.99
None

MTD SafeBrowsing Tester

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Jayson free?
Jayson is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MTD SafeBrowsing Tester free?
MTD SafeBrowsing Tester is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Jayson or MTD SafeBrowsing Tester have ads?
Neither Jayson nor MTD SafeBrowsing Tester shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Jayson or MTD SafeBrowsing Tester?
Jayson ships an update every 3 weeks, and MTD SafeBrowsing Tester every 5 months. Most recently, Jayson was updated on October 29, 2026 and MTD SafeBrowsing Tester on October 25, 2026.

Other comparisons