Comparison

iWriter 2 vs Markdown Editor

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

Head to head
About

iWriter 2

A minimalist Markdown editor designed for distraction-free writing. It offers MultiMarkdown support with live preview, syntax highlighting, and seamless export to various formats. Organize and manage your documents with a built-in manager.

Highlights
  • Minimalist, distraction-free writing interface
  • Full MultiMarkdown support with live preview
  • Syntax highlighting and keyboard shortcuts
  • Automatic progress saving
  • Seamless export to HTML, PDF, EPUB, DOCX, LaTeX
  • Built-in document manager with search
  • Rebuilt with TextKit 2 for enhanced performance
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iWriter 2 is an elegant and minimalist Markdown text editor designed for distraction-free writing. # iWriter 2 is the next generation of the beloved iWriter text editor. "Simple & beautiful" App Store Review, 2019 "Terrific Writing and Notes App" App Store Review, 2015 "Great simple text editor" App Store Review, 2014 Immerse yourself in a minimalist writing environment designed to enhance focus and productivity. Say hello to structured, professional documents that effortlessly transform your ideas. ## MultiMarkdown Support iWriter 2 is a full-featured Markdown editor built for precision and flexibility. - MultiMarkdown support with live preview and syntax highlighting. - Wikilinks and Wiki-Embeds for connected notes. - Task lists and code blocks made simple. - Keyboard shortcuts for fast inline formatting. ## Built-in Document Manager A built-in document manager that lets you easily organize, browse, and manage all your files in one place — complete with powerful document search to quickly find exactly what you need. ## Rebuilt with TextKit 2 iWriter 2 has been completely rebuilt from the ground up using Apple’s modern TextKit 2 framework, delivering faster performance, smoother scrolling, and a more responsive writing experience. ## Multiple Export Options A refined, user-friendly interface designed for focus and productivity, offering intuitive formatting options and seamless export to multiple formats including HTML, PDF, EPUB, DOCX (Microsoft Word), and LaTeX. ## LaTeX and Mermaid Diagrams iWriter 2 offers LaTeX syntax highlighting, making complex math expressions easy to read and edit as you write. It also supports Mermaid diagrams, letting you create flowcharts, sequence diagrams, and more using simple text-based syntax. Both integrate seamlessly into your Markdown workflow, keeping technical writing and visual documentation in one place. --- Terms of Use: http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula Privacy Policy: https://serpensoft.com/privacy-policy/

About

Markdown Editor

Features
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The most elegant and powerful way to craft your ideas, technical notes, and daily documents. Markdown Editor offers a distraction-free, focus-first environment built for writers, developers, students, and productivity enthusiasts. Eliminate menu clutter and focus purely on your content. WHY CHOOSE MARKDOWN EDITOR? Rich & Fluid Writing Experience: Full Markdown syntax support lets you construct headings, lists, code blocks, blockquotes, and links effortlessly. Live Side-by-Side Preview: Watch your text format instantly as you type. Real-time syntax highlighting ensures your code blocks and Markdown tags are always crystal clear. Professional PDF Export & Printing: Convert your documents into beautifully styled, print-ready PDFs with a single tap. Print directly or share formatted files seamlessly. Secure Local File Management: Your files stay completely private on your device. Open, edit, organize into folders, and save local .md documents without cloud lock-in. Customizable Modern Themes: Enjoy comfortable day and night writing with Dark and Light modes alongside native Dynamic Color accent support. Global Multi-Language Support: Fully localized in 12+ major languages for an intuitive experience worldwide. IDEAL FOR - Academic notes and lecture summaries - Software documentation and code snippets - Blog articles, drafts, and creative writing - Daily task lists and personal journal entries Download now and elevate your writing workflow today.

Screenshots

iWriter 24 screens
Markdown Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Markdown Editor at Free against iWriter 2's $9.99. Markdown Editor also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). iWriter 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

Markdown Editor is free to download; iWriter 2 costs $9.99 up front. Markdown Editor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iWriter 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iWriter 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, Markdown Editor every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
iWriter 2 versus Markdown Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriWriter 2Markdown Editor
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (10 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSerpensoft GroupOKAN KAYCI

In-app purchases

None

iWriter 2

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Markdown Editor

One-time1
  • Premium$2.99

Questions

Is iWriter 2 free?
iWriter 2 costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Markdown Editor free?
Markdown Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iWriter 2 or Markdown Editor have ads?
Markdown Editor shows ads; iWriter 2 does not.
Which is updated more often, iWriter 2 or Markdown Editor?
iWriter 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Markdown Editor every 2 months. Most recently, iWriter 2 was updated on October 15, 2026 and Markdown Editor on October 8, 2026.

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