# Cipher vs Simple Markdown Editor

The clearest difference is price: Simple Markdown Editor at Free against Cipher's $0.99. Simple Markdown Editor also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.0). Cipher's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Simple Markdown Editor is free to download; Cipher costs $0.99 up front. Simple Markdown Editor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Cipher asks for nothing beyond the download.

Simple Markdown Editor holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cipher | Simple Markdown Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cipher/id1468669089/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-markdown-editor/id6444049843/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **3** |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Monetization | Paid | **Freemium** |
| Size | 8 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [loay setrak](https://appshunter.io/developer/923932983) | [YUKI TANAIKE](https://appshunter.io/developer/478558546) |

## What reviewers say

### Cipher

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cipher/id1468669089)

Easily encrypt and decrypt text messages using various methods. Features a keyboard extension for seamless integration into messaging apps.

**Highlights:** Encrypt and decrypt text, Multiple encryption methods (ROT-X, Vigenere, Letter Numbers), Keyboard extension for messaging, Copy and paste functionality, Simple and easy to use

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Simple Markdown Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-markdown-editor/id6444049843)

Easily edit markdown text with syntax highlighting, image and table support, and intuitive controls. Switch seamlessly between editing and preview modes, with auto-save and easy export options. Ideal for notes, meeting minutes, and writing.

**Highlights:** Syntax highlighting, Image and table support, Intuitive editing, Split-screen preview, Auto-save functionality, Export and share options, Dark theme support

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Simple Markdown Pro Monthly. | $0.99 | per month |
| Simple Markdown Pro (Annual) | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cipher free?

Cipher costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Simple Markdown Editor free?

Simple Markdown Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cipher or Simple Markdown Editor?

Simple Markdown Editor is rated higher. Cipher averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Simple Markdown Editor averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Cipher or Simple Markdown Editor have ads?

Neither Cipher nor Simple Markdown Editor shows ads.

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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.*