Comparison

Text Editor vs Tidytext

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

Head to head
About

Text Editor

Edit text files, including plain text, RTF, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, directly on your device or cloud storage. Offers rich text editing, multiple file tabs, and dark mode. A subscription unlocks advanced features and unlimited usage.

Highlights
  • Browse and edit text files
  • Cloud storage integration
  • Supports TXT, RTF, HTML, CSS, JS
  • Rich text editing
  • Multiple file tabs
  • Dark Mode support
Features
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This is a simple yet powerful text editor that let you browse and edit any kind of text on your device and on the cloud (including iCloud, Google Drive, Box and more). FEATURES: ————— ◆ Browse and edit all kinds of text on your device and on the cloud ◆ Support TXT, RTF or any file that can be read as text like HTML, CSS, JS ◆ View text in any font and style ◆ Rich Text editing ◆ Edit multiple files in separate tabs ◆ Share your files anywhere ◆ Dark Mode support Text Editor+: • You can subscribe to unlock dark mode and unlimited usage. • Subscription auto-renew at the end of current period, unless cancelled 24-hours in advance prior to the end of the current period. The subscription fee is charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. You may manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Per Apple policy, no cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. Once purchased, refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term. Terms of use: https://tapuniverse.com/terms/ Privacy policy: https://tapuniverse.com/policy/

About

Tidytext

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TidyText is a clean, fast, offline-first text and code editor for iPhone and iPad. Built entirely with SwiftUI and optimized for native performance, TidyText helps you edit plain text and source code files without accounts, subscriptions, trackers, or cloud dependencies. Your files stay on your device. FEATURES • Syntax highlighting for: JSON, JavaScript, TypeScript, Swift, HTML, XML, CSS, SCSS, LESS, YAML, Markdown, and more. • JSON tools: Pretty-print, minify, validate, and jump directly to parsing errors. • XML / HTML / plist formatting: Format structured files instantly with one tap. • Markdown preview: Preview `.md` files using native rendering. • Find & Replace: Live match highlighting, regex support, and case-sensitive search. • Draft auto-save: Unsaved work is restored automatically after reopening the app. • Recent files: Quick access to recently opened documents using secure system bookmarks. • Native file support: Open and save plain-text and source-code files directly from the Files app. • Editor customization: Adjust font size, soft wrap, line numbers, and auto-format behavior. • Productivity tools: Undo & redo, line/column indicators, word counts, language badges, rename-in-place, and sharing support. PRIVACY FIRST TidyText runs entirely on-device. • No accounts • No analytics • No tracking • No ads • No network requests Designed for developers, power users, writers, and anyone who wants a fast native editor without unnecessary complexity.

Screenshots

Text Editor4 screens
Tidytext4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Text Editor at Free against Tidytext's $2.99. Text Editor also leads on chart position (#25 vs unranked). Tidytext's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Text Editor is free to download; Tidytext costs $2.99 up front. Text Editor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Tidytext asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Text Editor versus Tidytext: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterText EditorTidytext
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.4 (4.4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews27.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.4K — better—
Update frequencyDaily—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#25 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTAPUNIVERSE LLCAyman Hunjol

Bugs and requests

Text Editor

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Dark mode not working properly
  • Deletes unsaved work
  • Crashes the Files app

Requested features

3 requests
  • Horizontal text scrolling
  • Free version with no limitations
  • One-time purchase option

Tidytext

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Text Editor

Subscriptions2
  • Text Editor+3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Text Editor+3 Days trial$9.991 Year
None

Tidytext

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Text Editor free?
Text Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tidytext free?
Tidytext costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Text Editor or Tidytext have ads?
Neither Text Editor nor Tidytext shows ads.

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