Comparison

HTML Viewer Pro vs Visual Code

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

Head to head
About

HTML Viewer Pro

View HTML source code from URLs or directly from Safari. This app offers multi-tab browsing, bookmarking, and search functionality. Customize the display with various themes, fonts, and user agents.

Highlights
  • View source code from URLs
  • View source code from Safari share
  • Multi-tab browsing
  • Bookmark and history management
  • Keyword search in source code
  • Switch between static and dynamic HTML
  • Customizable themes and fonts
Features
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It is a multi-functional HTML source viewer. You can view the source code by URLs, and of course, you can also view the source code from Safari's share button. Since it is the latest version of the app, it covers almost all the features of other apps. [Features & Functions] - Browser and source code switching. - Multi-tab browsing. - Display bookmarks and history. - Search for keywords in the source code. - Switch between static and dynamic HTML. - Changing the user agent. - Display non-HTML languages. - Use the cloud, such as iCloud, Dropbox, OneDrive, etc. - Use local files in the iPhone and iPad. - Balanced light operation. [View source code] - About 90 different design themes available. - Change the font, size and line spacing. - Switch between static and dynamic HTML. - Support for almost all programming languages (over 180). [Terms & Conditions] https://www.hayaya.net/terms-conditions/html-viewer.html [Privacy Policy] https://www.hayaya.net/privacy-policy/html-viewer.html

About

Visual Code

This app transforms your iPhone and iPad into a powerful coding environment. Write, debug, and run code for numerous languages with a sleek interface and integrated terminal. Enjoy a desktop-like IDE experience on the go, optimized for the latest iOS and iPadOS features.

Highlights
  • Write, debug, and run code
  • Multi-language support
  • Integrated terminal
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Customizable themes
  • Optimized for iOS/iPadOS
Features
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Visual Code transforms your iPhone and iPad into a complete development environment. Built with performance, portability, and flexibility in mind, it allows you to write, debug, and run code wherever you are. Whether you’re a student, hobbyist, or professional developer, Visual Code gives you the power of a desktop IDE in a mobile-first design. Powerful and Intuitive Visual Code features a sleek, modern interface optimized for productivity. With syntax highlighting, intelligent formatting, and customizable themes, you can focus on what matters most: writing clean, efficient code. Multi-Language Support Work in the language of your choice without switching apps. Visual Code supports a wide range of popular programming languages, including: Python, JavaScript, C, C++, PHP, Java, Swift, HTML, CSS, Golang, Rust, Ruby, Objective-C, Perl, and Lua. Built-In Terminal Run commands directly inside the app with the integrated terminal. Manage projects, test scripts, and control workflows seamlessly without ever leaving Visual Code. Optimized for iOS 26 and iPadOS - Liquid Gas Design: Smooth, futuristic UI tailored to the latest iOS standards. - Deep iPad Integration: Take advantage of multi-window support, multitasking, and full external keyboard compatibility. - Keyboard Shortcuts: Streamline your workflow with shortcut support for iPad keyboards, making coding even faster. Why Choose Visual Code? - Work on the go with an all-in-one coding environment. - Enjoy a familiar desktop-like experience with mobile convenience. - Build, test, and refine projects without compromise. Disclaimer Visual Code is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected to Microsoft Corporation. It is also not related to, nor a part of, Microsoft Visual Studio. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ------- Visual Code Pro is an auto renewable subscription: - Edit Files - AI integrations - Themes ------- Price may vary by location and active promotion. Subscriptions will be charged to your credit card through your iTunes account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscriptions in Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial peri​od, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. ------- Privacy Policy: https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/95401147 Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

HTML Viewer Pro4 screens
Visual Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Visual Code at none against HTML Viewer Pro's shown. Visual Code also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 15 months) and rating (4.3 vs 3.9). HTML Viewer Pro's advantage is review sentiment (47% vs 14%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.4). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. HTML Viewer Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Visual Code sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Visual Code holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Visual Code has 3.6K ratings behind it against 45, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 47% of HTML Viewer Pro's written reviews are positive against 14% of Visual Code's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HTML Viewer Pro ships an update every 15 months, Visual Code monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 5, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
HTML Viewer Pro versus Visual Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHTML Viewer ProVisual Code
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (45 ratings)4.3 (3.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews47.4% of reviews — better14.2% of reviews
Number of ratings453.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 15 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB133 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperHayato ShimizuStart App Ltd

Customer experience

HTML Viewer Pro

All ratings45 ratings
Positive68.9%
Neutral8.9%
Negative22.2%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive47.4%
Neutral10.5%
Negative42.1%

Visual Code

All ratings3,577 ratings
Positive81.7%
Neutral3.0%
Negative15.3%
Written reviews330 reviews
Positive14.2%
Neutral3.9%
Negative81.8%

Bugs and requests

HTML Viewer Pro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Visual Code

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Keyboard issues and disappearing UI
  • Inconsistent behavior when opening files
  • Syncing and file management problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for C#
  • Improve text selection and editing
  • Implement file/folder management
  • Provide a true free version

In-app purchases

2 purchases

HTML Viewer Pro

Subscriptions1
  • Premium (Monthly plan)$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • Premium (Buying out)$19.99
3 purchases

Visual Code

Subscriptions3
  • Visual Code Pro$2.997 Days
  • VisualCodePro3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Code Pro$49.991 Year

Questions

Is HTML Viewer Pro free?
HTML Viewer Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Visual Code free?
Visual Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, HTML Viewer Pro or Visual Code?
Visual Code is rated higher. HTML Viewer Pro averages 3.9 out of 5 from 45 ratings, while Visual Code averages 4.3 from 3.6K ratings.
Do HTML Viewer Pro or Visual Code have ads?
HTML Viewer Pro shows ads; Visual Code does not.
Which is updated more often, HTML Viewer Pro or Visual Code?
HTML Viewer Pro ships an update every 15 months, and Visual Code monthly. Most recently, HTML Viewer Pro was updated on September 5, 2026 and Visual Code on September 30, 2026.

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