Comparison

HTML Viewer Pro vs XML Viewer and Editor

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

XML Viewer and Editor

Easily view, edit, and format XML files on your mobile device. Features include a collapsible tree view, syntax highlighting, a built-in editor with real-time validation, XPath search, and XML comparison. Convert between XML and JSON formats.

Highlights
  • Collapsible tree view with color-coded elements
  • Syntax highlighting and auto-indentation
  • Built-in editor with real-time validation
  • XPath search functionality
  • Side-by-side XML comparison (XML Diff)
  • XML to JSON and JSON to XML conversion
  • Pre-built XML templates
Features
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Open any XML file and see it clearly. XML Viewer and Editor helps you view, edit, format, and explore XML data with a clean, easy-to-use interface. Whether you're checking a config file, inspecting API responses, or working with data feeds, this app gives you the tools to understand and modify XML right on your phone. TREE VIEW See your XML as a collapsible tree. Expand and collapse nodes, tap to copy values, and navigate deep structures with breadcrumb navigation. Color-coded elements, attributes, and text for easy reading. SYNTAX HIGHLIGHTING View formatted XML with full syntax highlighting. Auto-indentation and line numbers make it easy to read any XML document. BUILT-IN EDITOR Edit XML directly with a full text editor. Real-time validation catches errors as you type. Format or minify with one tap. XPATH SEARCH Search your XML using XPath expressions. Find elements, attributes, and values across complex documents. Results highlighted in the tree view. XML DIFF Compare two XML documents side by side. See additions, deletions, and changes highlighted clearly. Paste, type, or load from file. JSON CONVERTER Convert XML to JSON and JSON to XML with one tap. Copy or share the converted output. FILE SUPPORT Open XML files from Files, email attachments, other apps, or paste from clipboard. Export as XML, share, or copy to clipboard. XML TEMPLATES Start with built-in templates for common XML formats — RSS feeds, SVG, SOAP, Maven POM, web.xml, and more. SNIPPETS Insert common XML structures quickly — declarations, CDATA sections, comments, namespaces, and processing instructions. WORKS WELL FOR • Developers working with XML config files • Students learning XML structure and syntax • QA engineers inspecting API responses • Data analysts exploring XML data feeds • Anyone who needs to view or edit XML on mobile ABOUT THIS APP Supports dark and light themes. Your files stay on your device. No account required. PURCHASES • XMLVEdit Pro — $9.99, one payment • Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase • One-time purchase — no subscription and no renewals Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://cosmovex.web.app/apps/xmlvedit/privacy-policy

Screenshots

HTML Viewer Pro4 screens
XML Viewer and Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: XML Viewer and Editor at 5.0 against HTML Viewer Pro's 3.9. XML Viewer and Editor also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). HTML Viewer Pro's advantage is ratings volume (45 vs 1). On price, monetization model, 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

Both are free to download. HTML Viewer Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. XML Viewer and Editor asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

XML Viewer and Editor holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HTML Viewer Pro has 45 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HTML Viewer Pro ships an update every 15 months, XML Viewer and Editor every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
HTML Viewer Pro versus XML Viewer and Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHTML Viewer ProXML Viewer and Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (45 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews49.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings45 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 15 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB41 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperHayato ShimizuSahana A S

Customer experience

HTML Viewer Pro

All ratings45 ratings
Positive68.9%
Neutral8.9%
Negative22.2%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive49.1%
Neutral13.2%
Negative37.7%

XML Viewer and Editor

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

HTML Viewer Pro

Subscriptions1
  • Premium (Monthly plan)$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • Premium (Buying out)$19.99
None

XML Viewer and Editor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HTML Viewer Pro free?
HTML Viewer Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is XML Viewer and Editor free?
XML Viewer and Editor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, HTML Viewer Pro or XML Viewer and Editor?
XML Viewer and Editor is rated higher. HTML Viewer Pro averages 3.9 out of 5 from 45 ratings, while XML Viewer and Editor averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do HTML Viewer Pro or XML Viewer and Editor have ads?
HTML Viewer Pro shows ads; XML Viewer and Editor does not.
Which is updated more often, HTML Viewer Pro or XML Viewer and Editor?
HTML Viewer Pro ships an update every 15 months, and XML Viewer and Editor every 3 months. Most recently, HTML Viewer Pro was updated on October 10, 2026 and XML Viewer and Editor on October 4, 2026.

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