# Code Editor for HTML CSS JS vs HTML Editor

The clearest difference is rating: HTML Editor at 4.2 against Code Editor for HTML CSS JS's 1.9. HTML Editor also leads on ratings volume (819 vs 10) and chart position (#41 vs unranked). Code Editor for HTML CSS JS's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (33% vs 22%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Code Editor for HTML CSS JS sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and HTML Editor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

HTML Editor holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HTML Editor has 819 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of Code Editor for HTML CSS JS's written reviews are positive against 22% of HTML Editor's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Code Editor for HTML CSS JS ships an update every 3 weeks, HTML Editor every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Code Editor for HTML CSS JS | HTML Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.9 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-editor-for-html-css-js/id1525108959/reviews) | **[4.2 (819 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/html-editor/id1580431405/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 10 | **819** |
| Positive reviews | **33.3% of reviews** | 22.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#41** |
| Size | 3 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sajed Nahian](https://appshunter.io/developer/1494597866) | [Intrepid](https://appshunter.io/developer/1544804826) |

## What reviewers say

### Code Editor for HTML CSS JS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-editor-for-html-css-js/id1525108959)

This application provides a robust code editor for web development, offering features like syntax highlighting and unlimited projects. Users can easily share their creations with others and host their websites instantly.

**Highlights:** Syntax highlighting, Custom URLs, Unlimited projects, One-click project sharing, Instant website hosting

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Code Editor Plus | $2.99 | one-time |


### HTML Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/html-editor/id1580431405)

**Currently charting:** #41 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #104 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

A lightweight HTML editor offering syntax highlighting, code completion, and a live preview. Easily open, edit, and export HTML documents from your device or iCloud. Features dynamic commenting and tag insertion for efficient web development.

**Highlights:** Syntax highlighting, Code completion suggestions, Live preview panel, Open local and iCloud documents, Quick tag insertion, Dynamic code commenting, Export and share HTML documents

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Html Pro | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| HTML Pro | $3.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great for online coding
- 👍 Simple and intuitive UI
- 💡 Helpful syntax highlighting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription to use
- 💰 Expensive weekly subscription
- 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
- 👎 Obtrusive subscription popup

**Reported bugs**

- Preview doesn't always match actual HTML output
- Unable to dismiss subscription popup
- Corrupts or deletes existing HTML files

**Requested features**

- Add ability to open and edit multiple files
- Implement full-screen preview mode
- Provide option to purchase app outright instead of subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Code Editor for HTML CSS JS free?

Code Editor for HTML CSS JS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is HTML Editor free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Code Editor for HTML CSS JS or HTML Editor?

HTML Editor is rated higher. Code Editor for HTML CSS JS averages 1.9 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while HTML Editor averages 4.2 from 819 ratings.

### Do Code Editor for HTML CSS JS or HTML Editor have ads?

Neither Code Editor for HTML CSS JS nor HTML Editor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Code Editor for HTML CSS JS or HTML Editor?

Code Editor for HTML CSS JS ships an update every 3 weeks, and HTML Editor every 3 months. Most recently, Code Editor for HTML CSS JS was updated on September 21, 2026 and HTML Editor on September 24, 2026.

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