# iMarkdown vs Markdown Editor and Reader

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iMarkdown at 90% against Markdown Editor and Reader's 15%. iMarkdown also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). Markdown Editor and Reader's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iMarkdown sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Markdown Editor and Reader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

iMarkdown ships an update every 4 days, Markdown Editor and Reader fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iMarkdown | Markdown Editor and Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imarkdown-write-and-preview/id1530323530/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1** | — |
| Positive reviews | **90.0% of reviews** | 15.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 23 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HIROMOTO TSUJI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1106215904) | [Julian Lau](https://appshunter.io/developer/1603050262) |

## What reviewers say

### iMarkdown

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imarkdown-write-and-preview/id1530323530)

A fast and simple Markdown editor for iPhone and iPad with full GitHub Flavored Markdown support. It offers iCloud sync, dark mode, and exports to various formats. Easily preview and auto-save your documents.

**Highlights:** GitHub Flavored Markdown support, iCloud sync, Dark mode, Export to Markdown, PDF, PNG, Quick preview, Auto-saving

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pro | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pro | $4.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro | $8.99 | one-time |


### Markdown Editor and Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/markdown-editor-and-reader/id1617814051)

Easily create, edit, and preview Markdown files on your mobile device. Import existing .md files and share them with others directly from the app.

**Highlights:** Create Markdown files, Edit existing .md files, Preview Markdown content, Import .md files, Share files

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Markdown Editor Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Markdown Editor Pro Yearly | $17.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iMarkdown free?

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

### Is Markdown Editor and Reader free?

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

### Do iMarkdown or Markdown Editor and Reader have ads?

Markdown Editor and Reader shows ads; iMarkdown does not.

### Which is updated more often, iMarkdown or Markdown Editor and Reader?

iMarkdown ships an update every 4 days, and Markdown Editor and Reader fortnightly. Most recently, iMarkdown was updated on November 3, 2026 and Markdown Editor and Reader on November 3, 2026.

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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.*