Comparison

Rubyist vs Source Files

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

Head to head
About

Rubyist

Execute and automate Ruby scripts directly on your iPhone and iPad. This app utilizes the MRuby VM to run code, integrate with Shortcuts and Siri, and offers a robust editor with syntax highlighting and autocomplete.

Highlights
  • Run Ruby code on device
  • Editor with syntax highlighting
  • Code autocomplete
  • Shortcuts app integration
  • Siri command creation
  • Native alerts and inputs
  • HTTP requests
  • Clipboard access
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Rubyist allows you to run Ruby code on your iPhone and iPad using the MRuby VM. Run code directly in the app or via the Shortcuts app or Siri commands. Features: - Run Ruby code directly on your device - Built-in documentation viewer - Editor with ruby syntax highlighting - Code Autocomplete - Run Ruby directly in Shortcuts - Build your own Siri commands in Ruby. - Display native alerts and inputs using exclusive APIs - Make http requests from your code. - Write and read your clipboard from code

About

Source Files

Access GitHub, Gitea, GitLab, and BitBucket directly from your file manager without cloning. Edit large repositories in seconds using REST APIs, with support for automation and file uploads. Offers a free tier for single servers and a Pro Unlock for multiple servers.

Highlights
  • Direct file access via Finder/Files app
  • Edit files in favorite apps
  • REST API for fast access
  • Supports GitHub, GitLab, Gitea, BitBucket
  • Shortcuts automation support
  • File uploads via services menu
Features
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Source Files is a faster way to access GitHub, Gitea, GitLab and BitBucket from the Finder and Files app without having to clone repositories or commit changes. Using REST APIs instead of the traditional Git protocol you will be editing files in even the largest repositories in seconds: • Drag a repository URL to the Files app • Browse the directory that immediately appears • Open and Edit files in your favorite app Source Files is file oriented and making edits to 3 different files will result in 3 commits. It is possible to configure the app to work in a branch where a messy commit history is acceptable and merge changes back using pull requests. Consider using traditional Git clients like Working Copy or Tower for projects that need a tidy commit history in all branches. There is rich support for automation with Shortcuts actions to List, Download, Upload and Move files. Uploading files from the Mac services menu and share sheet is supported and very fast as target directories are remembered for different file types. The app is free to use with a single server. A Pro Unlock is required for multiple servers, available as a one-time purchase or a monthly subscription, with access shared across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. A one-week free trial allows users to evaluate Pro features before purchase. Source Files is restricted by GitHub, GitLab and BitBucket API quotas that depend on your account privileges.

Screenshots

Rubyist4 screens
Source Files4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Source Files at weekly against Rubyist's every 3 weeks. Source Files also leads on chart position (#171 vs unranked). Rubyist's advantage is review sentiment (83% vs 74%) and ratings volume (93 vs 30). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Rubyist sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Source Files sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Rubyist holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 93 and 30 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Rubyist's written reviews are positive against 74% of Source Files's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rubyist ships an update every 3 weeks, Source Files weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Rubyist versus Source Files: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRubyistSource Files
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (93 ratings) — better4.4 (30 ratings)
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews — better74.2% of reviews
Number of ratings93 — better30
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#171 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTSUBASA TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANYAnders Borum ApS

Customer experience

Rubyist

All ratings93 ratings
Positive90.3%
Neutral4.3%
Negative5.4%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative10.0%

Source Files

All ratings30 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive74.2%
Neutral6.5%
Negative19.4%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Rubyist

One-time3
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$4.99
  • Large Tip$9.99
3 purchases

Source Files

Subscriptions1
  • Source Files Monthly7 Days trial$2.491 Month
One-time2
  • Lifetime Source Pro$23.99
  • Lifetime Source Pro$24.99

Questions

Is Rubyist free?
Rubyist is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Source Files free?
Source Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Rubyist or Source Files?
Rubyist is rated higher. Rubyist averages 4.6 out of 5 from 93 ratings, while Source Files averages 4.4 from 30 ratings.
Do Rubyist or Source Files have ads?
Neither Rubyist nor Source Files shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rubyist or Source Files?
Rubyist ships an update every 3 weeks, and Source Files weekly. Most recently, Rubyist was updated on September 20, 2026 and Source Files on September 24, 2026.

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