Rubyist vs ReqLab
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
ReqLab
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A fast, clean HTTP client for modern API testing Build, send, and inspect HTTP requests with ease. Whether you're debugging an endpoint, testing authentication, or exploring APIs, this app gives you everything you need without unnecessary complexity. Designed with a clean, focused interface, it lets you move quickly and stay in control. FEATURES - All HTTP methods GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE - Flexible body encoding Send requests as JSON or URL-encoded - Custom headers Add and manage headers with full control - Authentication support Bearer tokens, Basic auth, and API keys - Pretty response viewer Inspect responses with clean, readable JSON - Request history Save and revisit past requests - Repeat requests Re-run successful requests with configurable delays BUILT FOR DEVELOPERS Perfect for debugging APIs, testing endpoints, and experimenting with headers, auth, and parameters on the go. Simple. Fast. Reliable.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ReqLab at every 2 days against Rubyist's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Rubyist sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and ReqLab sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Rubyist ships an update every 3 weeks, ReqLab every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Rubyist | ReqLab |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (93 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 93 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TSUBASA TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY | Marcin Denisiewicz |
In-app purchases
Rubyist
- Small Tip$0.99
- Medium Tip$4.99
- Large Tip$9.99
ReqLab
- Pro Upgrade$4.99









