Comparison

Plain Text Editor vs Tip Calculator ‎

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

Head to head
About

Plain Text Editor

This utility app removes text formatting and images from your clipboard, converting content to plain text. It allows for easy editing and batch processing of clipboard contents, with an auto-processing feature available via in-app purchase.

Highlights
  • Remove text formatting
  • Erase images from clipboard
  • Convert clipboard to plain text
  • Edit text in editor
  • Batch processing
  • Auto batch processing (in-app purchase)
Features
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Have you ever had trouble with the size and color of text when you copy and paste it? "Plain Text Editor - PlainText" is an app that will solve the problem. "Plain Text Editor - PlainText" is an editor that can erase text styles and photos in the clipboard. You can easily change the contents of the clipboard to plain texts only. And you can also edit the text in the editor. [How to use] ∙Tapping "Clip → Editor" button puts the contents of the clipboard into the plain text editor. ∙Tapping "Editor → Clip" button puts the contents of the editor into the clipboard. ∙With the above operations, the contents of the clipboard can be changed to plain text. ∙Tapping "Batch Processing" button, the above two button processes will be performed continuously and the contents of the clipboard will become plain text. ∙If you turn on Auto Batch Processing, Batch Processing will be performed when this app is brought to the foreground.(*Auto Batch Processing requires an in-app purchase) ∙You can edit text in the editor. ∙On iPhone or iPad, tap editor screen to show the keyboard. ∙The number of characters in the editor is displayed at the top right of the screen. ∙Paste Permission Dialog will not appear if you select "Allow" from "Settings" > "Apps" > "PlainText" > "Paste from Other Apps. ∙Tap "ⓘ" button at the top left of the screen to open the information. The developer assumes no responsibility for any accident, violation, loss or claims by third parties which may arise from the use of this app. Terms of Use: This application is provided under the Apple Standard End User License Agreement (EULA). https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Tip Calculator ‎

Features
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The Tip Calculator That Actually Makes Tipping Fun! Tired of annoying ads you can never figure out how to close? So are we! NO ADS EVER!!! Tired of awkward math at dinner? Skip the mental gymnastics and calculate perfect tips in seconds with the most delightfully designed tip calculator on the App Store. GORGEOUS THEMES & WIDGETS • 15+ stunning color themes (including wild animated ones!) • Interactive home screen widgets - calculate tips without opening the app • Flying toasters, Matrix rain, and other nostalgic animations • Instagram-worthy gradients that make math look good LIGHTNING FAST & SIMPLE • Instant tip calculations as you type • Smart bill splitting for groups • One-tap percentage adjustments (15%, 18%, 20%, 25%) • Works perfectly offline - no internet required PREMIUM FEATURES • Unlock all premium themes with a one-time purchase • No subscriptions, no monthly fees • Interactive widgets for your home screen PERFECT FOR: • Date nights and dinner outings • Group meals and bill splitting • Anyone who wants to tip fairly and quickly WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT: • Clean, intuitive design that just works • Faster than your phone's calculator • Actually fun to use (seriously!) • Made with love "Finally, a tip calculator with commitment to the bit." - Everyone who sees the flying toasters. Download now and never do tip math in your head again! Your server (and your friends) will thank you. End User License Agreement: https://zaffles.bitbucket.io/tip/terms_of_use.html

Screenshots

Plain Text Editor1 screens
Tip Calculator ‎4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Tip Calculator ‎ at none against Plain Text Editor's shown. Plain Text Editor's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 8 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.5). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Plain Text Editor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Tip Calculator ‎ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Plain Text Editor ships an update every 10 days, Tip Calculator ‎ every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Plain Text Editor versus Tip Calculator ‎: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlain Text EditorTip Calculator ‎
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 8 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTakao IchimuraZaffles

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Plain Text Editor

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Plan$3.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Plan$7.99
1 purchases

Tip Calculator ‎

One-time1
  • Tip Calculator Supporter$0.99

Questions

Is Plain Text Editor free?
Plain Text Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tip Calculator ‎ free?
Tip Calculator ‎ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Plain Text Editor or Tip Calculator ‎ have ads?
Plain Text Editor shows ads; Tip Calculator ‎ does not.
Which is updated more often, Plain Text Editor or Tip Calculator ‎?
Plain Text Editor ships an update every 10 days, and Tip Calculator ‎ every 8 months. Most recently, Plain Text Editor was updated on September 12, 2026 and Tip Calculator ‎ on September 24, 2026.

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