Comparison

RegExp vs SQLite Pro Editor

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

Head to head
About

RegExp

This tool allows developers to test and explore regular expression patterns across various programming language syntaxes. It offers advanced configuration options and synchronization across devices, making it ideal for learning and building complex patterns.

Highlights
  • Multiple regex engine support
  • Advanced Swift regex engine
  • Save and organize regex patterns
  • iCloud sync across devices
  • Supports Swift, Objective-C, ECMAScript, and Go regex flavors
Features
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Available on macOS, iOS and iPadOS A powerful and flexible Regular Expression (Regex) testing tool designed for developers. Test and explore regex patterns across multiple flavors: - Swift (fully configurable) - Objective-C - ECMAScript (JavaScript) - Go (macOS only) - Go (POSIX) (macOS only) Most features are available for free, so you can try the app without any commitment. A one-time purchase unlocks advanced configuration options for power users. Key Features: - Support for multiple regex engines and syntax variations - Advanced Swift regex engine with compatibility options (e.g., Python, Rust-style behavior) - Save and organize your own regex patterns like a personal regex notebook - iCloud sync to keep your regex library backed up and accessible across devices Whether you’re learning regex, testing expressions, or building complex patterns, this app is designed to make your workflow faster and more reliable.

About

SQLite Pro Editor

Features
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QLite Pro Editor is a local SQLite/CSV file management tool for developers, DBAs, data analysts, and testers. You can import SQLite databases or CSV files from system files, and the app will copy the files to an internal workspace for stable saving and continuous browsing. Whether it's organizing test databases, viewing table data, or temporarily executing SQL queries, all can be quickly completed on the mobile device. Core Features: β€’ Import SQLite databases and CSV files into the app's internal workspace β€’ Support for creating folders, renaming, copying, moving, deleting, and sharing files β€’ Recent usage list for quick return to the last opened files β€’ Browse tables and views in SQLite databases β€’ Pagination view of SQLite table data, with support for column or full table keyword filtering β€’ Automatically identify CSV delimiters, with support for pagination browsing and keyword filtering β€’ Built-in SQL console with support for table, column, and keyword assistance input β€’ Display query results, execution feedback, error information, and time consumption β€’ Support for light/dark mode and switch between Chinese and English interfaces SQLite Pro Editor is suitable for database viewing, lightweight troubleshooting, and local data checking in mobile scenarios, allowing you to efficiently handle SQLite and CSV files on iPhone or iPad. [Agreement] End User Software Usage Terms https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms of Use https://www.sharezer.com/app/agreement/TermsofUse.html Privacy Policy https://www.sharezer.com/app/agreement/PrivacyPolicy.html

Screenshots

RegExp3 screens
SQLite Pro Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: RegExp at none against SQLite Pro Editor's shown. RegExp also leads on iOS requirement (18.1 vs 26.1). SQLite Pro Editor's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 6 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. RegExp sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SQLite Pro Editor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RegExp ships an update every 6 months, SQLite Pro Editor every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 5 level
RegExp versus SQLite Pro Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRegExpSQLite Pro Editor
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 9 days β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesβ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.1 β€” better26.1
Further details β€” not scored
Size10 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLoshadki, LLCε°‘ζ³½ 撁

In-app purchases

1 purchases

RegExp

One-time1
  • Pro Features$2.99
1 purchases

SQLite Pro Editor

One-time1
  • Permanent VIP$2.99

Questions

Is RegExp free?
RegExp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SQLite Pro Editor free?
SQLite Pro Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RegExp or SQLite Pro Editor have ads?
SQLite Pro Editor shows ads; RegExp does not.
Which is updated more often, RegExp or SQLite Pro Editor?
RegExp ships an update every 6 months, and SQLite Pro Editor every 9 days. Most recently, RegExp was updated on October 10, 2026 and SQLite Pro Editor on October 3, 2026.

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