# HTML Editor vs HTML Viewer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: HTML Viewer at 85% against HTML Editor's 22%. HTML Viewer also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and rating (4.5 vs 4.2). HTML Editor's advantage is ratings volume (819 vs 90) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HTML Editor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and HTML Viewer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

HTML Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HTML Editor has 819 ratings behind it against 90, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of HTML Editor's written reviews are positive against 85% of HTML Viewer's.

HTML Editor ships an update every 3 months, HTML Viewer every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | HTML Editor | HTML Viewer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (819 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/html-editor/id1580431405/reviews) | **[4.5 (90 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/html-viewer-editor-and-creator/id6759328000/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **819** | 90 |
| Positive reviews | 22.0% of reviews | **85.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#56** | #78 |
| Size | 29 MB | 108 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Intrepid](https://appshunter.io/developer/1544804826) | [Hardik Khanesa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1878104574) |

## What reviewers say

### HTML Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/html-editor/id1580431405)

**Currently charting:** #56 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #95 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

A lightweight HTML editor offering syntax highlighting, code completion, and a live preview. Easily open, edit, and export HTML documents from your device or iCloud. Features dynamic commenting and tag insertion for efficient web development.

**Highlights:** Syntax highlighting, Code completion suggestions, Live preview panel, Open local and iCloud documents, Quick tag insertion, Dynamic code commenting, Export and share HTML documents

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Html Pro | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| HTML Pro | $3.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great for online coding
- 👍 Simple and intuitive UI
- 💡 Helpful syntax highlighting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription to use
- 💰 Expensive weekly subscription
- 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
- 👎 Obtrusive subscription popup

**Reported bugs**

- Preview doesn't always match actual HTML output
- Unable to dismiss subscription popup
- Corrupts or deletes existing HTML files

**Requested features**

- Add ability to open and edit multiple files
- Implement full-screen preview mode
- Provide option to purchase app outright instead of subscription


### HTML Viewer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/html-viewer-editor-and-creator/id6759328000)

**Currently charting:** #78 Top Free · Developer Tools, #157 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app is a fast and lightweight HTML editor and viewer for iOS devices. It allows developers to write, edit, and preview HTML code in real-time with a built-in web view engine, offering a clean and focused development environment.

**Highlights:** Live HTML preview, Syntax highlighting code editor, Auto indentation, Dark and Light themes, Save and manage multiple files, Create, open, and manage HTML files

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Student Offer Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HTML Editor free?

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

### Is HTML Viewer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, HTML Editor or HTML Viewer?

HTML Viewer is rated higher. HTML Editor averages 4.2 out of 5 from 819 ratings, while HTML Viewer averages 4.5 from 90 ratings.

### Do HTML Editor or HTML Viewer have ads?

Neither HTML Editor nor HTML Viewer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, HTML Editor or HTML Viewer?

HTML Editor ships an update every 3 months, and HTML Viewer every 3 weeks. Most recently, HTML Editor was updated on October 12, 2026 and HTML Viewer on October 12, 2026.

### Which is more popular, HTML Editor or HTML Viewer?

HTML Editor currently peaks at #56 in the App Store charts, and HTML Viewer at #78. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*