Logger for Shortcuts vs Scripting
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Logger for Shortcuts
This app provides a developer console specifically for building complex shortcuts. It allows users to write messages to the console in real-time as shortcuts run, eliminating the need for Quick Look actions. Powerful filtering tools help users drill down into output by various criteria, and logs can be synced across devices via iCloud and exported.
- Developer console for Shortcuts
- Real-time message logging
- Powerful filtering tools
- Filter by category, device, date, contents, search, tags
- iCloud sync across devices
- Export logs to plain text or markdown
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"It has so rapidly become one of the most critical apps on my whole system, I cannot even believe it" — CGP Grey, Cortex podcast Logger is the first developer console designed for Shortcuts. Building complex shortcuts is now easier than ever! Use the Logger's shortcut actions to write messages to the console. See them posted in realtime as your shortcut runs - no more Quick Look actions required. Use the powerful filtering tools to drill down into the output. Filter by category, device, date, contents, search or tags. All your messages are synced securely between your devices using iCloud and you can even export your logs to plain text or markdown.
Scripting
This app allows users to build and run custom scripts using TypeScript or JavaScript directly on their mobile devices. It provides access to native device APIs and allows for the creation of widgets, custom keyboards, and more. An integrated AI assistant can help run scripts and generate code.
- Build custom widgets and toggles
- Access native iOS APIs
- Design UI with TSX & SwiftUI
- Integrated AI assistant for code generation
- Advanced mobile code editor
- Real-time script preview with CLI
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Scripting is a powerful development platform that lets you write, test, and run TypeScript or JavaScript scripts directly on your iPhone or iPad. Whether you’re a creative maker or someone who loves automating everyday tasks, Scripting unlocks endless possibilities to make your device truly yours. Key Features • Build Powerful Scripts Create your own widgets, Control Center toggles, Dynamic Island views, custom keyboards, Shortcuts, and share extensions — all powered by your scripts. • Access Native APIs Leverage a full suite of native iOS APIs (Calendar, Notification, Bluetooth, Health, and more) to interact deeply with your device and craft personalized automation. • Design Native UI with TSX & SwiftUI Build beautiful, responsive interfaces using TSX syntax and SwiftUI components. Create interactive tools, widgets, and custom keyboards with native performance. • Integrated AI Assistant Connect your own API key to chat with any AI service. Let AI run your scripts, search your knowledge base, generate code, and complete complex workflows automatically. • Smooth Development Experience Use the companion CLI tool with VSCode to preview and run your scripts in real time on your iPhone or iPad. Development has never felt this smooth. • Advanced Mobile Code Editor Code on the go with a modern mobile editor. Enjoy enhanced TypeScript support, including autocompletion, syntax highlighting, inline diagnostics, and intelligent code hints. Why Choose Scripting? Scripting gives you the freedom to customize your iPhone like never before. From building unique automations to integrating AI into your daily routines, it turns your creativity into real, working tools — all running natively on iOS. Unleash your imagination and redefine what your device can do. Privacy Policy: https://scripting.fun/privacy_policy/ Terms of Use: https://scripting.fun/terms/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Scripting at Free against Logger for Shortcuts's $4.99. Scripting also leads on review sentiment (98% vs 79%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). Logger for Shortcuts's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and chart position (#11 vs #33). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Scripting is free to download; Logger for Shortcuts costs $4.99 up front. Logger for Shortcuts sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Scripting sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Scripting holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scripting has 141 ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Logger for Shortcuts's written reviews are positive against 98% of Scripting's.
Logger for Shortcuts ships an update monthly, Scripting fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | Logger for Shortcuts | Scripting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.7 (27 ratings) | 4.9 (141 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 79.3% of reviews | 98.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 27 | 141 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #11 — better | #33 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 518 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Snailed It Development Ltd | Shenzhen Yin Shi Technology Co., Ltd. |
Customer experience
Logger for Shortcuts
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In-app purchases
Logger for Shortcuts
- Small Tip$0.99
- Medium Tip$2.99
- Large Tip$4.99
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- Huge Tip$9.99
Scripting
- Monthly Plan$0.991 Month
- Annual Plan$7.991 Year
- Lifetime Access$19.99
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