# JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere vs MLcontrol

The clearest difference is rating: MLcontrol at 5.0 against JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere's 3.5. MLcontrol also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere's advantage is ratings volume (459 vs 2). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

MLcontrol holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere has 459 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere | MLcontrol |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (459 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/javascript-anywhere-jsanywhere/id363452277/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mlcontrol/id1026276602/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **459** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 55.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 54 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tatsuya Tobioka](https://appshunter.io/developer/363452280) | [Castle Studios Productions](https://appshunter.io/developer/283277458) |

## What reviewers say

### JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/javascript-anywhere-jsanywhere/id363452277)

This app provides a portable programming editor for web development on mobile devices. It allows users to write and preview JavaScript, HTML, and CSS code, with features like console logging and file sharing. It's designed for web engineers and designers needing a simple, on-the-go coding solution.

**Highlights:** Write JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Internal browser preview, Console logs and errors, Import/export via Dropbox, Project templates, Wi-Fi server

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Constant use
- 🚀 Amazing app
- 🚀 Great for learning
- 🚀 Perfect for coding on the go
- 👍 Simple but effective

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes
- 🐛 Bugs
- 🐛 Doesn't work
- 🐛 Issues with CSS and JavaScript
- 🐛 Compatibility problems

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when creating new projects
- CSS and JavaScript changes not reflected in output
- Incompatible with newer iOS versions
- Unexpected behavior with certain JavaScript features

**Requested features**

- Add ability to save files
- Improve syntax highlighting
- Add line numbers
- Support for more file types (e.g. TypeScript, SCSS)
- Ability to create and manage multiple projects


### MLcontrol

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mlcontrol/id1026276602)

Control your MidiLite II lighting system remotely. Manage setup, run system tests, check bulbs, and perform basic operations. Requires compatible MacOS software or simulation tools.

**Highlights:** Remote control for MidiLite II, System setup management, System tests, Bulb checks, Basic operation control, Compatible with MacOS software

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere free?

JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MLcontrol free?

MLcontrol is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere or MLcontrol?

MLcontrol is rated higher. JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere averages 3.5 out of 5 from 459 ratings, while MLcontrol averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere or MLcontrol have ads?

JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere shows ads; MLcontrol does not.

### Which is updated more often, JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere or MLcontrol?

JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere ships an update every 2 months, and MLcontrol every 2 months. Most recently, JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere was updated on October 10, 2026 and MLcontrol on October 2, 2026.

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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.*
