Comparison

JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere vs Notepad Pro

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

Head to head
About

JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere

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
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Programming editor in your pocket. JavaScript Anywhere is one of the oldest development environments on iOS since 2010. It's a simple and portable editing tool for web engineers and designers. [Features] - Write JavaScript, HTML, and CSS source code. - Preview on the internal browser. - Show console logs or errors. - Import project / Download images from the web. - Send e-mail / iTunes file sharing to export. - Configure editor styles, and syntax highlighting. - Simple server for Wi-Fi - Export to / Import from Dropbox. - Project templates (Basic/jQuery/React/Bootstrap/p5) That's all. JSAnywhere is minimal forever. Happy coding! --------------- Featured in: * The magazine "Mac People" in September 2013 issue. * "Apps for Developers" on App Store collection by Apple in June 2015.

About

Notepad Pro

This app allows you to create, organize, and secure your notes and important data. It offers customization options for notes, iCloud synchronization, and a built-in PDF editor for document management. Stay organized with widgets and notifications.

Highlights
  • Unlimited note storage
  • Customizable note appearance
  • Secure app lock with biometrics
  • iCloud synchronization
  • Built-in PDF editor
  • Today's notes widget
  • Auto-delete notes
Features
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Notepad Pro - Smart Notes, Secure Data & PDF Manager Notepad Pro helps you save, organize, and protect your important notes, memos, and favorite data in one powerful app. Create notes with different colors, images, font styles, and font sizes to match your needs and stay organized effortlessly. With iCloud Sync, your notes are safely stored in iCloud so you can access, restore, or delete them anytime, directly from the app. Notepad Pro also includes a Today’s Notes Widget that displays the current date and gives timely notifications, helping you stay on top of your daily tasks and reminders. In addition to fast and simple note-taking, Notepad Pro now includes a built-in PDF Editor & Manager, making it easier to work with documents in one place. Key Features:- - Notes & Organization • Unlimited notes storage • Multiple note colors • Pinned & private notes • Custom font styles & font sizes • Sort notes by name or date • Auto-delete notes after a selected time • Easy note sharing • One-tap quick note creation - Security • App lock with multiple passcode options • Touch ID & Face ID support - iCloud Sync • iCloud sync for notes • Retrieve or delete notes from iCloud - Widgets & Notifications • Widget for today’s notes • Notifications for daily notes & reminders - PDF Editor & Manager • Create and manage PDF files • Edit existing PDFs • Export notes as PDF • Share PDFs easily • Add signatures and stamps to PDFs • Store and organize PDFs in one place Note down anything, anytime, anywhere with just one tap and never miss an important thought or reminder again with smart notifications. Note: All your data is stored locally on your device. We do not access, collect, or store your data. Your privacy is fully protected. Thank you for using this app. We’re committed to improving your experience with every update. Keep writing and stay organized!

Screenshots

JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere4 screens
Notepad Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere at Free against Notepad Pro's $1.99. JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (55% vs 25%). Notepad Pro's advantage is rating (4.3 vs 3.5). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere is free to download; Notepad Pro costs $1.99 up front. Notepad Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Notepad Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere has 459 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 55% of JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere's written reviews are positive against 25% of Notepad Pro's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere versus Notepad Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhereNotepad Pro
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating3.5 (459 ratings)4.3 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews55.1% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings459 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTatsuya TobiokaHiren Merja

Customer experience

JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere

All ratings459 ratings
Positive60.1%
Neutral6.8%
Negative33.1%
Written reviews454 reviews
Positive55.1%
Neutral9.0%
Negative35.9%

Notepad Pro

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Bugs and requests

JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • 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

9 requests
  • 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
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  • Integrate with cloud storage (e.g. iCloud, Google Drive)
  • Add a JavaScript console for debugging
  • Customize keyboard with common coding characters
  • Implement a full-screen mode

Notepad Pro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Notepad Pro

One-time1
  • Notepad Pro+ Advanced Tools$4.99

Questions

Is JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere free?
JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Notepad Pro free?
Notepad Pro costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere or Notepad Pro?
Notepad Pro is rated higher. JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere averages 3.5 out of 5 from 459 ratings, while Notepad Pro averages 4.3 from 3 ratings.
Do JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere or Notepad Pro have ads?
Both JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere and Notepad Pro show ads.
Which is updated more often, JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere or Notepad Pro?
JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere ships an update every 2 months, and Notepad Pro every 2 months. Most recently, JavaScript Anywhere JSAnywhere was updated on September 23, 2026 and Notepad Pro on September 22, 2026.

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