Comparison

Buffer Editor vs Simple Code Editor for Web

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

Head to head
About

Buffer Editor

A powerful code and text editor for on-the-go development. Connect to various cloud services and Git repositories, with built-in terminal and extensive syntax highlighting. Offers advanced editing features for enhanced productivity.

Highlights
  • Connect to cloud services and Git
  • Git operations and visual merge tool
  • Built-in SSH terminal
  • Extensive syntax highlighting
  • Live remote file editing
  • Code autocompletion and snippets
Features
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Buffer Editor is a POWERFUL code and text editor that lets you easily develop software, view code or take notes on the go. Enjoy an editing experience that is both versatile and intuitive, and take your productivity to the next level. • Connect to GitHub, GitLab, BitBucket, Custom Git, Dropbox, iCloud, Google Drive, SFTP, SSH, and FTP servers • Git Operations for easy repository management • Git Visual Merge Tool to resolve merge conflicts. • Git Visual Branch and Commits History. • Live editing—open, edit, and save files directly to remote services • Network monitoring for remote services (FTP, SFTP, SSH) • Built-in Terminal (SSH Client) with multiple terminals in tabs. • Syntax highlighting & code autocomplete: ASP, AWK, ActionScript, Ada, Arduino, Bash, C, C++, C#, Clojure, Cobol, CSS, D, Dart, Dockerfile, Erlang, F#, Fortran, Gherkin, Go, HAML, Haskell, HTML (4 & 5), INI, Java, JavaScript, Julia, Kotlin, LaTeX, Common Lisp, Lua, Markdown, MATLAB, MQL (4 & 5), NSIS, Objective-C, Org Mode, Pascal, Perl, PHP, PowerShell, Progress, Prolog, Pug, Puppet, Python, Q/kdb+, R, reStructuredText, Ruby, Rust, Scala, Solidity, SQL, Stata, Swift, Terraform, TypeScript, TypeScript React, Verilog, VHDL, Visual Basic, Vue, x86 ASM, XML • Vim mode support • Symbol navigator / document outline • Code autocompletion, with custom snippets. • Find & replace with regular expression support • Recursive file and content search—match and jump to any file at a specific line • Find references in file and jump to any file • Bracket matching and highlighting • Line and word wrapping • Unicode support • Multiple windows, Split View, and Slide Over support • Tabs with automatic restore—quickly switch between files and terminals • Full screen mode • Extended keyboard with coding keys • Bluetooth keyboard support with shortcuts manager • Customizable fonts, font sizes, and over 300 dark and light themes • Full iOS Files integration—link external folders, open multiple files, import from any supported cloud provider • Local and Remote Preview for websites(HTML,JS,CSS) • Preview images, PDFs, movies, and documents • Send files by email • iOS "Open In" support (to and from other apps) • Touch ID / Face ID protection SUBSCRIPTION: - You can subscribe for Pro access to all app’s features. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. By using the app, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service: https://www.buffereditor.com/privacy https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Simple Code Editor for Web

Features
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Simple Code Editor for Web is your on-the-go coding companion designed to make web development seamless and efficient. Whether you are a seasoned developer, a student learning to code, or a hobbyist, this app provides you with all the essential tools to write, edit, and run your code anytime, anywhere. Key Features: - Multiple Languages: Write and edit HTML, PHP, CSS, and JavaScript code effortlessly. - Code Highlighting: Syntax highlighting for all supported languages to improve code readability. - Instantly run your code and see the output within the app. - Error Handling: Get error messages for PHP and JavaScript to debug and refine your code quickly. - Code Saving: Save your code projects with a name and retrieve them later to continue working. - Theme Options: Switch between light and dark modes to suit your coding environment and reduce eye strain. Who Will This App Benefit: - Web Developers: Perfect for professional developers who need a mobile solution for coding. - Students: Ideal for learners who want to practice coding anytime without the need for a full setup. - Hobbyists: Great for coding enthusiasts who enjoy developing and testing web pages in their spare time. - Teachers and Educators: A handy tool for teaching web development concepts interactively. Why Choose Simple Code Editor for Web? Simple Code Editor for Web is designed with simplicity and functionality in mind. It’s a lightweight, user-friendly app that provides powerful coding capabilities without the need for a complex setup. Perfect for quick edits, testing, and learning, it ensures you have your code editor available wherever you go. Download Simple Code Editor for Web today and take your web development projects with you!

Screenshots

Buffer Editor4 screens
Simple Code Editor for Web4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Buffer Editor at Free against Simple Code Editor for Web's $0.99. Simple Code Editor for Web's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and chart position (#160 vs unranked). On 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

Buffer Editor is free to download; Simple Code Editor for Web costs $0.99 up front. Buffer Editor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Simple Code Editor for Web asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Buffer Editor versus Simple Code Editor for Web: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBuffer EditorSimple Code Editor for Web
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating3.9 (157 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews56.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings157 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
Best chart rank—#160 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBlakzero OyHardi Darweish

Bugs and requests

Buffer Editor

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes when switching between apps
  • Losing work due to save issues
  • Incorrect parameter errors when editing files
  • Broken Bitbucket/GitHub authentication

Requested features

6 requests
  • Integrated terminal/Linux shell
  • GitHub/GitLab workflow integration
  • Ability to run/compile code
  • Better file management options
  • More keyboard shortcuts and customization
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  • Improved syntax highlighting and auto-complete

Simple Code Editor for Web

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Buffer Editor

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly3 Days trial$34.991 Year
None

Simple Code Editor for Web

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Buffer Editor free?
Buffer Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Simple Code Editor for Web free?
Simple Code Editor for Web costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Buffer Editor or Simple Code Editor for Web have ads?
Neither Buffer Editor nor Simple Code Editor for Web shows ads.

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