Comparison

Source Code Reader vs CSS Inspector for Safari

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

Head to head
About

Source Code Reader

Easily view website source code directly on your iPhone or iPad. Access this functionality within the app or through a built-in Safari extension. Features include dark mode, adjustable font sizes, and text search.

Highlights
  • View source code in-app
  • Safari extension for direct viewing
  • Dark mode support
  • Adjustable font sizes
  • Text search functionality
  • Multiple window support
Features
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With the Source Code Reader app it's easy to view the source code of a site directly on your iPhone or iPad. You can do this in the app or directly in Safari with the built-in Safari extension. The app supports dark mode, adjustable font sizes, text search and multiple windows - all available in the Safari extension as well.

About

CSS Inspector for Safari

This extension provides instant CSS insights for Safari users. Easily inspect website elements by hovering or clicking to reveal details about typography, colors, sizes, and more in a human-readable format. Copy design elements with a single click.

Highlights
  • Hover to highlight elements
  • Click for detailed CSS insights
  • Human-readable format
  • Quick copy feature
  • Cross-device compatibility
Features
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Discover a world where understanding website designs becomes a breeze with the "CSS Inspector for Safari" extension. Have you ever looked at a website and wondered about its design intricacies? What colors are they using? What typography makes it stand out? Which margins and paddings are giving it that unique layout? Say goodbye to the complexities and dive into the world of CSS with unmatched ease. Features: Hover to Highlight: As you move your cursor across the page, every website element gets highlighted, enabling you to understand page structures without any guesswork. Click for Detailed Insights: Upon clicking an element, a dedicated small window pops up. Explore typography specifics, grasp color schemes, understand effects applied, and get details about sizes, margins, and paddings. Human-Readable Format: No more getting lost in technical jargon. The information is displayed in a well-organized, clear, and comprehensible manner. Quick Copy Feature: Found a color you like? Maybe a specific shade or gradient caught your eye? No need to jot it down or remember; with a simple click, you can copy information directly from the pop-up window. Cross-Device Compatibility: CSS Inspector is available on macOS, iOS, and iPadOS, ensuring that you have a consistent and optimized browsing experience across all your Apple devices. Beyond these features, "CSS Inspector for Safari" is built with user experience at its core. It’s lightweight, ensuring that your browsing speed remains unhindered. Whether you're a professional working on a project, a student learning about web designs, or someone who enjoys understanding the digital spaces they visit, "CSS Inspector for Safari" is your go-to tool. Experience a nuanced way to explore websites, gather design inspirations, or simply feed your curiosity. Join thousands of users who have transformed their Safari browsing experience. Equip yourself with a tool that not only adds value but also empowers your digital journey. Download "CSS Inspector for Safari" and make the web a canvas of learning and exploration!

Screenshots

Source Code Reader4 screens
CSS Inspector for Safari3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: CSS Inspector for Safari at monthly against Source Code Reader's every 5 months. CSS Inspector for Safari also leads on chart position (#13 vs #71). Source Code Reader's advantage is review sentiment (63% vs 50%) and ratings volume (5 vs 1). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Source Code Reader costs $1.99 and CSS Inspector for Safari $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Source Code Reader against 5.0 for CSS Inspector for Safari. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Source Code Reader has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 63% of Source Code Reader's written reviews are positive against 50% of CSS Inspector for Safari's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Source Code Reader ships an update every 5 months, CSS Inspector for Safari monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Source Code Reader versus CSS Inspector for Safari: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSource Code ReaderCSS Inspector for Safari
Price$1.99 — better$2.99
Rating5.0 (5 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews63.2% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#71#13 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexander EichhornAlfredo Grassau

Customer experience

Source Code Reader

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive63.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative31.6%

CSS Inspector for Safari

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Source Code Reader

No in-app purchases

None

CSS Inspector for Safari

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Source Code Reader free?
Source Code Reader costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is CSS Inspector for Safari free?
CSS Inspector for Safari costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Source Code Reader or CSS Inspector for Safari?
Source Code Reader and CSS Inspector for Safari are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Source Code Reader or CSS Inspector for Safari have ads?
Neither Source Code Reader nor CSS Inspector for Safari shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Source Code Reader or CSS Inspector for Safari?
Source Code Reader ships an update every 5 months, and CSS Inspector for Safari monthly. Most recently, Source Code Reader was updated on October 4, 2026 and CSS Inspector for Safari on September 20, 2026.
Which is more popular, Source Code Reader or CSS Inspector for Safari?
Source Code Reader currently peaks at #71 in the App Store charts, and CSS Inspector for Safari at #13. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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