Javelin Reader vs LaTeX Editor Tex Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Javelin Reader
This app is a PDF reader designed for books and articles, offering features like bookmarking, annotation, and highlighting. It allows users to download documents via URL, file sharing, or XML shortcuts, supporting DRM-protected files.
- PDF reading
- Bookmarking
- Annotation
- Highlighting/markup
- Document download via URL
- File sharing support
- DRM protected file support
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Javelin version 3 is a special PDF reader for books, articles and similar documents, with or without document authorization. The app supports PDF reading functionality and navigation via the Contents icon, embedded hyperlinks, bookmarks and similar features. Bookmarking, Annotation and highlighting/markup features are supported in the PDF reader. Documents can be downloaded to the app in one of three principal ways: (i) by using the download icon in the toolbar and entering a full URL; or (ii) by file sharing via iTunes - files may be downloaded or shared that have the file extensions .pdf and .drmz; and (iii) the app supports a third file format, which is an xml structure for lists of documents. This essentially provides a shortcut for the download procedure, as the xml file includes a description of the file and the url of the file to be downloaded, thereby simplifying the download process for the user. These xml lists can themselves be downloaded via an explicit URL download request or may be pre-loaded - a sample catalog is pre-loaded. Suitable files downloaded via Safari may also be opened via Javelin. Examples of the type of document that would use Javelin include: an electronic copy of a book in PDF format that has previously been purchased in print or other form via the publisher’s website or a traditional bookstore; notes to accompany a training course; intra-corporate technical manuals; and documents provided on a time-limited basis). Javelin does not support in-app purchasing or direct purchasing of digital content through other means. Advanced catalog-handling facilities provide a convenient means for publishers to provide access to their publications.
LaTeX Editor Tex Pro
Create and edit LaTeX documents on your iOS device. Compile your .tex files into PDFs with advanced features like syntax highlighting, line numbers, and autosave. Seamlessly sync files and export your work.
- File synchronization (Dropbox, Box, Drive)
- PdfTeX and LuaTex compilation
- Syntax highlighting and line numbers
- Autosave and error handling
- PDF export to other apps or Files
- Instant preview on iPad
- Dark mode support
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Tex Pro is the best LaTeX editor for your iOS devices. It lets you to create and edit your .tex files and export a PDF from them. We spent a lot of time to create the best editor for the iOS ecosystem. It works well with the iOS 13 Files app and supports multiple windows on the iPad. Main Features: * Files synchronization (including Dropbox, Box, Drive and other file providers) * Use PdfTeX or LuaTex to generate a PDF * Stores .tex documents and generated PDF on your device * Syntax highlighting * Line numbers * Autosave * Full keyboard support * Export the generated PDF to other Apps or save to Files * Built in snippets * Built in symbols collection * Error and warning handling and highlighting in your .tex file * Instant Preview next to the editor on iPad * Font size change * Syntax highlight color change * Full dark mode support * Select custom fonts for the editor Tex Pro Subscription Unlock all premium features with our monthly subscription for just $9.99/month or $59.99/year after a 7-day free trial. Easily manage your subscription through your iTunes account. Note: Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase the subscription. Privacy Policy: https://www.cueprompter.com/latex/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.cueprompter.com/latex/tc.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: LaTeX Editor Tex Pro at 4.8 against Javelin Reader's 1.9. LaTeX Editor Tex Pro also leads on review sentiment (51% vs 19%) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 12 months). Javelin Reader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. LaTeX Editor Tex Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Javelin Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.
LaTeX Editor Tex Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LaTeX Editor Tex Pro has 1.7K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 19% of Javelin Reader's written reviews are positive against 51% of LaTeX Editor Tex Pro's.
Javelin Reader ships an update every 12 months, LaTeX Editor Tex Pro every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Javelin Reader | LaTeX Editor Tex Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.9 (17 ratings) | 4.8 (1.7K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 18.8% of reviews | 50.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 17 | 1.7K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 9.3 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Drumlin | Teleprompter LLC |
Customer experience
Javelin Reader
LaTeX Editor Tex Pro
Bugs and requests
Javelin Reader
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
LaTeX Editor Tex Pro
Reported bugs
4 issues- Cursor jumping to end of document
- Compilation errors even with correct code
- Inability to open or import existing LaTeX files
- Previewer not updating with changes
Requested features
5 requests- Improved file management and integration with cloud storage
- Autocomplete and command suggestions
- Better support for LaTeX packages and external files
- Dedicated save button
- Offline mode
In-app purchases
Javelin Reader
No in-app purchases
LaTeX Editor Tex Pro
- Tex Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
- Tex Pro Annual7 Days trial$59.991 Year
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