Comparison

iEditor vs TXT Editor

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

Head to head
About

iEditor

A fast and simple text and source code editor for iPhone and iPad. It allows users to create, import, edit, and manage various file types with features like syntax highlighting, search/replace, and export options.

Highlights
  • Create and import text/source code files
  • Syntax highlighting for C, Java, HTML
  • Search and replace functionality
  • Export files to PDF or JPEG
  • File management (add, delete, rename, sort)
  • View multiple file formats
Features
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Voted No. 1 text and source code editor on iPhone/iPad. Simple and fast. iEditor is a text file and source code editing tool on iPhone and iPad. You can use iEditor to: - Create a new text or source code file. - Import files from various locations through Document Browser. - Support Syntax Highlighting for C, Java, HTML files. - Edit text based files and source codes. Supported files include: TXT files, C source codes, HTML files, JAVA source codes, log files, Shell scripts, etc. - Support Search/Replace within a text file. - Support to export a text based file to a PDF or a JPEG file. - Support to Print a file. - Support to Email a file. - Support File Management including: Add/Delete/Rename/Sort files. - Support to view many file formats, including: DOC, EXCEL, PPT, PDF, image files, video files, etc. - Support to open a file in another App. - Support to save an image to your Photo Album. With its simple interfaces, iEditor provides the easiest way to edit text and source code files on iPhone and iPad. If you have any questions, please visit: http://www.comcsoft.com/Portfolio/our_apps/iEditor/iEditor_overview.php.

About

TXT Editor

A powerful yet simple text editor for creating, editing, and organizing plain text files. It offers multi-platform compatibility, secure cloud syncing, and an AI writing assistant to enhance productivity.

Highlights
  • Edit .TXT plain text files
  • AI Writing Assistant
  • Secure cloud syncing
  • Multi-platform compatibility
  • Export to PDF, PNG
  • App passcode protection
Features
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Notepad is a powerful yet straightforward text editor, inspired by the classic Windows Notepad and enhanced with advanced tools for today’s users. Designed for those who value simplicity and security, Notepad combines a minimalist interface with powerful features to meet all your writing, editing, and organizing needs. With Notepad, you can: • Edit .TXT plain text files with multiplatform compatibility: Windows, macOS and Linux • Take quick notes, draft ideas, and make lists in a clean, distraction-free environment • Open, edit, and manage plain text files (.txt) effortlessly • Personalize Notepad with customs fonts • Utilize the AI Writing Assistant to generate, transform, translate, and analyze text, helping you work smarter • Sync files securely across devices with iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, and more, so your notes are accessible anytime, anywhere • Import .txt files directly from your Windows or Linux computer, making it easy to work with your existing files • Export documents in various formats, including PDF, PNG, and more for flexible sharing and storage • Protect your files with an app passcode, ensuring your notes and documents remain secure and private • Share files with other apps or users via Mail, iCloud Drive, Gmail, and more, making it easy to send your work wherever it’s needed Notepad combines simplicity, security, and powerful tools like AI assistance and multi-platform syncing, making it the perfect choice for all your writing and organizational needs. Download Notepad on iOS to enjoy a familiar, streamlined, and secure text editing experience. Privacy Policy http://www.noteswriter.com/Kairoos_Privacy_Policy.html EULA https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ This app requires users to have a subscription to unlock all the features after a 3-day risk-free trial.

Screenshots

iEditor4 screens
TXT Editor3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iEditor at 56% against TXT Editor's 0%. iEditor also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and rating (4.1 vs 3.7). TXT Editor's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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

Both are free to download. TXT Editor sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. iEditor asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iEditor holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iEditor has 189 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of iEditor's written reviews are positive against 0% of TXT Editor's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iEditor ships an update every 7 months, TXT Editor every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
iEditor versus TXT Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriEditorTXT Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (189 ratings) — better3.7 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews56.4% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings189 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB198 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperComcSoft CorporationKairoos Solutions SL

Customer experience

iEditor

All ratings189 ratings
Positive75.7%
Neutral7.4%
Negative16.9%
Written reviews557 reviews
Positive56.4%
Neutral11.3%
Negative32.3%

TXT Editor

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

iEditor

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to save edited files
  • Text disappearing during editing
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Autosave functionality
  • Support for more file formats
  • Syntax highlighting for code
  • Cloud/iCloud integration

TXT Editor

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

iEditor

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

TXT Editor

Subscriptions1
  • Notepad Full Unlock3 Days trial$2.991 Month

Questions

Is iEditor free?
iEditor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TXT Editor free?
TXT Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iEditor or TXT Editor?
iEditor is rated higher. iEditor averages 4.1 out of 5 from 189 ratings, while TXT Editor averages 3.7 from 7 ratings.
Do iEditor or TXT Editor have ads?
iEditor shows ads; TXT Editor does not.
Which is updated more often, iEditor or TXT Editor?
iEditor ships an update every 7 months, and TXT Editor every 3 months. Most recently, iEditor was updated on September 13, 2026 and TXT Editor on September 20, 2026.

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