# DraftCode for PHP IDE vs TinyServer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TinyServer at none against DraftCode for PHP IDE's 6. TinyServer also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). DraftCode for PHP IDE's advantage is ratings volume (88 vs 28). On ads, chart position, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

DraftCode for PHP IDE costs $4.99 and TinyServer $3.99 up front. DraftCode for PHP IDE sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. TinyServer asks for nothing beyond the download.

TinyServer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 88 and 28 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of DraftCode for PHP IDE's written reviews are positive against 75% of TinyServer's.

DraftCode for PHP IDE ships an update every 3 months, TinyServer every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DraftCode for PHP IDE | TinyServer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$3.99** |
| Rating | [4.5 (88 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/draftcode-for-php-ide/id593757593/reviews) | **[4.7 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tinyserver/id1517211662/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **88** | 28 |
| Positive reviews | 65.8% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#71** | #81 |
| Size | 184 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Solesignal Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/402984346) | [Christian Lobach](https://appshunter.io/developer/516573165) |

## What reviewers say

### DraftCode for PHP IDE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/draftcode-for-php-ide/id593757593)

**Currently charting:** #71 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Develop and run PHP, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS locally on your mobile device or Mac without an internet connection. Supports complex applications like WordPress and phpMyAdmin, with flexible workspace options and a comprehensive PHP stack.

**Highlights:** Offline PHP, JS, HTML, CSS execution, Run complex apps like WordPress, Custom workspace folder support, Session Inspector and error display, PHP and JS syntax coloring, Composer support for dependency management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PHP 7.2 Runtime | Free | one-time |
| PHP 7.3 Runtime | Free | one-time |
| PHP 8.2 Runtime | Free | one-time |
| PHP 8.1 Runtime | Free | one-time |
| PHP 8.0.28 Runtime | Free | one-time |
| PHP 8.5 Runtime | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Full PHP runtime on iOS device
- 👍 Intuitive and simple user interface
- 💻 Ability to run WordPress locally on iPad
- 🔌 Works offline without internet connection
- 📱 Enables mobile web development workflow

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Scrolling snaps back to starting position
- 🐛 Undo function jumps arbitrary steps
- 🐛 Text editor lacks modern features
- ❌ Cannot access served content from Safari
- ❌ No FTP or cloud storage integration

**Reported bugs**

- Scrolling snaps back to original position
- Undo function deletes arbitrary number of steps
- App freezes after entering characters
- Crashes on iOS 9 and older versions
- JavaScript console viewer always empty

**Requested features**

- Search and find/replace functionality
- FTP and Dropbox integration
- Updated PHP versions
- Multiple syntax highlighting themes
- Git/GitHub integration


### TinyServer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tinyserver/id1517211662)

**Currently charting:** #81 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Transform your mobile device into a web server to host static websites. Access files from other devices on your local network using a friendly URL. Features include directory listing, basic authentication, and seamless integration with external editors.

**Highlights:** Serve static files and websites over HTTP, Directory listing for easy browsing, Bonjour for friendly URLs, iPad Multitasking support, Basic authentication protection, Access log viewing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DraftCode for PHP IDE free?

DraftCode for PHP IDE costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is TinyServer free?

TinyServer costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DraftCode for PHP IDE or TinyServer?

TinyServer is rated higher. DraftCode for PHP IDE averages 4.5 out of 5 from 88 ratings, while TinyServer averages 4.7 from 28 ratings.

### Do DraftCode for PHP IDE or TinyServer have ads?

Neither DraftCode for PHP IDE nor TinyServer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DraftCode for PHP IDE or TinyServer?

DraftCode for PHP IDE ships an update every 3 months, and TinyServer every 4 weeks. Most recently, DraftCode for PHP IDE was updated on September 25, 2026 and TinyServer on September 19, 2026.

### Which is more popular, DraftCode for PHP IDE or TinyServer?

DraftCode for PHP IDE currently peaks at #71 in the App Store charts, and TinyServer at #81. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*