Comparison

Vision Detector vs Source Files

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

Head to head
About

Vision Detector

Easily test and evaluate Core ML models on your iPhone or iPad. Load your own models from various cloud services or local storage and run them using live camera feed or stored images. Supports image classification, object detection, and style transfer.

Highlights
  • Run Core ML models on device
  • Load models from cloud storage
  • Live camera feed inference
  • Image classification support
  • Object detection support
  • Style transfer support
Features
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Vision Detector is an AI image analysis tool that supports CoreML machine learning models, multi-modal Large Language Models, and on-device Apple Intelligence. Choose the mode that best fits your use case. You can choose one of the following image input sources: - Live video by built-in camera - Still image by the built-in camera - Photo Library - Files (iCloud, Google Drive, Dropbox, etc) For live video inputs, continuous inference is performed on the camera feed. However, the frame rate and other parameters depend on the device. # Notification Center Vision Detector can call Notification Center for predefined conditions. Broadcasting notifications send notification to your all Apple devices signed in with the same Apple Account. ## CoreML Mode Vision Detector locally executes CoreML models using Apple’s Vision framework. Before using this mode, prepare a machine learning model in the CoreML format (.mlmodel or .mlpackage) using Create ML. Import ML models via iClpoud or AirDrop. Vision Detector supports the following types of CoreML models: - Image classification - Object detection - Style transfer ## Vision LLM Mode Vision Detector can use multi-modal large language model (LLMs). Define what to do with prompt as following samples: - If the image is screen shot, answer the name software - Call notification when you see a cat - Count number of persons in the image, and notify when it changes ## Apple Intelligence mode Available with iOS 27 on selected devices (iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone Air, etc). The images are completely processed on your device locally with your prompt.

About

Source Files

Access GitHub, Gitea, GitLab, and BitBucket directly from your file manager without cloning. Edit large repositories in seconds using REST APIs, with support for automation and file uploads. Offers a free tier for single servers and a Pro Unlock for multiple servers.

Highlights
  • Direct file access via Finder/Files app
  • Edit files in favorite apps
  • REST API for fast access
  • Supports GitHub, GitLab, Gitea, BitBucket
  • Shortcuts automation support
  • File uploads via services menu
Features
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Source Files is a faster way to access GitHub, Gitea, GitLab and BitBucket from the Finder and Files app without having to clone repositories or commit changes. Using REST APIs instead of the traditional Git protocol you will be editing files in even the largest repositories in seconds: • Drag a repository URL to the Files app • Browse the directory that immediately appears • Open and Edit files in your favorite app Source Files is file oriented and making edits to 3 different files will result in 3 commits. It is possible to configure the app to work in a branch where a messy commit history is acceptable and merge changes back using pull requests. Consider using traditional Git clients like Working Copy or Tower for projects that need a tidy commit history in all branches. There is rich support for automation with Shortcuts actions to List, Download, Upload and Move files. Uploading files from the Mac services menu and share sheet is supported and very fast as target directories are remembered for different file types. The app is free to use with a single server. A Pro Unlock is required for multiple servers, available as a one-time purchase or a monthly subscription, with access shared across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. A one-week free trial allows users to evaluate Pro features before purchase. Source Files is restricted by GitHub, GitLab and BitBucket API quotas that depend on your account privileges.

Screenshots

Vision Detector4 screens
Source Files4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vision Detector at none against Source Files's 3. Vision Detector also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 75%). Source Files's advantage is chart position (#117 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Source Files sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Vision Detector asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Vision Detector versus Source Files: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVision DetectorSource Files
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (30 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—30 — better
Update frequencyWeeklyWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#117 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS18.218.2
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKazufumi SuzukiAnders Borum ApS

Customer experience

Vision Detector

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Source Files

All ratings30 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral6.3%
Negative18.8%

In-app purchases

None

Vision Detector

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Source Files

Subscriptions1
  • Source Files Monthly7 Days trial$2.491 Month
One-time2
  • Lifetime Source Pro$23.99
  • Lifetime Source Pro$24.99

Questions

Is Vision Detector free?
Vision Detector is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Source Files free?
Source Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Vision Detector or Source Files have ads?
Neither Vision Detector nor Source Files shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Vision Detector or Source Files?
Vision Detector ships an update weekly, and Source Files weekly. Most recently, Vision Detector was updated on October 2, 2026 and Source Files on October 11, 2026.

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