# Code Editor vs RestForge

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Code Editor at 52% against RestForge's 0%. Code Editor also leads on rating (4.4 vs 1.3) and ads (none vs shown). RestForge's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Code Editor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and RestForge sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Code Editor holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Editor has 94 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of Code Editor's written reviews are positive against 0% of RestForge's.

Code Editor ships an update every 3 months, RestForge every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Code Editor | RestForge |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (94 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-editor/id6445875921/reviews)** | [1.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/restforge-api-client/id6746305017/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **94** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **51.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 62 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RainbowFactory LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1670679665) | [KHANG LE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1729052738) |

## What reviewers say

### Code Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-editor/id6445875921)

This mobile application offers a powerful and intuitive platform for on-the-go coding. It supports multiple programming languages with advanced features like code completion and syntax highlighting, along with customization options for a comfortable coding experience.

**Highlights:** Multi-language support (Python, Java, JS, HTML, CSS), Intelligent code completion, Syntax highlighting, Customizable themes and fonts, Multi-file management, Code preview and sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coding Pro | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Coding Pro | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Code Pro | $9.99 | per year |


### RestForge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/restforge-api-client/id6746305017)

This app allows developers to build, test, debug, and automate APIs directly from their mobile devices. It supports various HTTP methods, body types, and offers cloud sync, scripting, and SOAP support. Premium features include code export and an analytics dashboard.

**Highlights:** Send and test all HTTP methods, Support for multiple body types, Import from popular API tools, Cloud sync across 5 platforms, Pre & post-request JavaScript scripting, SOAP/WSDL support, Request scheduling

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Code Editor free?

Code Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is RestForge free?

RestForge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Code Editor or RestForge?

Code Editor is rated higher. Code Editor averages 4.4 out of 5 from 94 ratings, while RestForge averages 1.3 from 4 ratings.

### Do Code Editor or RestForge have ads?

RestForge shows ads; Code Editor does not.

### Which is updated more often, Code Editor or RestForge?

Code Editor ships an update every 3 months, and RestForge every 2 weeks. Most recently, Code Editor was updated on September 28, 2026 and RestForge on September 25, 2026.

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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.*