Comparison

Simple WebSocket Client 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

Simple WebSocket Client

Connect to WebSocket servers with customizable HTTP headers. Save successful connections for easy access and review. This tool is designed for developers needing to test WebSocket endpoints.

Highlights
  • WebSocket client functionality
  • Add custom HTTP headers
  • Save successful connections
  • Review connection history
  • Developer tool
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This app is a WebSocket Client. The app can add HTTP headers as needed when connecting. Successful connections are saved for later review.

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

Simple WebSocket Client4 screens
Source Files4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Simple WebSocket Client at 5.0 against Source Files's 4.4. Simple WebSocket Client also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3). Source Files's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). On price 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. Source Files sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Simple WebSocket Client asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Simple WebSocket Client holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Source Files has 30 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple WebSocket Client ships an update every 3 months, Source Files weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Simple WebSocket Client versus Source Files: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple WebSocket ClientSource Files
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.4 (30 ratings)
Positive reviews—75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings130 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#141 — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS18.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYuya AsamuraAnders Borum ApS

Customer experience

Simple WebSocket Client

All ratings1 ratings
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

Simple WebSocket Client

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 Simple WebSocket Client free?
Simple WebSocket Client is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Source Files free?
Source Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Simple WebSocket Client or Source Files?
Simple WebSocket Client is rated higher. Simple WebSocket Client averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Source Files averages 4.4 from 30 ratings.
Do Simple WebSocket Client or Source Files have ads?
Simple WebSocket Client shows ads; Source Files does not.
Which is updated more often, Simple WebSocket Client or Source Files?
Simple WebSocket Client ships an update every 3 months, and Source Files weekly. Most recently, Simple WebSocket Client was updated on October 8, 2026 and Source Files on October 7, 2026.

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