Comparison

Source Files vs Code

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

Head to head
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.

About

Code

This app provides a comprehensive developer suite on your mobile device, including a code editor with syntax highlighting and autocompletion, a file explorer, and integrated Git, SSH, and FTP/SFTP clients. It allows you to work on projects anywhere, transforming your device into a portable workstation.

Highlights
  • Code editor with themes and syntax highlighting
  • File explorer for easy navigation
  • Integrated Git for version control
  • Terminal with Bash support
  • SSH client for remote connections
  • FTP/SFTP support
Features
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Code, Work Anywhere! This app has an entire developer suite embedded in this app, and it's fully native! ## Code Editor - Various Themes - Colored Syntax - Autocompletion - Minimap - Row Diff indicator ## File Explorer Move between your file like if you were at your main workstation. ## Git - Clone - Commit - Fetch - Push - Pull - Tag and more! ## Terminal An integrated Shell that support most of the commands available ( Yes, Curl is supported ;-) ) ## SSH Connect to a remote machine with no problems ## FTP / SFTP Since some of you was needing this, we've added support for it! The only app that will allow you to use your device like a real workstation! Code! Privacy Policy: https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/apppurchases-6fa17.appspot.com/o/PrivacyPolicy.html?alt=media&app=Code Terms of Service: https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/apppurchases-6fa17.appspot.com/o/TermsAndConditions.html?alt=media&app=Code Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Source Files4 screens
Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Source Files at 74% against Code's 38%. Source Files also leads on rating (4.4 vs 4.0) and chart position (#181 vs unranked). Code's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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 and Code sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Source Files holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 30 and 33 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Source Files's written reviews are positive against 38% of Code's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Source Files ships an update weekly, Code every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Source Files versus Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSource FilesCode
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (30 ratings) — better4.0 (33 ratings)
Positive reviews74.2% of reviews — better38.5% of reviews
Number of ratings3033 — better
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#181 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Vision Pro
Requires iOS18.217.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB743 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnders Borum ApSMorella Folesani

Customer experience

Source Files

All ratings30 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive74.2%
Neutral6.5%
Negative19.4%

Code

All ratings33 ratings
Positive69.7%
Neutral12.1%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive38.5%
Neutral30.8%
Negative30.8%

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
12 purchases

Code

Subscriptions12
  • Code Pro3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Code Pro3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Code Pro$2.997 Days
Show 9 more
  • Code Pro3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Code Pro - Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Code Pro3 Days trial$12.991 Year
  • Code Pro$14.991 Year
  • Code Pro - Monthly7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Code Pro - Monthly3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Code Pro$19.991 Year
  • Code Pro$34.991 Year
  • Code Pro3 Days trial$69.991 Year

Questions

Is Source Files free?
Source Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Code free?
Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Source Files or Code?
Source Files is rated higher. Source Files averages 4.4 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while Code averages 4.0 from 33 ratings.
Do Source Files or Code have ads?
Neither Source Files nor Code shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Source Files or Code?
Source Files ships an update weekly, and Code every 2 days. Most recently, Source Files was updated on September 24, 2026 and Code on September 12, 2026.

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