Comparison

Source Files vs DIY Robotic

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

DIY Robotic

Features
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DIY Robotic is a simple Bluetooth Low Energy controller for your DIY robots (for example ESP32 builds). Scan for nearby devices, connect to your hardware, and send commands with a direction pad, multiple modes, and customizable function buttons. Labels and mode names are saved on your device. No account required—everything runs locally between your phone and your robot.

Screenshots

Source Files4 screens
DIY Robotic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DIY Robotic at none against Source Files's 3. DIY Robotic also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.2). On price, 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. DIY Robotic asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Source Files versus DIY Robotic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSource FilesDIY Robotic
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (30 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings30 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.213.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnders Borum ApSShiny Blinky

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
None

DIY Robotic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Source Files free?
Source Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DIY Robotic free?
DIY Robotic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Source Files or DIY Robotic have ads?
Neither Source Files nor DIY Robotic shows ads.

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