Comparison

Search Ops vs Scripting

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

Head to head
About

Search Ops

Features
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Query ElasticSearch and OpenSearch databases * Free text strings, using compounds (AND/OR) and Date Ranges * View results as documents or in a table * Easily switch between hosts, indexes and filter on mapped data types Support ElasticSearch (v6.0 and above) and OpenSearch (v1.0 and above) * /_mapping * /_search * /_aliases Authentication: * Connection using a CloudID from Elastic.co or a direct host connection * Authenticate with Username/Password, Auth Token, API Token or API Key * Readonly access only. Requires a user with Viewer and Monitoring Role Privacy & Transparency: * Open Source business logic on Github * No tracking or analytics * Uses a local on device database (Realm) with encryption on Settings * Request Logs * Request Timeout * Max Document Size * Light / Dark Mode

About

Scripting

This app allows users to build and run custom scripts using TypeScript or JavaScript directly on their mobile devices. It provides access to native device APIs and allows for the creation of widgets, custom keyboards, and more. An integrated AI assistant can help run scripts and generate code.

Highlights
  • Build custom widgets and toggles
  • Access native iOS APIs
  • Design UI with TSX & SwiftUI
  • Integrated AI assistant for code generation
  • Advanced mobile code editor
  • Real-time script preview with CLI
Features
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Scripting is a powerful development platform that lets you write, test, and run TypeScript or JavaScript scripts directly on your iPhone or iPad. Whether you’re a creative maker or someone who loves automating everyday tasks, Scripting unlocks endless possibilities to make your device truly yours. Key Features • Build Powerful Scripts Create your own widgets, Control Center toggles, Dynamic Island views, custom keyboards, Shortcuts, and share extensions — all powered by your scripts. • Access Native APIs Leverage a full suite of native iOS APIs (Calendar, Notification, Bluetooth, Health, and more) to interact deeply with your device and craft personalized automation. • Design Native UI with TSX & SwiftUI Build beautiful, responsive interfaces using TSX syntax and SwiftUI components. Create interactive tools, widgets, and custom keyboards with native performance. • Integrated AI Assistant Connect your own API key to chat with any AI service. Let AI run your scripts, search your knowledge base, generate code, and complete complex workflows automatically. • Smooth Development Experience Use the companion CLI tool with VSCode to preview and run your scripts in real time on your iPhone or iPad. Development has never felt this smooth. • Advanced Mobile Code Editor Code on the go with a modern mobile editor. Enjoy enhanced TypeScript support, including autocompletion, syntax highlighting, inline diagnostics, and intelligent code hints. Why Choose Scripting? Scripting gives you the freedom to customize your iPhone like never before. From building unique automations to integrating AI into your daily routines, it turns your creativity into real, working tools — all running natively on iOS. Unleash your imagination and redefine what your device can do. Privacy Policy: https://scripting.fun/privacy_policy/ Terms of Use: https://scripting.fun/terms/

Screenshots

Search Ops4 screens
Scripting4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Scripting at Free against Search Ops's $4.99. Scripting also leads on chart position (#53 vs unranked). Search Ops's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On update cadence, ads, device support 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

Scripting is free to download; Search Ops costs $4.99 up front. Scripting sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Search Ops asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Search Ops ships an update every 2 weeks, Scripting fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Search Ops versus Scripting: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSearch OpsScripting
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating—4.9 (84 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—97.9% of reviews
Number of ratings—84 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#53 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB471 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRyan McCafferyShenzhen Yin Shi Technology Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

Search Ops

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Scripting

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan$0.991 Month
  • Annual Plan$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$19.99

Questions

Is Search Ops free?
Search Ops costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scripting free?
Scripting is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Search Ops or Scripting have ads?
Neither Search Ops nor Scripting shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Search Ops or Scripting?
Search Ops ships an update every 2 weeks, and Scripting fortnightly. Most recently, Search Ops was updated on September 21, 2026 and Scripting on September 30, 2026.

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