Comparison

JSONEditor vs HTML Viewer

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

Head to head
About

JSONEditor

This app allows developers to import, view, and edit JSON files with syntax highlighting. It offers tree view for clear visualization and supports importing from files or HTTP requests.

Highlights
  • Import JSON from Files app
  • Import JSON from HTTP request
  • Tree View for clear visualization
  • Syntax highlighting for code editing
  • Monthly and annual subscription options
Features
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JSONEditor is a powerful JSON editor for app and web developers. - Import JSON file from Files app - Import JSON from http request - View JSON in Tree View clearly - Edit JSON code with syntax highlighting ----- JSONEditor Pro is available with a monthly or annual subscription. You can subscribe and pay through your Apple account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Auto-renew may be turned off after purchase. Terms of Use: https://www.zhihuke.com/jsoneditor/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.zhihuke.com/jsoneditor/privacy.html

About

HTML Viewer

Inspect and analyze the HTML source code of any website or local files. Features include element inspection, syntax highlighting, and multi-tab support for efficient workflow. Ideal for developers and students learning web technologies.

Highlights
  • View website source code
  • Inspect elements
  • Open local/iCloud HTML files
  • Multiple tabs support
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Search and copy code
Features
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Inspect Website Source Code, Syntax Highlighting & More – Ad-Free with "HTML Viewer: View Source". "HTML Viewer: View Source" is the perfect tool for developers, students, and curious minds who want to view, inspect, and analyze HTML code on the go — with no ads, ever. Key Features: ► View Source Code Instantly: Load and inspect the HTML source of any website. ► Inspect Elements: Tap into any part of the page to reveal the underlying HTML – just like browser dev tools. ► Open Local or iCloud HTML Files: Easily access saved HTML files from your device or iCloud Drive. ► Multiple Tabs Support: Work on multiple files or websites at once – perfect for multitaskers. ► Syntax Highlighting: Enjoy beautifully formatted code that’s easy to read and navigate. ► Search & Copy Code: Find what you need in a flash and copy snippets effortlessly. Whether you're debugging, learning HTML, or just curious how a webpage works, HTML Viewer: View Source delivers a smooth, professional experience — all ad-free. I love feedback! Get in touch with me at support@umango.in. Check out our privacy policy at https://sites.google.com/view/html-inspector/privacy-policy and our terms of use at https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

JSONEditor3 screens
HTML Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: HTML Viewer at every 8 days against JSONEditor's every 25 months. HTML Viewer also leads on review sentiment (25% vs 0%) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). 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. JSONEditor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and HTML Viewer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HTML Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 9 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of JSONEditor's written reviews are positive against 25% of HTML Viewer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JSONEditor ships an update every 25 months, HTML Viewer every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
JSONEditor versus HTML Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJSONEditorHTML Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (12 ratings)4.6 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews25.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 25 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#79 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB84 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer杏娣 吴Utsav Mangla

Customer experience

JSONEditor

All ratings12 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

HTML Viewer

All ratings9 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

JSONEditor

Subscriptions2
  • JSONEditor Pro$1.491 Month
  • JSONEditor Pro7 Days trial$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • JSONEditor Pro$7.99
4 purchases

HTML Viewer

Subscriptions3
  • HTML Viewer - All access - Mid$14.991 Year
  • HTML Viewer - All access - Max14 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • HTML Viewer - All access - Max$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • HTML Viewer - Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is JSONEditor free?
JSONEditor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HTML Viewer free?
HTML Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, JSONEditor or HTML Viewer?
HTML Viewer is rated higher. JSONEditor averages 4.3 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while HTML Viewer averages 4.6 from 9 ratings.
Do JSONEditor or HTML Viewer have ads?
Neither JSONEditor nor HTML Viewer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, JSONEditor or HTML Viewer?
JSONEditor ships an update every 25 months, and HTML Viewer every 8 days. Most recently, JSONEditor was updated on September 23, 2026 and HTML Viewer on September 16, 2026.

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