Comparison

JSONEditor vs JSONSpruce

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

JSONSpruce

This Safari extension automatically formats raw JSON data encountered on webpages into a readable, syntax-highlighted display. It offers interactive features like collapsible sections and one-tap actions for easy data manipulation and analysis.

Highlights
  • Automatic JSON detection
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Collapsible sections
  • Expand/collapse all
  • Copy formatted JSON
  • Raw view toggle
Features
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JSONSpruce is the essential IOS Safari extension for developers, data analysts, and anyone who works with JSON data. It automatically detects and transforms raw JSON content into a beautifully formatted, easy-to-read display with syntax highlighting and interactive features. KEY FEATURES: • Automatic JSON Detection - Instantly recognizes JSON content on any webpage • Syntax Highlighting - Color-coded elements make JSON structure crystal clear • Collapsible Sections - Expand and collapse nested objects and arrays with a single tap • One-Tap Actions - Expand all, collapse all, or copy formatted JSON instantly • Raw View Toggle - Switch between formatted and original view anytime • Universal Compatibility - Works on all websites, from APIs to data files PERFECT FOR: • Developers debugging API responses • QA testers validating data structures • Students learning programming • Data analysts exploring JSON datasets • Anyone working with web services SIMPLE SETUP: 1. Install JSONSpruce 2. Enable in Safari Settings > Extensions 3. Browse any JSON content - it just works! No configuration needed. JSONSpruce respects your privacy - it processes everything locally on your device and never sends your data anywhere.

Screenshots

JSONEditor3 screens
JSONSpruce1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: JSONSpruce at 100% against JSONEditor's 0%. JSONSpruce also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). JSONEditor's advantage is ratings volume (12 vs 1). On price, 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

Both are free to download. JSONEditor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. JSONSpruce asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

JSONSpruce holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: JSONEditor has 12 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of JSONEditor's written reviews are positive against 100% of JSONSpruce's.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
JSONEditor versus JSONSpruce: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJSONEditorJSONSpruce
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (12 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 25 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer杏娣 吴Brandon Kepros

Customer experience

JSONEditor

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

JSONSpruce

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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
None

JSONSpruce

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is JSONEditor free?
JSONEditor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is JSONSpruce free?
JSONSpruce is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, JSONEditor or JSONSpruce?
JSONSpruce is rated higher. JSONEditor averages 4.3 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while JSONSpruce averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do JSONEditor or JSONSpruce have ads?
Neither JSONEditor nor JSONSpruce shows ads.

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