Comparison

JSONEditor vs JSON Tools

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

JSON Tools

This app provides developers with tools to view, edit, and compare JSON data. It offers hierarchical tree views, raw text editing with syntax highlighting, advanced search capabilities including JSONPath, and file operations for local and remote JSON files.

Highlights
  • Hierarchical tree view with expandable nodes
  • Raw text editor with syntax highlighting
  • Advanced search with JSONPath support
  • Visual JSON file comparison
  • Open JSON from device or URL
  • Save and copy JSON content
Features
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JSON Tools is a fast, modern JSON workbench built for developers who live inside APIs. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Explore large JSON files in tree or raw view with collapsible nodes • Edit with line-numbered syntax highlighting, Undo/Redo, and smart indent • Catch errors as you type with instant JSON validation and clear messages • Compare two JSON documents line by line with the diff engine • Generate strongly-typed Dart model classes in one tap • Spin up realistic mock data for unit tests in seconds • Visualize structure as a connected graph with Graph View BUILT FOR Flutter / Dart developers, backend engineers, QA engineers, and anyone who wrestles with JSON every day. EXPERIENCE Personalized Light and Dark themes, smooth animations, and an ad-free Premium option for focused work. Take control of your JSON—download JSON Tools now.

Screenshots

JSONEditor3 screens
JSON Tools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: JSONEditor at 4.3 against JSON Tools's 1.0. JSONEditor also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (12 vs 1). JSON Tools's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 25 months). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 JSON Tools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

JSONEditor holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.0. 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 split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JSONEditor ships an update every 25 months, JSON Tools fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
JSONEditor versus JSON Tools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJSONEditorJSON Tools
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (12 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 25 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer杏娣 吴OKAN KAYCI

Customer experience

JSONEditor

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

JSON Tools

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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
1 purchases

JSON Tools

One-time1
  • JSON Tools Premium$4.99

Questions

Is JSONEditor free?
JSONEditor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is JSON Tools free?
JSON Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, JSONEditor or JSON Tools?
JSONEditor is rated higher. JSONEditor averages 4.3 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while JSON Tools averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do JSONEditor or JSON Tools have ads?
JSON Tools shows ads; JSONEditor does not.
Which is updated more often, JSONEditor or JSON Tools?
JSONEditor ships an update every 25 months, and JSON Tools fortnightly. Most recently, JSONEditor was updated on September 23, 2026 and JSON Tools on September 21, 2026.

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