SJ Chmod Calculator vs CHMOD Lab
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
SJ Chmod Calculator
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SJ Chmod Calculator is a free iOS app designed for system administrators, developers, and Linux/Unix users who need to quickly and accurately calculate, understand, and convert Unix file permissions. With its clear and intuitive interface, the app makes it easy to switch between numeric and symbolic representations of file permissions. SJ Chmod Calculator offers two simple methods to obtain or verify file or directory access rights. First mode: Numeric code input (755, 644, 600, etc.) The user enters a 3-digit chmod value. The app instantly displays: β A permissions table (read, write, execute) for each category: User (owner), Group, Others β The equivalent symbolic notation (e.g., rwxr-xr-x) Second mode: Interactive table input The user simply checks the boxes for read (R), write (W), and execute (X) for each category. The app automatically calculates: β The corresponding numeric chmod value β The Unix symbolic permission string Key features: β Instant conversion between numeric and symbolic notation β Visual table of permissions by category (user, group, others) β Intuitive interface, easy to use β Free application A practical tool for all Linux/Unix users Whether youβre a developer, system administrator, student, or advanced user of Unix/Linux systems, SJ Chmod Calculator helps you manage file permissions quickly and effortlessly.
CHMOD Lab
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Stop guessing Linux file permissions. CHMOD Lab is the ultimate interactive sandbox and calculator for developers, SysAdmins, and students who want to master the command line. Whether you are configuring a web server, debugging a script, or studying for your Linux certification, CHMOD Lab bridges the gap between confusing octal numbers (755) and symbolic notation (rwxr-xr-x). FEATURES: β’ Interactive Calculator: Toggle permissions instantly. Tap "Read," "Write," or "Execute" and watch the Octal and Symbolic codes update in real-time. β’ Reverse Lookup: Type in a code like "644" and see exactly which permissions are granted. β’ Visual Sandbox: See permissions visualized to understand "who" can do "what" before you run the command. β’ Cheat Sheet: Built-in reference guides for common permission patterns. Master the command line. Download CHMOD Lab today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CHMOD Lab at none against SJ Chmod Calculator's 5. CHMOD Lab also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. SJ Chmod Calculator sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. CHMOD Lab asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | SJ Chmod Calculator | CHMOD Lab |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly | β |
| Ads | Yes | No β better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 β better | 17.6 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Stephane JAILLIARD | Guy Miller |
In-app purchases
SJ Chmod Calculator
- A coffee$0.99
- A cookie$2.99
- A lemon tart$4.99
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- No ads$4.99
- A pizza$9.99
CHMOD Lab
No in-app purchases
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