Developer Tools vs Multiplex
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Developer Tools
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Tooly is an all-in-one toolkit designed to simplify and accelerate your development workflow. Whether youβre a software engineer, a web developer, or a designer, Tooly provides a comprehensive set of tools that seamlessly integrate into your development environment. Packed with essential utilities, Tooly is designed to help you handle everyday development tasks faster and more efficiently. Available Tools: - Base64 Encoder/Decoder: Easily convert text to Base64 and back again with just a few taps. - Unix Time Converter: Convert timestamps across various formats like Unix, Hexa epoch, and CoreData epoch, or display human-readable dates. - String Case Converter: Easily convert text to different cases such as camelCase, snake_case, or uppercase. - JSON to XML: Convert JSON data to XML, perfect for API development or data interchange. - JSON to YAML: Convert JSON data to YAML format for easier configuration and readability. - JSON to Swift: Convert JSON to Swift structs or classes for use in your iOS/macOS projects. - ID Generator and Decoder: Generate and decode UUIDs, ULIDs and NanoIDs for use in your projects. - Color Converter: Convert colors between formats such as HEX, RGB, HSL, HSB, XYZ, Lab, and named colors for fast color management. - Lorem Ipsum Generator: Quickly generate placeholder text, customizable by the number of words, phrases, or paragraphs. - Hash Generator: Create hashes in formats such as MD2, MD5, SHA-1, and SHA-256 to ensure data consistency and integrity. - Hash Validator: Verify the integrity of text or files by comparing them with a generated hash. - QR Code Generator: Create custom QR codes instantly from any input string. - Number Base Converter: Convert numbers between different bases, including binary, octal, decimal, and hexadecimal. - X.509 Certificate Decoder: Decode and inspect X.509 certificates in PEM format, extracting all the vital details. - JWT Decoder: Decode JSON Web Tokens (JWTs) and inspect their contents for easier debugging and integration. - Date Formatter: Format dates quickly and easily using the Unicode Standard (e.g., yyyy, MM, dd). - URL Encoder/Decoder: Encode URLs to make them safe for use in web addresses or decode them to read their original form. Enjoy all the features of Tooly and its tools with a one-week free trial. No commitment and cancellable at any time. Additionally, the following tools: Base64 Encoder/Decoder, JSON to XML, String Case Converter, and Unix Time Converter are available for free! And more to come! We are constantly improving Tooly and adding more useful utilities to make your development process smoother and more productive. Tooly is fully built for macOS and iPadOS, ensuring perfect integration into your workflow on any device. All tools are available as Shortcut Actions on iPad and macOS, enabling you to automate routine tasks. Additionally, Tooly supports a Command-Line Interface (CLI) on macOS for developers who prefer a terminal-based workflow. Why Tooly? - Convenience: All the essential developer tools in one app. - Efficiency: Perform conversions, generate hashes, and handle data with ease. - Future-Proof: New tools are on the way, expanding the appβs utility even further. - Tailored for Developers: Tooly is crafted with developers in mind, making it the perfect addition to your toolbox. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Multiplex
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Multiplex Remote keeps you connected to the terminal and Coding agents like Claude code sessions running on your Mac, from your phone. Pair your iPhone with the Multiplex app on your Mac and pick up any running session: watch live output, type commands, and respond the moment Claude Code needs your input. TERMINAL, WHEREVER YOU ARE Every paired session is a real terminal, mirrored from your Mac in real time. Scroll back through history, use the on-screen arrow keys and modifiers, or fit the output to your phone's width for readable text on the smallest screens. NEVER MISS A "NEEDS YOU" MOMENT Get a lock screen Live Activity and a notification the instant a Claude Code session is waiting on you, so you can approve, answer, or steer it without opening your Mac. GIT, WITHOUT LEAVING THE SESSION Open the built-in git inspector to browse changes, diffs, commit history, and branches for the repo your session is working in. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your session reaches your phone through a relay that only ever routes opaque traffic between your own devices. Pairing uses a one-time code shown on your Mac and confirmed on your phone. Requires the free Multiplex app on your Mac.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Multiplex at every 9 days against Developer Tools's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Developer Tools sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.29 per 7 days and Multiplex sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Developer Tools ships an update every 3 weeks, Multiplex every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Developer Tools | Multiplex |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 9 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17 | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Basile Cornet | DataGrids |
In-app purchases
Developer Tools
- Tooly Pro Weekly7 Days trial$0.297 Days
- Tooly Pro Monthly$1.491 Month
- Tooly Pro Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Tooly Pro Lifetime$24.99
Multiplex
- Lifetime Unlock$24.99
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