Comparison

Markdown2PDF vs GizmoSQL

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

Head to head
About

Markdown2PDF

Transform Markdown files into professional-quality PDFs quickly and easily. Upload or paste your text, preview and edit instantly, then export with a single click. Streamline your documentation and writing workflow.

Highlights
  • Upload or paste Markdown
  • Instant preview and editing
  • One-click PDF export
  • Simple user interface
  • Supports Mac, iPhone, and iPad
Features
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Easily Convert Markdown to PDF with Markdown2PDF Markdown2PDF is the fastest way to turn your Markdown files into high-quality PDFs. Whether you’re writing notes, documentation, or reports, our simple app streamlines the process. - Upload or Paste Markdown – Drop a file or type directly. - Instant Preview & Editing – Make quick edits before saving. - One-Click PDF Export – Save to your device with ease. No complex settings—just a clean and simple Markdown to PDF experience. Perfect for: Developers, writers, students, and anyone who works with Markdown. Download Markdown2PDF today and simplify your workflow! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

GizmoSQL

Transform your mobile device into a powerful SQL database server. Connect from any device on your network using the Arrow Flight SQL protocol. Explore and query your data with built-in tools.

Highlights
  • DuckDB and SQLite backends
  • Arrow Flight SQL protocol
  • Built-in SQL client
  • Data browser
  • Network connectivity
  • TLS encryption
  • Username/password authentication
Features
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The GizmoSQL app turns your iPhone or iPad into a high-performance SQL database server using the Arrow Flight SQL protocol — the same columnar data transfer standard used in enterprise analytics. START A SERVER IN SECONDS Choose DuckDB or SQLite as your backend, tap Start, and you have a fully functional database server running on your device. Connect from laptops, desktops, or other devices on your network using any Arrow Flight SQL client — including JDBC, ADBC (Go, Python, C++), ODBC, and Node.js drivers. DUCKLAKE COMPATIBLE Access your DuckLake using your GizmoSQL mobile server. The PostgreSQL and httpfs extensions are pre-loaded so you can connect to and query your data lake seamlessly. BUILT-IN SQL CLIENT Write and execute SQL queries directly on your device with a terminal-style interface. Features include syntax highlighting, box-drawing table output, query timing, and automatic result pagination for large datasets. DATA BROWSER Explore your database visually. Navigate catalogs, schemas, and tables. View column names, types, and constraints. Preview data and manage tables — all without writing a query. KEY FEATURES - DuckDB and SQLite database backends - Arrow Flight SQL protocol for high-performance columnar data transfer - Automatic TLS encryption with self-signed certificates - Username/password authentication with JWT session tokens - Configurable query timeout, logging, and init SQL commands - Export database files via the Files app — copy to iCloud Drive, AirDrop, or any sharing method - Real-time server logs with color-coded severity levels - Active session monitoring BUILT FOR ANALYTICS DuckDB is an analytical database engine optimized for complex queries over large datasets. Combined with Arrow Flight SQL's columnar transport, GizmoSQL delivers fast query results whether you're running TPC-H benchmarks or exploring real-world data on the go. CONNECT FROM ANYWHERE ON YOUR NETWORK Once the server is running, any device on the same Wi-Fi network can connect using the displayed connection string. GizmoSQL supports the full Arrow Flight SQL protocol including prepared statements, transactions, catalog metadata, and bulk data ingest. See: https://gizmodata.com/gizmosql for more details. View the source code at: https://github.com/gizmodata/gizmosql

Screenshots

Markdown2PDF4 screens
GizmoSQL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: GizmoSQL at $0.99 against Markdown2PDF's $1.99. On rating, 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

Markdown2PDF costs $1.99 and GizmoSQL $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Markdown2PDF against 5.0 for GizmoSQL. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Markdown2PDF versus GizmoSQL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMarkdown2PDFGizmoSQL
Price$1.99$0.99 — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews69.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHaplo, LLCGizmo Data LLC

Customer experience

Markdown2PDF

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative30.8%

GizmoSQL

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Markdown2PDF

No in-app purchases

None

GizmoSQL

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Markdown2PDF free?
Markdown2PDF costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is GizmoSQL free?
GizmoSQL costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Markdown2PDF or GizmoSQL?
Markdown2PDF and GizmoSQL are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do Markdown2PDF or GizmoSQL have ads?
Neither Markdown2PDF nor GizmoSQL shows ads.

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