Comparison

Format JSON for Safari vs JSONSpruce

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

Head to head
About

Format JSON for Safari

This Safari Extension automatically formats raw JSON content in your browser, making it easier to read and debug. It offers features like pretty printing, collapsible nodes, and validation to enhance developer productivity when working with structured data.

Highlights
  • Automatic JSON detection and formatting
  • Pretty printing and beautification
  • Collapsible nodes for navigation
  • Line numbers for precision
  • Light and dark themes
  • JSON syntax validation
  • Key/value search
  • Path and value copying
Features
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Format JSON is a powerful Safari Extension that automatically detects and beautifully formats raw JSON content right in your browser. Designed with developers in mind, it enhances productivity and readability with an intuitive interface and a robust set of tools to explore and manipulate JSON data effortlessly. Whether you're debugging APIs, inspecting server responses, or reviewing structured data files, Format JSON transforms the way you work with JSON in Safari. Key Features • Automatic Detection & Formatting Seamlessly formats any JSON content you open in Safari—no manual steps needed. • Pretty Printing & Beautification Turns dense JSON into a clean, readable structure with proper indentation and spacing. • Collapsible Nodes Easily navigate complex objects and arrays with collapsible tree structures for better focus. • Line Numbers Stay organized and precise when scanning or editing JSON with optional line numbers. • Light & Dark Themes Choose between light and dark modes to match your system or personal preference. • JSON Validation Instantly checks for valid JSON syntax and alerts you to formatting errors. • Key / Value Search Quickly locate any key or value within your JSON data with built-in search functionality. • Path Highlighting & Copying Click any node to view its full path. Copy paths to clipboard for fast use in development or documentation. • Value Copying Copy individual values with a single click—ideal for testing, sharing, or further processing. Format JSON is essential for any web developer, backend engineer, or data enthusiast who works with JSON regularly. Install now to take control of JSON in Safari with clarity, speed, and precision. Privacy-Friendly & Lightweight Format JSON runs entirely in-browser, with no data tracking or external server communication. Your JSON stays yours.

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

Format JSON for Safari2 screens
JSONSpruce1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: JSONSpruce at Free against Format JSON for Safari's $1.99. On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

JSONSpruce is free to download; Format JSON for Safari costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Format JSON for Safari versus JSONSpruce: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFormat JSON for SafariJSONSpruce
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPierre StanislasBrandon Kepros

Customer experience

Format JSON for Safari

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

JSONSpruce

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

In-app purchases

None

Format JSON for Safari

No in-app purchases

None

JSONSpruce

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Format JSON for Safari free?
Format JSON for Safari costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is JSONSpruce free?
JSONSpruce is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Format JSON for Safari or JSONSpruce have ads?
Neither Format JSON for Safari nor JSONSpruce shows ads.

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