HTML Viewer vs View Source Code
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HTML Viewer
Inspect and analyze the HTML source code of any website or local files. Features include element inspection, syntax highlighting, and multi-tab support for efficient workflow. Ideal for developers and students learning web technologies.
- View website source code
- Inspect elements
- Open local/iCloud HTML files
- Multiple tabs support
- Syntax highlighting
- Search and copy code
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Inspect Website Source Code, Syntax Highlighting & More – Ad-Free with "HTML Viewer: View Source". "HTML Viewer: View Source" is the perfect tool for developers, students, and curious minds who want to view, inspect, and analyze HTML code on the go — with no ads, ever. Key Features: ► View Source Code Instantly: Load and inspect the HTML source of any website. ► Inspect Elements: Tap into any part of the page to reveal the underlying HTML – just like browser dev tools. ► Open Local or iCloud HTML Files: Easily access saved HTML files from your device or iCloud Drive. ► Multiple Tabs Support: Work on multiple files or websites at once – perfect for multitaskers. ► Syntax Highlighting: Enjoy beautifully formatted code that’s easy to read and navigate. ► Search & Copy Code: Find what you need in a flash and copy snippets effortlessly. Whether you're debugging, learning HTML, or just curious how a webpage works, HTML Viewer: View Source delivers a smooth, professional experience — all ad-free. I love feedback! Get in touch with me at support@umango.in. Check out our privacy policy at https://sites.google.com/view/html-inspector/privacy-policy and our terms of use at https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula
View Source Code
Inspect the HTML source code of any webpage directly within Safari on your iPhone or iPad. Features include syntax highlighting, powerful search, and one-tap copying. Your browsing data remains private on your device.
- View HTML source code in Safari
- Syntax highlighting for HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- Multiple color themes
- Built-in search functionality
- One-tap copy to clipboard
- Privacy-focused, no data collection
- Dark mode support
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Ever wondered how a website is built? View Source Code brings the classic "View Source" feature to Safari on iPhone and iPad. INSPECT ANY WEBPAGE Tap the extension icon in Safari to instantly view the complete HTML source code of any webpage. Perfect for developers debugging issues, learning how sites are structured, or just satisfying your curiosity. BEAUTIFUL SYNTAX HIGHLIGHTING Source code is displayed with professional syntax highlighting that makes HTML, CSS, and JavaScript easy to read. Choose from 7 stunning themes including GitHub, Solarized Light, Tomorrow Night, Okaidia, and Twilight. POWERFUL SEARCH Find exactly what you're looking for with built-in search. Navigate between matches instantly with keyboard shortcuts or tap navigation. COPY WITH ONE TAP Need to grab the source? Copy the entire page source to your clipboard with a single tap. Great for sharing code snippets or saving for later analysis. PRIVACY FIRST Your browsing data stays on your device. View Source Code doesn't collect, store, or transmit any information about the websites you visit. No analytics, no tracking, no accounts. DARK MODE SUPPORT Looks great in both light and dark mode, automatically adapting to your system preferences. TRY BEFORE YOU BUY Get 5 free source views to try out all features. Love it? Unlock unlimited access with a one-time purchase. No subscriptions, no hidden fees. Perfect for: • Web developers debugging and inspecting sites • Students learning HTML, CSS, and web development • Designers checking how their work was implemented • Anyone curious about how the web works View Source Code — See how the web is built.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: HTML Viewer at 4.6 against View Source Code's 1.0. HTML Viewer also leads on review sentiment (25% vs 0%) and chart position (#68 vs unranked). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. HTML Viewer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per year and View Source Code sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
HTML Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of HTML Viewer's written reviews are positive against 0% of View Source Code's.
| Parameter | HTML Viewer | View Source Code |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (9 ratings) — better | 1.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #68 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 84 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Utsav Mangla | Polarity Labs Pte. Ltd. |
Customer experience
HTML Viewer
View Source Code
In-app purchases
HTML Viewer
- HTML Viewer - All access - Mid$14.991 Year
- HTML Viewer - All access - Max14 Days trial$19.991 Year
- HTML Viewer - All access - Max$19.991 Year
- HTML Viewer - Lifetime$9.99
View Source Code
- Lifetime$1.99
Questions
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