JSONSpruce vs Curly
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Automatic JSON detection
- Syntax highlighting
- Collapsible sections
- Expand/collapse all
- Copy formatted JSON
- Raw view toggle
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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.
Curly
This browser extension automatically formats and highlights raw JSON text on webpages, making it instantly readable and interactive. It's designed to boost productivity for developers by simplifying data inspection and API debugging.
- Automatic JSON detection
- Syntax highlighting
- Interactive JSON view
- Lightweight browser extension
- Boosts developer productivity
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Tired of squinting at messy blocks of raw JSON text in browser? It’s time to make your data readable. Curly is a lightweight, native browser extension. It automatically detects JSON content on any webpage and instantly transforms it into a perfectly structured, syntax-highlighted interactive view. Whether you are a backend developer debugging APIs or a frontend engineer inspecting data structures, Curly will significantly boost your productivity.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: JSONSpruce at none against Curly's shown. JSONSpruce also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for JSONSpruce against 5.0 for Curly. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
| Parameter | JSONSpruce | Curly |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Brandon Kepros | DropletApps |
Customer experience
JSONSpruce
Curly
In-app purchases
JSONSpruce
No in-app purchases
Curly
No in-app purchases








