MyLab (OSS) vs Hex
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MyLab (OSS)
Manage your GitLab projects and collaborate on code directly from your mobile device. This app provides a comprehensive GitLab experience on the go, supporting both GitLab.com and self-hosted instances.
- GitLab project management
- Code collaboration
- Mobile workstation
- Supports GitLab.com
- Supports self-hosted GitLab
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MyLab - Your Complete GitLab Companion Transform your mobile device into a powerful GitLab workstation. MyLab brings the GitLab experience to your pocket, enabling seamless project management and code collaboration on the go. Compatible with GitLab.com and self-hosted GitLab instances.
Hex
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Hex is a developer multi-tool for iPhone and iPad. 21 utilities across 5 categories — everything you reach for daily but shouldn't need a laptop to use. ENCODE Base64 Encode/Decode URL Encode/Decode HTML Entity Encode/Decode JWT Token Decoder Hash Generator (MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-512) FORMAT JSON Formatter & Validator XML Formatter SQL Formatter Markdown Preview HTML Preview GENERATE UUID Generator (batch mode) Lorem Ipsum Generator Password Generator with strength meter Color Converter (HEX / RGB / HSL) File Checksum TIME Unix Timestamp Converter Cron Expression Parser Timezone Converter TEXT Diff Checker Regex Tester with live match highlighting Text Inspector (character, word, line count) BUILT FOR DEVELOPERS Clipboard auto-detection suggests the right tool instantly Deep link support (hex://json, hex://base64, etc.) Export results in native file formats Haptic feedback throughout Dark theme with monospace typography PRIVACY FIRST Works 100% offline — no network access, ever No analytics, no tracking, no accounts No subscriptions — one-time purchase Built by Shy Guy LLC.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: MyLab (OSS) at Free against Hex's $2.99. MyLab (OSS) also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On 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
MyLab (OSS) is free to download; Hex costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MyLab (OSS) ships an update every 2 weeks, Hex every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MyLab (OSS) | Hex |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $2.99 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | S13 Software Solutions Inc. | Chad Neal |
In-app purchases
MyLab (OSS)
No in-app purchases
Hex
No in-app purchases
