Transio vs HtmlFox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Transio
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Make translation feel closer to the native system experience. After setting it as the default translation app, you can select text in browsers, chats, mail, notes, and other apps, then translate directly from the system menu without copying back and forth. It fits everyday reading, web browsing, email, messaging, and research workflows. You can quickly understand foreign-language content, or compare different translation results when you need a more accurate expression. - System default translation - Select text in other apps and translate from the system menu - Multi-engine comparison - Send the same text to multiple engines and compare terminology, tone, and length - Service management - Manage preferred languages, translation services, service order, and translation strategies - Service compatibility - Supports system translation, traditional translation APIs, large language model services, and local model services - Translation history - Keep source text, translations, and service results for later review, comparison, and organization You can add different services based on your workflow, set preferred source and target languages, and fine-tune translation strategies over time. For users who rely on translation regularly, it can become a more stable entry point for translation, not just a one-time text conversion tool. Whether you are reading foreign-language content, handling chats and emails, or comparing expression differences across models, translation becomes easier and more convenient.
HtmlFox
Edit and preview HTML files directly on your iPhone or iPad. Open local documents, modify source code, and export your work as HTML or PDF. This tool offers instant previews and efficient file management for web developers and hobbyists.
- Edit HTML source code
- Preview local HTML files
- Export as HTML
- Export previews as PDF
- Search page content
- Access recent documents
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HtmlFox is a lightweight HTML document editor and preview tool for iPhone and iPad. Open local .html, .htm, and .xhtml files from the Files app, preview them instantly, search page content, edit source code, and export your work as HTML or PDF. Key features: • Open local HTML and XHTML documents • Preview pages in a clean reading view • Search within page content • Edit HTML source code • Export edited documents as HTML • Export previews as PDF • Reopen recent documents quickly • Distinguish same-name files by source path • Works without an account HtmlFox is designed for local documents. Your files and recent file information stay on your device and are not uploaded to the developer. Editing and export are available with HtmlFox Pro, a one-time in-app purchase with no subscription. The app includes local introductory access so you can try Pro features before unlocking.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: HtmlFox at 17.0 against Transio's 26.0. On price, 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
Both are free to download. Transio sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and HtmlFox sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Transio | HtmlFox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 48 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Smapu Technology Co., Ltd. | 旭 罗 |
In-app purchases
Transio
- Lifetime$5.99
HtmlFox
- HtmlFox Pro$2.99









