Comparison

XML / JSON Viewer vs Xml Genie

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

Head to head
About

XML / JSON Viewer

Features
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Instantly format and view XML or JSON files offline. Even broken data displays partially, keeping your workflow uninterrupted. Copy in 4 formats: Pretty, Raw, Key+Value, Value Only. Handles files up to 10MB smoothly, with preview mode for larger files. 【Key Features】 ・Auto-detect format with syntax highlighting ・Partial display for malformed data ・4 copy formats for flexible reuse ・Large file preview for smooth operation ・Light/Dark theme support 【Perfect For】 Developers, system engineers, API users, students—anyone working with XML/JSON daily. 【Privacy】 Your files are processed entirely on your device and are never uploaded. This app shows ads, which may use the network; upgrade to Pro to remove them. 【Pro】 A single one-time Pro purchase removes all ads and unlocks full content for large files, advanced copy, and regex search.

About

Xml Genie

Features
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Open XML and see it clearly. Xml Genie helps you open, read and edit XML files on iPhone and iPad. Browse your file in a clear, organized view, change values without writing XML code, and find what you need with search. From a quick look at an attachment to detailed edits across multiple files, Xml Genie makes XML easier to work with. OPEN XML YOUR WAY • Open files from your device • Load XML from a web link • Paste copied XML text • Open content shared from other apps • Browse ZIP archives containing XML • Create a new XML file from scratch BROWSE WITHOUT GETTING LOST Explore tags, attributes and text in a readable, structured view. Follow the navigation path to see where you are and move back through your document. Prefer to see the XML itself? Switch to View as Text. EDIT WITHOUT WRITING CODE Change names and values using simple forms. Add, duplicate, delete or move parts of your document without manually fixing tags and brackets. • Edit text, attributes and comments • Add new elements and content • Copy and paste parts of your XML • Reuse copied content with paste history • Undo and redo changes • Review your change history and return to an earlier state SEARCH AND SWITCH BETWEEN FILES Search across your document and jump to matching content. Keep multiple XML files open in tabs and switch between them as you work. FORMAT, SAVE AND SHARE Make XML easier to read with pretty-print formatting, or choose compact output with minify. Save your changes, save a separate copy, or share your XML as a file or text. ADVANCED OPTIONS WHEN YOU NEED THEM Work with elements, attributes, comments, CDATA, processing instructions and internal DTD entity references. Control document settings such as XML version, encoding, standalone value and byte order mark. Unsupported external DTD or entity features trigger safety warnings instead of being silently ignored. YOUR XML IS PROCESSED LOCALLY No account required. Viewing, searching, editing and formatting happen on your device. Your XML files are not uploaded to our servers for these operations. CHOOSE YOUR LOOK Use light mode, dark mode or your system theme, and choose from the available color presets. FREE TO USE. NO SUBSCRIPTION. Get started for free. A one-time Premium upgrade removes ads and unlocks additional features. Open your first file and discover a clearer way to work with XML.

Screenshots

XML / JSON Viewer4 screens
Xml Genie4 screens

Verdict

The call

XML / JSON Viewer and Xml Genie are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

Both are free to download. XML / JSON Viewer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Xml Genie sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

XML / JSON Viewer ships an update every 3 weeks, Xml Genie monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
XML / JSON Viewer versus Xml Genie: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXML / JSON ViewerXml Genie
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB63 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeiya.kTommy Uytterhaegen

In-app purchases

1 purchases

XML / JSON Viewer

One-time1
  • Pro Unlock$2.99
1 purchases

Xml Genie

One-time1
  • Xml Genie Premium$3.99

Questions

Is XML / JSON Viewer free?
XML / JSON Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Xml Genie free?
Xml Genie is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do XML / JSON Viewer or Xml Genie have ads?
Both XML / JSON Viewer and Xml Genie show ads.
Which is updated more often, XML / JSON Viewer or Xml Genie?
XML / JSON Viewer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Xml Genie monthly. Most recently, XML / JSON Viewer was updated on October 7, 2026 and Xml Genie on October 10, 2026.

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