Comparison

CSV Easy vs CSV to Excel

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

Head to head
About

CSV Easy

Features
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CSV Easy is a powerful CSV and TSV file editor designed for iPhone and iPad users who need to view, edit, and manage data files on the go. Built with privacy in mind, all operations happen locally on your device with no data ever leaving your phone. CORE FEATURES Edit CSV and TSV Files Open comma-separated and tab-separated files with automatic format detection. Edit cells, add rows and columns, and save changes instantly. Handles improperly formatted files that other apps reject. Advanced Data Tools - Filter rows with multiple conditions across columns - Sort data by single or multiple columns - Find and replace with regular expression support - Column statistics and data insights - Date and number format conversion Professional Editing - Drag and drop to reorder rows and columns - Hide unnecessary columns for cleaner views - Resize rows and columns to fit your data - Copy, cut, paste, and fill operations - Text transformations: trim whitespace, enclose text, escape HTML - Support for up to 10 header rows and columns Import and Export - Open files from Files app, email, or other apps - Export to PDF for sharing and printing - Save as CSV or TSV formats - Preserve data integrity including leading zeros and exact formatting - Progress indicators for large file operations Privacy and Performance - Zero network communication - No analytics or tracking - No account required - All processing happens on your device - Works completely offline - Fast performance even with large datasets iPad Optimized - Full Split View and Slide Over support - Landscape and portrait orientations - Keyboard shortcuts for productivity - Touch-optimized interface FREEMIUM MODEL The free version lets you explore all features with a 20-row display limit and viewing-only mode. Upgrade once with a single in-app purchase to unlock: - Unlimited row display - Full editing and saving capabilities - All premium features forever - No subscription required PERFECT FOR - Business professionals managing client data - Students analyzing datasets for projects - Researchers working with survey results - Developers testing CSV imports - Anyone who needs spreadsheet functionality without Excel - Users concerned about data privacy - People working offline or in low-connectivity areas TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES - Automatic CSV parameter detection - Smart recognition of numbers and dates - Preservation of leading zeros and formatting - ICU regular expressions for pattern matching - Email, phone, and URL pattern detection - Undo and redo for all operations - Dark mode support - Universal app for iPhone and iPad CSV Easy respects your privacy and data. No servers, no cloud, no tracking. Just a fast, reliable tool for working with data files on iOS. Terms of Use (EULA) (https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/)

About

CSV to Excel

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CSV to Excel: Spreadsheet Pro turns raw CSV files into polished Excel (.xlsx) workbooks in seconds entirely on your iPhone. No uploads, no sign-in, no waiting. Got an export from your bank, online store, or reporting tool? Open it, preview every row and column, and share a clean Excel workbook that opens perfectly in Microsoft Excel, Apple Numbers, and Google Sheets. HOW IT WORKS 1. Import a CSV from Files, iCloud Drive, or any app 2. Preview your data in a scrollable table 3. Tap Create Excel then share or save your .xlsx anywhere OPENS ANY CSV β€’ Comma, semicolon, tab, or pipe delimiters detected automatically β€’ European CSV exports work out of the box β€’ Smart encoding detection (UTF-8, Windows-1252, Latin-1) β€’ Handles quoted fields, ragged rows, and files without a .csv extension β€’ Also supports TSV and plain-text tables BUILT FOR PRIVACY Everything happens on your device. Your files are never uploaded to a server, and conversion works completely offline. No account, no sign-in, no tracking of your data. FAST WITH BIG FILES Large files preview instantly, and the exported workbook always contains the complete file. WHO IT'S FOR Finance, ecommerce, operations, sales anyone who receives CSV exports and needs a clean spreadsheet on the go. Excel export requires a Pro subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple Account. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. ‒⁠ ⁠Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ ‒⁠ ⁠Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y4Mhhyeza2RJlpv2dAGQ2yM7A4Lisr6Y8B_jnYcvg-c/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

CSV Easy4 screens
CSV to Excel4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: CSV to Excel at none against CSV Easy's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. CSV Easy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and CSV to Excel sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
CSV Easy versus CSV to Excel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCSV EasyCSV to Excel
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Monthly
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 β€” better18.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size6 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSebastin MichaelRUEBEN ANSOLIWEN AKANKOBATENG

In-app purchases

2 purchases

CSV Easy

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$9.991 Year
3 purchases

CSV to Excel

Subscriptions2
  • All access monthly$7.991 Month
  • All access yearly$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • All access Lifetime$34.99

Questions

Is CSV Easy free?
CSV Easy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CSV to Excel free?
CSV to Excel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CSV Easy or CSV to Excel have ads?
CSV Easy shows ads; CSV to Excel does not.

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