# DevMate vs Mermaid Editor

The clearest difference is rating: Mermaid Editor at 4.7 against DevMate's 3.4. Mermaid Editor also leads on monetization model (free vs freemium) and review sentiment (50% vs 33%). DevMate's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#205 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DevMate sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Mermaid Editor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Mermaid Editor holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of DevMate's written reviews are positive against 50% of Mermaid Editor's.

DevMate ships an update every 8 days, Mermaid Editor every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DevMate | Mermaid Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/devmate-connect-and-debug/id6757657259/reviews) | **[4.7 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mermaid-editor-mmchart-live/id6757735761/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **12** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#205** | — |
| Size | 26 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [小玲 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1573722736) | [TERMUX LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1849572138) |

## What reviewers say

### DevMate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/devmate-connect-and-debug/id6757657259)

**Currently charting:** #205 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Manage and debug ADB-enabled devices remotely. Control files, apps, and device information, including screen mirroring and log viewing. Offers subscription for advanced features.

**Highlights:** Device discovery and connection, File and app management, Remote control and input, Screen mirroring and recording, Device information monitoring, Logcat viewer with filtering

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DevMate Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| DevMate Pro Yearly | $12.99 | per year |
| DevMate Lifetime Access | $19.99 | one-time |


### Mermaid Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mermaid-editor-mmchart-live/id6757735761)

Create and visualize complex diagrams on your mobile device with a powerful editor. Supports real-time previews, syntax highlighting, and a wide range of chart types. Export your work in various formats and manage files locally.

**Highlights:** Real-time live preview, Full syntax highlighting, Support for all chart types, Template gallery for learning, Powerful file management, Professional export options, Offline mode support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mermaid Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Mermaid Pro | $12.99 | per year |
| Mermaid Lifetime | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DevMate free?

DevMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mermaid Editor free?

Mermaid Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DevMate or Mermaid Editor?

Mermaid Editor is rated higher. DevMate averages 3.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Mermaid Editor averages 4.7 from 12 ratings.

### Do DevMate or Mermaid Editor have ads?

Mermaid Editor shows ads; DevMate does not.

### Which is updated more often, DevMate or Mermaid Editor?

DevMate ships an update every 8 days, and Mermaid Editor every 5 days. Most recently, DevMate was updated on October 9, 2026 and Mermaid Editor on October 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*