Comparison

GitWriter vs Raw Text Editor

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

Head to head
About

GitWriter

This app provides a mobile Markdown editor integrated with Git repositories. It allows users to write, edit, and sync Markdown files directly from their iPhone or iPad, offering features like version control, offline editing, and export options.

Highlights
  • Edit Markdown files with distraction-free interface
  • Git repository integration with OAuth login
  • Offline editing and background sync
  • Version history and revert functionality
  • Export Markdown to Word documents
  • Create new branches and files on mobile
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Get the mobile Markdown editor for your Git repositories. Write and edit Markdown files directly on your iPhone or iPad, synced with your repositories. Perfect for writers, developers, and content creators who want to capture ideas and collaborate on the go. Write and edit ● Edit Markdown files with a clean, distraction-free interface ● Choose from multiple fonts (sans-serif, serif, monospace) for comfortable writing ● Track word and character count with built-in stats ● Undo and redo changes with full editor support ● Auto-save your work as you type Repository integration ● Browse your Git repositories with secure OAuth login ● Navigate through branches to find exactly what you're looking for ● Create new branches and files directly from your mobile device ● View version history and revert to previous versions ● Sync changes automatically with real-time conflict resolution Write anywhere, anytime ● Save files for offline editing when you're without internet ● Background sync queue uploads your changes when you're back online ● Manage offline cache with easy swipe-to-delete ● Continue writing on planes, trains, or anywhere life takes you Export and share ● Export Markdown files to Word documents ● Share files directly from the app ● Access your writing from any device through your Git repositories Upgrade to GitWriter Backer (available in select countries) ● Create new files and branches on the go ● Save unlimited files for offline editing ● Access full version history and revert to any commit ● Export to Word documents ● Remove file restrictions and edit any file in your repos Note: If you subscribe via Apple, payment will be charged to App Store Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. Privacy policy: https://gitwriter.io/privacy

About

Raw Text Editor

This app offers a clean, distraction-free environment for creating and editing plain text files. It supports structured text formats like JSON, Markdown, and CSV, ensuring full control over raw content without hidden formatting.

Highlights
  • Create and edit plain text files
  • Supports JSON, JSON Lines, NDJSON, Markdown, CSV
  • Distraction-free editing environment
  • Handles structured text formats
  • Full control over raw content
Features
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Raw Text Editor is a lightweight and focused app built for working directly with plain text files. It provides a clean, distraction-free environment designed for users who need full control over raw content without hidden formatting or automatic styling. The app allows you to create new text files and edit existing ones quickly and efficiently. All content is handled as pure plaintext, ensuring that what you see is exactly what is saved. Raw Text Editor supports structured text formats with dedicated UI handling to make editing easier while preserving raw access. Supported file types include JSON (.json), JSON Lines (.jsonl), NDJSON (.ndjson), Markdown (.md), and CSV (.csv). These formats are opened and managed in ways that improve usability while maintaining complete control over the underlying text. Built for simplicity and performance, Raw Text Editor is suitable for developers, data editors, and anyone who regularly works with text-based files and needs a reliable, no-nonsense editing tool.

Screenshots

GitWriter4 screens
Raw Text Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Raw Text Editor at free against GitWriter's freemium. Raw Text Editor also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. GitWriter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Raw Text Editor sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.0 for GitWriter against 2.0 for Raw Text Editor. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GitWriter ships an update every 4 months, Raw Text Editor every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
GitWriter versus Raw Text Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGitWriterRaw Text Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings)2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnthony BrooksTan Kiet Phan

Customer experience

GitWriter

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Raw Text Editor

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

GitWriter

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Backer$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Backer$14.991 Year
3 purchases

Raw Text Editor

One-time3
  • Quick Caffeine$1.99
  • Liquid Inspiration$4.99
  • Rare Infusion$9.99

Questions

Is GitWriter free?
GitWriter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Raw Text Editor free?
Raw Text Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, GitWriter or Raw Text Editor?
GitWriter and Raw Text Editor are both rated 2.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do GitWriter or Raw Text Editor have ads?
Neither GitWriter nor Raw Text Editor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GitWriter or Raw Text Editor?
GitWriter ships an update every 4 months, and Raw Text Editor every 2 months. Most recently, GitWriter was updated on October 11, 2026 and Raw Text Editor on September 30, 2026.

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