GitWriter vs git.md
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GitWriter
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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
git.md
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A multifunctional Markdown editor with Git support. Write with styled formatting, preview your work, review diffs before commit—all from your iPhone or iPad, providing a desktop-like writing environment on the go. ■ Essential Writing Tools ・Quickly insert headings, bold, italics, lists, checklists, quotes, links, code, and indentations via an input bar above the keyboard ・Highlighted headings keep document structure visually clear while typing ・Lists auto-continue on line breaks; markers are removed with a blank list item ・Jump to desired headings from the outline ・Undo/redo, adjustable font size and indentation settings ■ Preview Your Final Output ・Neatly displays tables, checklists, quotes, and code blocks ・Supports Obsidian-style [[wikilink]] navigation—tap to jump, including headers/display names ・Inline display of images via ![[image.png]]; shows Git LFS-managed images ■ Offline Editing with Batch Sync ・Edits are saved locally, so you can keep working without a connection ・Opened documents are cached for offline reading ・Separation of saving and syncing allows indefinite drafts ・Select changed files to bundle into a single commit when ready ・Review diffs and revert changes line- or chunk-wise before committing ・Choose destination branch or create a new one on the fly ■ History and Diffs ・Browse branch commit logs and per-file version histories ・View line-by-line changes for any selected commit ■ Supports 3 Services & Self-hosted Servers Works with GitHub / GitLab / Bitbucket and self-hosted GitHub Enterprise or GitLab. Choose authentication via access token or OAuth (OAuth requires registering the app with each service). ■ Repository Management ・No full clones—operates directly via API for speed, even in large repos ・Register specific folders (e.g., docs/) as "projects"—manage work and personal projects side by side ・Create, rename, move, and delete files/folders within the app ・Automatically merge changes that don't conflict between draft/local/server states ・Conflicting changes are auto-shelved to a new branch for comparison ■ Optimized for iPhone & iPad On iPad, enjoy a three-column layout: sidebar, file list, and document—switch notes and keep editing seamlessly. ■ Additional Features ・Full-text search (filename search for unsupported services) ・Auto-saves edits every few seconds—never lose work, even on app close ・Access tokens stored securely in device keychain, never transmitted elsewhere ・Available in 20 languages ・Open and edit .md files directly from other apps’ share sheets ■ Use Without a Cloud Connection Write notes locally on your device without linking to any service. Just pick the option on the start screen—no registration or setup required. ■ Seamless Reading and Writing ・Display an outline next to the text; active heading is highlighted and tappable ・Tap anywhere in preview to start editing at that point ・Switch branches temporarily from the title; filter/search/sort branches by name or update time ・Pull down preview to refresh with the latest server updates ■ Dual Screens ・Swipe left to reveal a second screen on demand ・Each screen keeps independent location, scroll, edit state, and branch ・Draft on one side while referencing another document on the other ■ Premium Plan The free version allows 1 project registration. Subscribe to the Premium Plan (monthly) for unlimited projects. Start free with 1 project—try it now with your repository. ■ About Subscriptions ・Premium Plan (monthly auto-renew) ・Pricing shown in-app ・EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ ・Privacy Policy: https://kamasu.jp/privacy-eng.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: git.md at daily against GitWriter's weekly. GitWriter's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). 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. GitWriter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and git.md sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
GitWriter ships an update weekly, git.md daily. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GitWriter | git.md |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 52 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Anthony Brooks | kamasu.jp Inc. |
In-app purchases
GitWriter
- Monthly Backer$1.991 Month
- Yearly Backer$14.991 Year
git.md
- Premium$3.991 Month









