Comparison

Script vs Simple TypeScript

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

Head to head
About

Script

Write and execute JavaScript and TypeScript code directly on your iPhone or iPad. This app offers a clutter-free environment with syntax highlighting and customizable settings for efficient coding on the go.

Highlights
  • Write and run JavaScript & TypeScript
  • File management (create, rename, delete)
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Customizable editor settings
  • Light and dark mode
  • Full iPad support
Features
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Script is a clean, focused editor for writing and running JavaScript and TypeScript on iPhone and iPad. Write code, run it, and see the output — all without leaving the app. No accounts, no setup, no clutter. Just open it and start coding. What you can do: - Write and run JavaScript & TypeScript on device - Create, rename, and delete files - Syntax highlighting for JavaScript and Typescript - Customize editor settings - Switch between light and dark mode - Full iPad support Whether you're testing an idea on the go, learning JavaScript or TypeScript, or just want a lightweight editor that's always in your pocket — Script keeps things simple and focused on the code.

About

Simple TypeScript

Features
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“Want to try TypeScript code while you’re on the go?” This app is a simple TypeScript editor and runtime designed for smartphones. It provides a powerful code editor with syntax highlighting, allowing you to write and run TypeScript code instantly. It is suitable for everything from learning TypeScript to practical coding and testing. Common use cases include: * Learning TypeScript * Programming practice * Learning web development * Learning type-safe coding * Studying algorithms * Testing code snippets * Verifying sample code * Taking TypeScript notes * Creating scripts * Testing functions and types * Writing code for technical blogs * Training and workshops * Building prototypes * Managing code snippets * Experimenting with new ideas * Creating a simple testing environment during development TypeScript can be used in many different ways, and this app helps you quickly write, test, and manage your code. If you are looking for a TypeScript editor and runtime, give it a try. ■ Features • Intuitive Interface Simple tools should be easy to use. The editor is designed to be fast, responsive, and comfortable for everyday coding. • Run Code Instantly Execute TypeScript code with a single tap. View output and error messages immediately. • Code Auto Completion Built-in code completion helps you write code more efficiently. • Code Formatting Automatically format your code to improve readability and maintain a clean coding style. • Find and Replace Search and replace text within your code quickly and easily. • Code Folding Collapse and expand code blocks to make large files easier to navigate. • Easy Cursor Navigation Move the cursor using directional controls for more precise editing. • Automatic Saving Your code is automatically saved while editing, so you never have to worry about losing changes. • Ready to Use No account registration is required. Start coding immediately after installation. • Export and Share Export and share your code with others. Useful for backups and editing on different devices. • Dark Theme Support Supports dark mode for comfortable coding day and night.

Screenshots

Script4 screens
Simple TypeScript4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Simple TypeScript at 15.6 against Script's 26.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Script ships an update monthly, Simple TypeScript every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Script versus Simple TypeScript: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScriptSimple TypeScript
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNicholas GliddenYUKI TANAIKE

In-app purchases

None

Script

No in-app purchases

None

Simple TypeScript

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Script free?
Script is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Simple TypeScript free?
Simple TypeScript is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Script or Simple TypeScript have ads?
Neither Script nor Simple TypeScript shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Script or Simple TypeScript?
Script ships an update monthly, and Simple TypeScript every 3 weeks. Most recently, Script was updated on September 21, 2026 and Simple TypeScript on September 13, 2026.

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