Comparison

XV vs Localizor

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

Head to head
About

XV

Access every Xcode release, from the latest betas to historical versions. View detailed SDK and compiler information, filter by release type, and download directly from Apple. Works offline and supports accessibility features.

Highlights
  • Browse all Xcode releases
  • View detailed SDK versions
  • Check compiler versions
  • Filter by release type
  • Download Xcode directly
  • View release notes
  • Works offline
Features
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XV: Release Radar gives you instant access to every Xcode release Apple has ever shipped — from the latest betas to the very first version. Key Features: • Browse all Xcode releases, betas, release candidates, and developer previews in one place • Compare any two releases side by side to see what changed — SDKs, compilers, and requirements • Release Timeline — follow each version's journey from first beta to final release, and filter by completion status to view active or completed cycles • Toolchain History — discover when each Swift and platform SDK version first shipped • Cadence Chart — visualize the days between consecutive Swift and SDK releases to spot release velocity trends • Watching — pin the releases you track and see at a glance when a newer version is available • Opt-in release notifications by type: betas, release candidates, stable releases, and developer previews • View detailed SDK versions for iOS, macOS, tvOS, watchOS, and visionOS • Check Swift and Clang compiler versions included in each release • Copy a CI Matrix snippet — the exact Swift, Clang, SDK, and macOS requirement versions, ready to paste into CI config • Filter by release type and search by version number, SDK, or compiler • Download Xcode directly from Apple with one tap • Share a release as text or a rendered image card, and copy download links instantly • Verify downloads with SHA-1 checksums • Ask Siri or use the Shortcuts app to get the latest Xcode, identify a build number, find the first Xcode to ship a given Swift or SDK version, or check which Xcode runs on your macOS — and find any release from Spotlight • On Mac, a menu bar extra puts the latest releases, notifications, and download links one click away • Home Screen and desktop widgets for at-a-glance release info • Works offline with cached data • Native app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac — no web browser needed • Localized in dozens of languages • Full VoiceOver, Dynamic Type, and Reduce Motion support Built for developers who need to quickly look up which SDK ships with which Xcode, find download links, or check compiler versions. Whether you're maintaining an older project or staying on the cutting edge with the latest beta, XV has you covered. Accessibility is a priority — XV is designed to work great with VoiceOver, supports Dynamic Type for comfortable reading at any text size, and respects Reduce Motion preferences. Data provided by xcodereleases.com — the trusted community resource for Xcode release information.

About

Localizor

Features
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Localizor is a focused, developer-friendly tool that helps you translate and maintain iOS and macOS app localizations exported from Xcode. Import your existing Xcode localization exports (.zip, .xcloc, or .xcstrings), send missing or outdated strings to AI, review the translations, and export updated files back to Xcode – all from your iPhone or iPad. Designed for Apple developers • Works with “Export Localizations…” output from Xcode • Supports .xcloc packages, .xliff and .xcstrings files • Keeps IDs, file structure and placeholders intact • Exports a ready-to-import ZIP or .xcloc back to your Mac AI-powered translations • Translate only missing or all strings in a batch • Preserves placeholders like %@, %d, {count} etc. • Configurable tone of voice (neutral, friendly, formal, etc.) • Custom glossary to lock product names and terminology Review & edit before export • Per-language review screen with search and filters • Highlighted placeholder mismatches and length warnings • Inline editor for individual translations • Warnings for overly long translations Import & export workflows • Import Xcode .zip exports, .xcloc bundles or .xcstrings catalogs • Import localization files from GitHub via URL • Export a full project ZIP or individual .xcloc packages • Share updated files back to your Mac via Files, AirDrop or email Free vs Premium • Free plan includes a limited number of AI-translated strings • Localizor Premium unlocks unlimited AI translations, faster workflows and is ideal for teams maintaining multiple apps Localizor does not require account registration. Your localization files stay under your control: they are imported from your storage, processed, and exported back so you can commit them to your repository as usual. Subscription Plans: - Payment will be charged to your App Store Account at confirmation of purchase. - Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. Automatic renewals will cost the same price you were originally charged for the subscription. - Manage or cancel your subscription from your user settings in the App Store at any time after purchasing. - Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://sunteame.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://sunteame.com/terms-of-service/ If you have questions or feature requests, use the support link in the app to contact us.

Screenshots

XV4 screens
Localizor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Localizor at none against XV's 3. Localizor also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.5). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. XV sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Localizor asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
XV versus Localizor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXVLocalizor
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.517.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJeffrey JacksonSUN TEAME PTE. LTD.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

XV

One-time3
  • Tip$0.99
  • Handshake$4.99
  • Hug$19.99
None

Localizor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is XV free?
XV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Localizor free?
Localizor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do XV or Localizor have ads?
Neither XV nor Localizor shows ads.

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