Comparison

Filecraft vs XML Viewer and Editor

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

Head to head
About

Filecraft

This app converts over 50 file formats on your device without uploads or subscriptions. It offers powerful tools for document, image, video, audio, and data conversion, along with privacy features and batch processing. A single purchase unlocks all features permanently.

Highlights
  • Converts 50+ file formats on-device
  • PDF merge, split, and OCR
  • Video to GIF creation
  • Batch conversion
  • Metadata editing and removal
  • Share Extension integration
Features
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No subscriptions. No uploads. No tricks. Filecraft converts 50+ file formats entirely on your iPhone — your files never leave your device. One fair price unlocks everything forever. CONVERT ANYTHING Documents: PDF, TXT, RTF, HTML, DOCX, EPUB Images: JPEG, PNG, HEIC, WebP, TIFF, SVG Video: MP4, MOV, MKV, AVI, WebM → GIF Audio: MP3, M4A, AAC, WAV, FLAC, OGG Data: CSV, JSON, XML, YAML, PLIST, XLSX Archives: ZIP, RAR, 7Z POWERFUL TOOLS PDF Merge & Split — Combine multiple PDFs or extract pages Video to GIF — Create animated GIFs with custom timing, duration, and frame rate Image to PDF — Compile multiple photos into a single document OCR Text Recognition — Extract text from images and scanned PDFs Batch Convert — Process multiple files at once, export as ZIP PRIVACY FIRST Strip GPS location from photos before sharing View and edit EXIF metadata Remove all metadata with one tap FAST & EFFICIENT Compress 900 MB videos in under 2 minutes Fast mode for container conversions (MP4 ↔ MOV) completes in seconds Real-time progress tracking with elapsed timer Conversion history stored locally for 30 days WORKS EVERYWHERE Share Extension — convert files from any app without opening Filecraft Import from Files app or Camera Roll Dark and light themes FREE TO START HEIC → JPEG, JPEG → PNG, PDF → TXT, and more available free. Markdown and Base64/URL encoding fully unlocked. ONE PRICE. FOREVER. Unlock everything, forever, with a single purchase. No subscription. No weekly fees. No "premium pass" nonsense. Just honest software.

About

XML Viewer and Editor

Features
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Open any XML file and see it clearly. XML Viewer and Editor helps you view, edit, format, and explore XML data with a clean, easy-to-use interface. Whether you're checking a config file, inspecting API responses, or working with data feeds, this app gives you the tools to understand and modify XML right on your phone. TREE VIEW See your XML as a collapsible tree. Expand and collapse nodes, tap to copy values, and navigate deep structures with breadcrumb navigation. Color-coded elements, attributes, and text for easy reading. SYNTAX HIGHLIGHTING View formatted XML with full syntax highlighting. Auto-indentation and line numbers make it easy to read any XML document. BUILT-IN EDITOR Edit XML directly with a full text editor. Real-time validation catches errors as you type. Format or minify with one tap. XPATH SEARCH Search your XML using XPath expressions. Find elements, attributes, and values across complex documents. Results highlighted in the tree view. XML DIFF Compare two XML documents side by side. See additions, deletions, and changes highlighted clearly. Paste, type, or load from file. JSON CONVERTER Convert XML to JSON and JSON to XML with one tap. Copy or share the converted output. FILE SUPPORT Open XML files from Files, email attachments, other apps, or paste from clipboard. Export as XML, share, or copy to clipboard. XML TEMPLATES Start with built-in templates for common XML formats — RSS feeds, SVG, SOAP, Maven POM, web.xml, and more. SNIPPETS Insert common XML structures quickly — declarations, CDATA sections, comments, namespaces, and processing instructions. WORKS WELL FOR • Developers working with XML config files • Students learning XML structure and syntax • QA engineers inspecting API responses • Data analysts exploring XML data feeds • Anyone who needs to view or edit XML on mobile ABOUT THIS APP Supports dark and light themes. Your files stay on your device. No account required. PURCHASES • XMLVEdit Pro — $9.99, one payment • Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase • One-time purchase — no subscription and no renewals Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://cosmovex.web.app/apps/xmlvedit/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Filecraft4 screens
XML Viewer and Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: XML Viewer and Editor at none against Filecraft's 1. XML Viewer and Editor also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Filecraft's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months). 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. Filecraft sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. XML Viewer and Editor asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Filecraft ships an update every 2 months, XML Viewer and Editor every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on June 28, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Filecraft versus XML Viewer and Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFilecraftXML Viewer and Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLast Light LabsSahana A S

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Filecraft

One-time1
  • Filecraft Lifetime Premium$12.99
None

XML Viewer and Editor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Filecraft free?
Filecraft is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is XML Viewer and Editor free?
XML Viewer and Editor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Filecraft or XML Viewer and Editor have ads?
Neither Filecraft nor XML Viewer and Editor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Filecraft or XML Viewer and Editor?
Filecraft ships an update every 2 months, and XML Viewer and Editor every 6 months. Most recently, Filecraft was updated on June 28, 2026 and XML Viewer and Editor on September 20, 2026.

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