Markdown.md vs Sparkstep
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Markdown.md
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Markdown.md is a clean and focused Markdown workspace built for people who write and manage Markdown files every day. Whether you are a developer writing documentation, a writer organizing notes, or a founder planning ideas, Markdown.md helps you keep Markdown files structured, searchable and synced across your Apple devices. The app follows a preview first approach. You can read Markdown files rendered as rich HTML and switch to editing only when needed. Preview First Reading Markdown.md renders Markdown into clean HTML so you can read documents comfortably before editing them. Supported formatting includes: Headings H1 to H6 Bold and italic text Inline code Code blocks Blockquotes Ordered lists Unordered lists Links Horizontal rules Inline HTML You can quickly switch between Preview mode and Edit mode whenever you want to make changes. Organize Files with Folders Keep Markdown files structured using folders. Features include: Create unlimited folders Create Markdown files Rename files and folders Move files between folders Delete files with confirmation This structure makes it easy to manage developer documentation, project notes, knowledge bases, personal writing and startup planning documents. Fast Markdown Editor The editor is simple and distraction free. Editing features include: Plain text Markdown editing Autosave Undo and redo support Quick preview switching Write Markdown exactly the way you expect without complex formatting tools. Search and Filter Find Markdown files quickly with built in search and filters. You can search inside the current folder hierarchy, filter by folders or files, filter by time such as today, this week or this month and sort by name, created date, updated date or file type. Import and Share Markdown Files Bring Markdown files into your workspace easily. Import .md files from your device Drag and drop file import on macOS Share extension support on iOS to save Markdown from other apps Sync Across Devices with iCloud Markdown.md keeps your files synced using iCloud and CloudKit. Your Markdown library stays updated across iPhone, iPad and Mac. The app works offline first. You can continue reading and editing files without internet. Sync will automatically continue when a connection is available. Native Experience on Apple Platforms Markdown.md is built with SwiftUI and SwiftData to provide a native experience. iPhone and iPad Full screen navigation Floating action button for quick file creation Share extension support Mac Sidebar navigation Multiple windows Native tab support Drag and drop file import Markdown.md is designed for people who rely on Markdown every day including developers, technical writers, founders, students and researchers.
Sparkstep
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Sparkstep is a focus timer and routine planner designed for ADHD brains - low clutter, dopamine-aware, and calm by design. No account, no cloud, fully offline. WHY FOCUSFLOW - Built for ADHD: visual time, one task at a time, instant rewards. - Low stimulation: generous whitespace and gentle motion so you can think. - Private and offline: everything stays on your device. VISUAL FOCUS TIMER - A shrinking disc shows your time at a glance - easier than reading digits. - Adjustable focus and break lengths, Pomodoro-style rounds. - "One task right now" field keeps you anchored. - Park-a-thought button: capture a distraction, let it go, come back. - Optional ambient sound (white noise, brown noise, rain) and a celebration when you finish. ROUTINES, ONE STEP AT A TIME - Build morning, work-start and wind-down routines as ordered steps. - Run mode shows ONLY the current step, so the rest never overwhelms you. - Per-step timers, big check-off, progress bar, and ready-made templates. TODAY: NOW / NEXT / LATER - Three simple buckets instead of an endless backlog. - Quick capture, "eat the frog" highlight, estimated vs actual time. - Unfinished tasks roll over to today automatically. INSIGHTS & ACHIEVEMENTS - Focus minutes, sessions, routine streaks and your best focus time of day. - A GitHub-style consistency heatmap and weekly comparison. - Dozens of achievements to keep momentum going. MADE YOUR WAY - English, Spanish, French, Italian, German and Portuguese. - Reduce-motion and low-stimulation options. - Export and import your data anytime. Sparkstep is a productivity and focus aid, not a medical or clinical tool. Download Sparkstep and make focus feel doable.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Markdown.md at none against Sparkstep's shown. Sparkstep's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Markdown.md | Sparkstep |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | โ |
| Ads | No โ better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 26 | 13.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | VGD TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED | Ferran Espuna |
In-app purchases
Markdown.md
No in-app purchases
Sparkstep
No in-app purchases









