Comparison

XML Viewer and Editor vs TekPDF

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

Head to head
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

About

TekPDF

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Welcome to TekPDF - your ultimate, offline-first document companion designed for speed, simplicity, and absolute data privacy. TekPDF brings a complete suite of professional PDF utilities right to your iPhone and iPad. Whether you need to scan a receipt, merge contract drafts, compress large files, convert images, or password-protect sensitive documents, TekPDF handles it all locally. Unlike other document utilities, TekPDF does not upload your files to external servers. Every single operation—from optical character recognition (OCR) to high-fidelity PDF compression—takes place locally on your device's processor. Your sensitive business documents, financial records, and personal IDs remain 100% private and secure. WHY CHOOSE TEKPDF? - 100% Offline and Private Processing: Operates entirely on-device. No internet connection is required, no documents are uploaded, and no files ever leave your device. - Lightning-Fast Performance: Perform complex operations like OCR scanning, PDF merging, and page reorganizing in a fraction of a second. - Clean and Secure: Access professional, desktop-grade document tools on the go with a lightweight, battery-efficient interface. CORE FEATURES AND UTILITIES 1. Smart Document Scanner and Advanced OCR Turn your camera into an intelligent, high-resolution scanner. - Scan invoices, receipts, book pages, handwritten notes, and contracts instantly. - Automatic edge detection, perspective correction, and smart cropping ensure a clean scan. - On-device OCR translates image scans into searchable, selectable text offline. 2. High-Fidelity PDF Compressor - Reduce PDF file size significantly while retaining professional readability. - Adjust compression settings to balance file size and visual clarity. 3. Merge and Split PDF Documents - Combine multiple PDFs, scans, and converted documents into a single PDF. - Split large PDF documents or extract specific pages. 4. Image to PDF and PDF to Image Conversion - Convert JPG, PNG, and HEIC files into clean, multi-page PDF documents. - Extract pages from existing PDFs and save them as high-quality images. 5. Secure, Lock and Unlock PDF Files - Add password protection to secure sensitive PDFs with advanced encryption. - Remove passwords from PDFs instantly for quick access. 6. Reorganize and Edit PDF Pages - Delete unwanted pages, insert new ones, and rotate pages easily. - Rearrange page sequences with simple drag-and-drop. Download TekPDF today and unlock the ultimate suite of local document tools without compromising your privacy!

Screenshots

XML Viewer and Editor4 screens
TekPDF4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: XML Viewer and Editor at 3 against TekPDF's —. XML Viewer and Editor also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.5). On price 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.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
XML Viewer and Editor versus TekPDF: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXML Viewer and EditorTekPDF
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 months—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — better—
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB130 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSahana A STekSevi

In-app purchases

None

XML Viewer and Editor

No in-app purchases

None

TekPDF

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is XML Viewer and Editor free?
XML Viewer and Editor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TekPDF free?
TekPDF is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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