Comparison

Downward vs Markdown Editor

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

Head to head
About

Downward

Features
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Downward is a minimal Markdown editor for iPhone, built for focused writing, simple file browsing and a cleaner way to work with Markdown. Browse and edit Markdown files stored locally on your device or in iCloud, without locking your writing into a complicated workspace. Downward keeps your files accessible while giving you a calm, customisable editor for notes, drafts, documentation, journals, writing projects and everyday text editing. The editor is designed to feel simple and quiet. You can work with Markdown syntax visible, or hide formatting characters for a cleaner, more minimal writing experience. This lets you keep the flexibility of Markdown while enjoying an editor that feels closer to a plain, distraction-free writing space. Key features: β€’ Browse local files on your device β€’ Open and edit files stored in iCloud β€’ Minimal Markdown editing for iPhone β€’ Tap to toggle tasks β€’ Long press to quickly copy text from code blocks β€’ Option to hide Markdown syntax for a cleaner look β€’ Custom themes to personalise the editor β€’ Font choices for a writing experience that feels right β€’ Simple interface designed around focus and readability β€’ Great for notes, drafts, documentation, journals and plain text workflows Downward is made for people who like simple tools, portable files and a writing environment that does not get in the way. Supporter Upgrade Downward also includes an optional supporter upgrade. Supporters unlock extra themes, the ability to import and export custom themes, and the option to import their own fonts. Your support helps keep Downward independent, maintained and improving over time. SUPPORT INFORMATION Our Terms and Conditions: https://secondvictor.com/public/projects/downward/downward-terms.html Our Privacy Policy: https://secondvictor.com/public/projects/downward/downward-policy.html EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Markdown Editor

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Write, preview, organize, and export Markdown documents entirely on your iPhone and iPad. This app is a native, offline-first Markdown workspace built for fast writing and clean document output. Create notes, drafts, documentation, journals, and long-form writing with a focused editor, live preview, and on-device PDF export. Everything important happens on your device. No account is required to start writing. Features - Native Markdown editor designed for iPhone and iPad - Live preview while you write - Organize documents with folders - Full-text search across your local documents - Import Markdown and text files - Export Markdown files and generate PDFs on-device - Autosave and quick access to recent work - Clean, privacy-focused offline experience Premium features - Advanced PDF export options - Custom themes - Templates - Find and replace - Word count, reading time, and writing stats - Favorites, smart organization, and additional power-user tools Who it’s for - Students taking structured notes - Writers drafting articles and journals - Developers editing README files and documentation - Anyone who wants a simple, fast Markdown app without unnecessary complexity Privacy-first by design Your documents stay on your device by default. Core writing, preview, organization, and export features work offline, so you can write anywhere. If you want a polished Markdown experience on iOS with native performance and local-first privacy, this app is built for you. Subscription information: Markdown Pro is an optional auto-renewing subscription (monthly plan). Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple Account settings. Privacy Policy : https://zeeronstudio.com/privacy/markdown.html Terms of Service : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Downward4 screens
Markdown Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Downward at daily against Markdown Editor's every 2 weeks. Markdown Editor's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Downward sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Markdown Editor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Downward ships an update daily, Markdown Editor every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Downward versus Markdown Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDownwardMarkdown Editor
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDaily β€” betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS26.017.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size7 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSecond VictorZeeron Studio Pvt. Ltd.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Downward

One-time5
  • Small Coffee$0.99
  • Large Coffee$2.99
  • Supporter$3.99
Show 2 more
  • Lunch$4.99
  • Dinner$9.99
2 purchases

Markdown Editor

Subscriptions1
  • Pro - (Monthly)3 Days trial$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime$2.99

Questions

Is Downward free?
Downward is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Markdown Editor free?
Markdown Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Downward or Markdown Editor have ads?
Neither Downward nor Markdown Editor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Downward or Markdown Editor?
Downward ships an update daily, and Markdown Editor every 2 weeks. Most recently, Downward was updated on October 28, 2026 and Markdown Editor on October 27, 2026.

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