Comparison

LiveView vs Simple TypeScript

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

Head to head
About

LiveView

Features
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See your Mac's terminals on your iPhone and command Claude Code by voice β€” from the couch, the cafΓ©, anywhere. LiveView connects your iPhone to your Mac and turns it into a remote control for your AI work: β€’ SPEAK INSTEAD OF TYPING β€” tap the microphone, dictate your request, and hear the reply read aloud (human voice, generated on the iPhone itself, offline). β€’ SEE YOUR MAC'S SCREEN β€” your terminals live, with zone views (left, center, right, or full screen). β€’ THREE WAYS TO CONNECT β€” Relay (works anywhere, zero setup), Home (direct WiFi) and Away (via Tailscale, the most private). β€’ QUICK PROMPTS β€” phrases you send with one tap, saved to your account. β€’ KEYBOARD & QUICK KEYS β€” arrows, Enter and a full keyboard to navigate the terminal. β€’ WINDOWS & COMMANDS β€” open 3 tidy terminals, switch apps, resume projects. β€’ CONVERSATION ARCHIVE β€” search, tag and export everything you said and heard. β€’ VOICE-GUIDED TUTORIAL β€” the app explains itself, step by step, in 8 languages. REQUIRES A MAC: LiveView works together with the free Mac companion app (Apple Silicon), available at liveview.thecosmicapp.com. PRICING: LiveView Pro is a subscription (monthly or yearly) with 7 days free. Renews automatically; cancel anytime in your Apple Settings. Privacy: your content is yours. In Relay mode our server only forwards the connection β€” it never reads your data. Policy: liveview.thecosmicapp.com/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Simple TypeScript

Features
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β€œWant to try TypeScript code while you’re on the go?” This app is a simple TypeScript editor and runtime designed for smartphones. It provides a powerful code editor with syntax highlighting, allowing you to write and run TypeScript code instantly. It is suitable for everything from learning TypeScript to practical coding and testing. Common use cases include: * Learning TypeScript * Programming practice * Learning web development * Learning type-safe coding * Studying algorithms * Testing code snippets * Verifying sample code * Taking TypeScript notes * Creating scripts * Testing functions and types * Writing code for technical blogs * Training and workshops * Building prototypes * Managing code snippets * Experimenting with new ideas * Creating a simple testing environment during development TypeScript can be used in many different ways, and this app helps you quickly write, test, and manage your code. If you are looking for a TypeScript editor and runtime, give it a try. β–  Features β€’ Intuitive Interface Simple tools should be easy to use. The editor is designed to be fast, responsive, and comfortable for everyday coding. β€’ Run Code Instantly Execute TypeScript code with a single tap. View output and error messages immediately. β€’ Code Auto Completion Built-in code completion helps you write code more efficiently. β€’ Code Formatting Automatically format your code to improve readability and maintain a clean coding style. β€’ Find and Replace Search and replace text within your code quickly and easily. β€’ Code Folding Collapse and expand code blocks to make large files easier to navigate. β€’ Easy Cursor Navigation Move the cursor using directional controls for more precise editing. β€’ Automatic Saving Your code is automatically saved while editing, so you never have to worry about losing changes. β€’ Ready to Use No account registration is required. Start coding immediately after installation. β€’ Export and Share Export and share your code with others. Useful for backups and editing on different devices. β€’ Dark Theme Support Supports dark mode for comfortable coding day and night.

Screenshots

LiveView4 screens
Simple TypeScript4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: LiveView at weekly against Simple TypeScript's fortnightly. 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. LiveView sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per month and Simple TypeScript sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LiveView ships an update weekly, Simple TypeScript fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
LiveView versus Simple TypeScript: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLiveViewSimple TypeScript
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly β€” betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 β€” better15.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size112 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPedro BrancoYUKI TANAIKE

In-app purchases

2 purchases

LiveView

Subscriptions2
  • LiveView Pro7 Days trial$17.991 Month
  • LiveView Pro7 Days trial$179.001 Year
2 purchases

Simple TypeScript

Subscriptions2
  • Simple Typescript Pro (Monthly)$1.991 Month
  • Simple TypeScript Pro (Annual)$18.001 Year

Questions

Is LiveView free?
LiveView is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Simple TypeScript free?
Simple TypeScript is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LiveView or Simple TypeScript have ads?
Neither LiveView nor Simple TypeScript shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LiveView or Simple TypeScript?
LiveView ships an update weekly, and Simple TypeScript fortnightly. Most recently, LiveView was updated on October 31, 2026 and Simple TypeScript on October 31, 2026.

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