TrueCode vs Herdie
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
TrueCode
A mobile code editor for real-world projects, supporting numerous languages with syntax highlighting and an integrated terminal. Collaborate with friends on projects and manage files seamlessly across devices.
- Syntax highlighting for dozens of languages
- Integrated terminal for file management
- Execute Python code directly
- Real-time file synchronization across devices
- Collaborative project editing with review
- Plugin support for editor expansion
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TrueCode is a professional mobile code editor and IDE designed to build real projects on your smartphone, tablet, and desktop. Coding no longer requires sitting at a desk; write, run, and sync your ideas the moment they strike. FEATURES โข Advanced Code Editor: Syntax highlighting for Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML/CSS, Java, C/C++, Swift, Kotlin, Go, PHP, SQL, and dozens more, featuring JetBrains Mono font for seamless readability. โข Embedded Terminal: Full file management using ls, cd, mkdir, touch, rm, mv, cp commands and direct execution of real Python code via the terminal. โข Cross-Device Sync: Real-time cloud access allows you to pick up right where you left off on your phone, tablet, or computer. โข Real-Time Collaboration: Invite friends to your projects and manage code changes together with review-and-approve workflows and a notification center. โข Flexible Plugin Support: Customize your editor to fit your needs and keep your projects and data entirely under your control. For questions and feedback: truecode.editor@gmail.com
Herdie
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Herdie brings your Herdr sessions to iPhone and iPad. Connect directly to your Mac or Linux host over SSH, check what your agents are doing, and send the next command. Your remote session keeps running when you leave the app. A terminal built for your phone Read terminal output behind floating controls, open the keyboard when you need it, or use the writing sheet for longer messages. Switch between running agents without leaving your session. Your hosts, one place Save SSH connections and reconnect with a tap. Use password authentication, an OpenSSH private key, or SSH none authentication for compatible hosts such as Tailscale SSH. Herdie asks you to verify new host keys and flags changes. Direct connections Terminal traffic travels directly between your device and your host. Passwords and private keys are stored in iOS Keychain. There is no Herdie account, terminal relay, or analytics SDK. Make it yours Choose a terminal theme and font size, customize the keyboard shortcuts, and use light or dark appearance. Herdie is free and open source. It requires a reachable SSH host with Herdr installed. It does not include a hosted computer or an AI subscription.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: TrueCode at 16.4 against Herdie's 18.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | TrueCode | Herdie |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | โ |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | โ |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | โ |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 โ better | 18.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Asmin Aktas | Lucas Scariot |
In-app purchases
TrueCode
No in-app purchases
Herdie
No in-app purchases









