Comparison

php$ vs View Source Premier

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

Head to head
About

php$

Learn, run, and share PHP scripts with this iOS application. It offers code autocompletion, syntax highlighting, and a built-in browser for learning resources. Customize your coding environment and share your work via email or social media.

Highlights
  • Autocompletion and auto-indent
  • Code coloring and font customization
  • Built-in browser for learning materials
  • Save, modify, and delete code files
  • Support for various file types
  • Customizable interface and background
  • Generate QR codes for sharing
Features
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This is an ios php app,you can learn,run,share php script. Features : Autocomplate. Auto Indent. Code color. In(the built-in browser or the txt editor),Select the text to run. Horizontal screen development. Code templates,the contents of the new file is copy from contents of the template file. *You can enter php code by keyboard, and then you can execut the php code,support the input and raw_input function. *You can adjust the code color and font size , and support to move the cursor left and right and up and down , easy to read and write. *You can find learning materials by the built-in browser . *You can save php code and learning materials, and can be modified to the save file and delete the save file . *You can use the file system to support txt, pdf, chm, mp3,m4v,zip, gif, png, html, py ,doc... files. *You can control the background image and color, and execution voice , background animation, text color and shadow, switch interface animation , the number and the order of the main interface of the tab bar to create your learning software. *You can Learn php knowledge , the system provides some basic learning materials . *You can use php code or learning materials to generate two-dimensional code , for easy sharing . *You can share code by Email,Weibo,Twitter,Facebook. *You can use the counter,light in the Setting tab.

About

View Source Premier

Analyze and view HTML, XML, JavaScript, CSS, JSON, and RSS code with a built-in simulator, error tracking, and request management tools. Easily format code, test JavaScript, and inspect styles and images. Supports multiple devices for enhanced productivity.

Highlights
  • Code viewing and analysis
  • Built-in simulator
  • Error tracking
  • JavaScript terminal testing
  • Style and image inspection
  • Request management
  • Code beautifier
Features
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A multifunctional tool for analyzing, debugging, and viewing structured data and web code — including HTML, XML, JSON, CSS, JavaScript, RSS, ATOM, and other supported formats. The application is designed for developers and professionals who value precision, control, and efficiency. Key features: • Cross-platform support: iPhone, iPad, and Mac • View code in both structured and plain text formats • Validation and error detection for HTML, XML, and JSON • Built-in web simulator with customizable screen sizes • JavaScript console for interactive code testing • HEX viewer for analyzing binary files • Text search with regular expression support • CSS style inspection for page elements • HTTP request handling with flexible configuration for any scenario • Save, edit, and re-run previous requests • Code formatting with built-in Code Beautifier • HTTP response analysis: headers, cookies, and response data • Advanced copying of code fragments and structured elements • Built-in audio playback for files detected in HTML code or opened within the app • Open and analyze files stored on your device The application provides full control over data analysis and streamlines everyday tasks for developers.

Screenshots

php$4 screens
View Source Premier4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: php$ at 4.8 against View Source Premier's 4.1. php$ also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 47%) and price ($2.99 vs $6.99). View Source Premier's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (27 vs 9). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position 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

php$ costs $2.99 and View Source Premier $6.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

php$ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 27 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of php$'s written reviews are positive against 47% of View Source Premier's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

php$ ships an update every 5 months, View Source Premier every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
php$ versus View Source Premier: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterphp$View Source Premier
Price$2.99 — better$6.99
Rating4.8 (9 ratings) — better4.1 (27 ratings)
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews — better47.1% of reviews
Number of ratings927 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#133#81 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB5 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer小文 黄Andrey Uspanov

Customer experience

php$

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral6.3%
Negative6.3%

View Source Premier

All ratings27 ratings
Positive70.4%
Neutral14.8%
Negative14.8%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive47.1%
Neutral23.5%
Negative29.4%

In-app purchases

None

php$

No in-app purchases

None

View Source Premier

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is php$ free?
php$ costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is View Source Premier free?
View Source Premier costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, php$ or View Source Premier?
php$ is rated higher. php$ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while View Source Premier averages 4.1 from 27 ratings.
Do php$ or View Source Premier have ads?
Neither php$ nor View Source Premier shows ads.
Which is updated more often, php$ or View Source Premier?
php$ ships an update every 5 months, and View Source Premier every 3 weeks. Most recently, php$ was updated on November 1, 2026 and View Source Premier on October 29, 2026.
Which is more popular, php$ or View Source Premier?
php$ currently peaks at #133 in the App Store charts, and View Source Premier at #81. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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