# Winmail Reader Lite vs myTextViewer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: myTextViewer at 54% against Winmail Reader Lite's 5%. myTextViewer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). Winmail Reader Lite's advantage is rating (4.2 vs 3.7) and update cadence (every 4 months vs every 12 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Winmail Reader Lite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. myTextViewer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Winmail Reader Lite holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 82 and 156 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 5% of Winmail Reader Lite's written reviews are positive against 54% of myTextViewer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Winmail Reader Lite ships an update every 4 months, myTextViewer every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Winmail Reader Lite | myTextViewer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (82 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/winmail-reader-lite/id880620365/reviews)** | [3.7 (156 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mytextviewer/id1272975241/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 82 | **156** |
| Positive reviews | 4.8% of reviews | **54.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 months** | Every 12 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 2 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RootRise Technologies Pvt. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/594431033) | [Yaniv Kalsky](https://appshunter.io/developer/310828189) |

## What reviewers say

### Winmail Reader Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/winmail-reader-lite/id880620365)

This app decodes "winmail.dat" attachment files, allowing you to open, read, save, or email any contained files. It also extracts the original email message and can create calendar events or contacts from the data.

**Highlights:** Decodes winmail.dat files, Lists all attachments, Inbuilt quick-look preview, Save or share attachments, Resend decoded emails, Create calendar events, Add contacts to iOS Contacts

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Winmail Reader Full Version | $1.99 | one-time |


### myTextViewer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mytextviewer/id1272975241)

Instantly open and view any text, code, or log file. This app offers professional syntax highlighting and line numbers, making it ideal for professionals who need to access and read various file formats on the go. It supports numerous common file types and provides customizable viewing themes.

**Highlights:** Open any text, code, or log file, Syntax highlighting for common formats, Line numbers display, Light and dark viewing themes, Share option integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Opens unsupported file formats reliably
- 📂 Handles multiple file types (XML, JSON, LOG, EML, YML)
- 🎯 Simple and straightforward functionality
- ⚡ No unnecessary features or bloat
- 🆓 Free to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Files display as blank or won't open
- ❌ Inconsistent file compatibility
- 😤 Requires review before using app
- 📱 Compatibility issues with iOS updates
- 🔄 Confusing sharing/import workflow

**Reported bugs**

- App fails to open files from Files app
- JSON files display blank
- XML files not rendering properly
- App crashes or won't launch
- Incompatibility with iOS 14 and iOS 16

**Requested features**

- Search/find function within documents
- File editing capabilities
- Remove ads or ad-free option
- Support for action extensions
- Better file import options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Winmail Reader Lite free?

Winmail Reader Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is myTextViewer free?

myTextViewer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Winmail Reader Lite or myTextViewer?

Winmail Reader Lite is rated higher. Winmail Reader Lite averages 4.2 out of 5 from 82 ratings, while myTextViewer averages 3.7 from 156 ratings.

### Do Winmail Reader Lite or myTextViewer have ads?

Neither Winmail Reader Lite nor myTextViewer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Winmail Reader Lite or myTextViewer?

Winmail Reader Lite ships an update every 4 months, and myTextViewer every 12 months. Most recently, Winmail Reader Lite was updated on September 18, 2026 and myTextViewer on September 9, 2026.

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