# Git client vs Code Editor

The clearest difference is rating: Git client at 4.8 against Code Editor's 3.2. Git client also leads on review sentiment (91% vs 54%) and ads (none vs shown). Code Editor's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.2). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Git client sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Code Editor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Git client holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Git client has 3.8K ratings behind it against 43, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of Git client's written reviews are positive against 54% of Code Editor's.

Git client ships an update every 9 days, Code Editor every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Git client | Code Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/git-client-working-copy/id896694807/reviews)** | [3.2 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-editor-compiler-and-ide/id1581290510/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.8K** | 43 |
| Positive reviews | **90.5% of reviews** | 53.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#22** | #81 |
| Size | 93 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Anders Borum](https://appshunter.io/developer/343532883) | [Rhythm Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581290512) |

## What reviewers say

### Git client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/git-client-working-copy/id896694807)

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #69 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Access and manage Git repositories directly on your iOS device. Clone, edit, commit, and push code, even offline. Offers advanced features for code review and automation.

**Highlights:** Clone, edit, commit, and push repositories, Offline commit capability, Syntax highlighting for 50+ languages, Markdown and HTML preview with console, Branch management and merge tool, Fuzzy search and commit graph, Diff viewer for text and images

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock transfer | Free | one-time |
| Pro Unlock trial | Free | one-time |
| Pro Unlock trial (2023) | Free | one-time |
| Pro Unlock trial (2024) | Free | one-time |
| Pro Unlock trial (2025) | Free | one-time |
| Support Development | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pro Upgrade (2025) | $17.99 | one-time |
| Pro Upgrade (2024) | $17.99 | one-time |
| Pro Upgrade | $17.99 | one-time |
| Pro Upgrade (2022) | $17.99 | one-time |
| Pro Upgrade (2023) | $17.99 | one-time |
| Working Copy Pro Unlock | $24.99 | one-time |
| Working Copy Pro Unlock | $35.99 | one-time |


### Code Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-editor-compiler-and-ide/id1581290510)

**Currently charting:** #81 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app is a powerful mobile code editor and compiler designed for programmers. It offers syntax highlighting for numerous languages, code assistance, and the ability to compile and run code directly on your device. Access files from cloud storage and version control systems, with customizable themes and extensive editing features.

**Highlights:** Syntax highlighting for 110+ languages, Online compiler for 30+ languages, Code assist and auto-completion, Multi-tab navigation, Unlimited undo/redo, Cloud file access (FTP, WebDAV, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive), GitHub/GitLab integration

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads (Forever) | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for coding on the go
- 👍 Supports many languages
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 Good for learning and quick edits
- 👍 Minimal ads (for some users)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Unskippable, full-screen ads
- 😠 Ads after every file operation
- 😠 Ads interrupt workflow
- 😠 Frequent and intrusive ads
- 😠 Paid version still has ads

**Reported bugs**

- Uninterruptible ads
- Cannot create new files
- Cannot copy files
- Sidebar cannot be reopened after closing
- Cannot save files

**Requested features**

- SFTP protocol connection
- Add a run button
- Error indicator during typing
- Custom keyboard with coding symbols
- Ability to edit visual styles/syntax coloring


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Git client free?

Git client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Code Editor free?

Code Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Git client or Code Editor?

Git client is rated higher. Git client averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while Code Editor averages 3.2 from 43 ratings.

### Do Git client or Code Editor have ads?

Code Editor shows ads; Git client does not.

### Which is updated more often, Git client or Code Editor?

Git client ships an update every 9 days, and Code Editor every 5 weeks. Most recently, Git client was updated on September 29, 2026 and Code Editor on September 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Git client or Code Editor?

Git client currently peaks at #22 in the App Store charts, and Code Editor at #81. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*