# Ed the Editor vs Text Parser Pro

The clearest difference is monetization model: Ed the Editor at free against Text Parser Pro's ad-supported. Ed the Editor also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Ed the Editor against 5.0 for Text Parser Pro. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ed the Editor | Text Parser Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ed-the-editor/id919245896/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-parser-pro/id6757296874/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | — | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 3 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | — | **iPhone** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Robert Efroymson](https://appshunter.io/developer/918253247) | [Kenny Truong](https://appshunter.io/developer/1778677810) |

## What reviewers say

### Ed the Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ed-the-editor/id919245896)

This utility provides a straightforward text editing experience, focusing on efficiency and a minimalist interface. It's designed for users who prefer a no-frills approach to text manipulation, reminiscent of classic command-line editors.

**Highlights:** Minimalist text editing, Efficient interface, Classic command-line style, No-frills functionality, Standard text editor

**In-app purchases:** none


### Text Parser Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-parser-pro/id6757296874)

This utility app quickly cleans up text from various sources. It allows you to paste or scan text, including from photos using OCR, and apply powerful transformations before copying it back.

**Highlights:** Fast text editing, Text cleanup, Paste text, Scan text, OCR from photos, QR code scanning

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ed the Editor free?

Ed the Editor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Text Parser Pro free?

Text Parser Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Ed the Editor or Text Parser Pro?

Ed the Editor and Text Parser Pro are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.

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