Best Code Editor Textastic Apps

214+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated July 2026

With an average user rating of 4.2β˜…, the code editor textastic category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 214+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for Code Editor Textastic

Textastic Code Editor#1

Textastic Code Editor by Alexander Blach

Text, Coding, SFTP Client, SSH
Editor's Choice
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
4.7😊(2.5K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#23in Developer Tools
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A powerful text and code editor for mobile devices, offering syntax highlighting for over 80 languages, code completion, and formatting tools. It allows connection to various servers and cloud storage for seamless file management and editing.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Highly performant
  • πŸ‘ Versatile and feature-rich
  • πŸ’‘ Excellent integration with other apps (e.g. Working Copy)
  • πŸ‘ Customizable and intuitive UI

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Occasional crashes or freezes
  • πŸ”’ Restrictive paywall for basic functionality
  • πŸ‘Ž Confusing file management and upload/download workflow
Koder Code Editor#2

Koder Code Editor by Reny Mustika

(S)FTP, Dropbox, Webdav, SSH
Strong Contender
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
4.6😐(9.3K ratings)
Free
#24in Developer Tools
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A powerful code editor for mobile devices, offering syntax highlighting for over 80 languages, remote file access, and a built-in terminal. Perfect for developers who need to code on the go with a well-designed interface.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Great for coding on the go
  • πŸ‘ Clean and intuitive UI
  • πŸš€ Efficient file management
  • πŸš€ Supports multiple file formats

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Crashes and stability issues
  • πŸ› Bugs when switching between apps
  • πŸ› File corruption and data loss
Text Editor.#3

Text Editor. by TAPUNIVERSE LLC

A must have text editor
Worth Considering
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
4.4😞(4.2K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#37in Developer Tools
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A versatile text editor for managing files on your device and in the cloud. Supports various text formats, rich text editing, and custom fonts. Offers cloud integration and sharing capabilities.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Great for direct editing
  • πŸ‘ Wonderful for writing
  • πŸ‘ Smooth and modern
  • πŸ‘ Reads and edits well

Room to Improve

  • πŸ’° Expensive subscription
  • πŸ”’ Locks access to files
  • πŸ”’ Requires subscription to use

More Code Editor Textastic apps to explore

4
Runestone Text Editor
Runestone Text Editor
Runestone Text Editor
Edit plain text and code
Free
$4.99 | 100% OFF

A powerful plain text and code editor for iPhone and iPad. Offers syntax highlighting, line numbers, find and replace, and extensive customization options for developers and writers.

Syntax highlighting for many languagesCustomizable themes and fontsAdvanced find and replace
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(1.3K)
free with in-app purchases
5
iEditor – Text Code Editor
iEditor – Text Code Editor
iEditor – Text Code Editor
Best source code editor
Free

A fast and simple text and source code editor for iPhone and iPad. It allows users to create, import, edit, and manage various file types with features like syntax highlighting, search/replace, and export options.

Create and import text/source code filesSyntax highlighting for C, Java, HTMLSearch and replace functionality
πŸ“Š Productivity
(179)
ad-supported
6
Python Editor App
Python Editor App
Python Editor App
Create and Run your Python 3
Free

Code and run Python 3 scripts directly on your iOS device with a feature-rich editor. Enjoy syntax highlighting, auto-indentation, code completion, and AI-powered code assistance. Optimize your workflow with multi-window support and background script execution.

Create, edit, and run Python 3 scriptsSyntax highlighting, auto-indentation, code completionAI-powered code assistant
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(6.4K)
freemium
7
TextEditor : Rich Text Editor
TextEditor : Rich Text Editor
TextEditor : Rich Text Editor
Word Processor & Notes List
Free

This app provides a straightforward rich text editor for creating and editing documents on the go. It supports various file formats and offers seamless synchronization with Google Docs. Users can easily manage their saved files and enjoy a clean interface.

Rich text editingGoogle Docs synchronizationPortrait/Landscape mode
πŸ“Š Productivity
(2.8K)
ad-supported
8
Text editor-PWEditor
Text editor-PWEditor
Text editor-PWEditor
For source code, HTML and text
Free

This app is a powerful text editor designed for source code, HTML, and general text input on iOS devices. It offers advanced editing features like syntax highlighting, symbol pads, and undo/redo, with cloud storage integration and an optional online compiler.

Syntax highlightingSymbol input and cursor padsUndo/Redo functionality
πŸ”§ Utilities
(113)
free with in-app purchases
9
HTML Editor
HTML Editor
HTML Editor
by Intrepid Corporation LTD
Free

A lightweight HTML editor offering syntax highlighting, code completion, and a live preview. Easily open, edit, and export HTML documents from your device or iCloud. Features dynamic commenting and tag insertion for efficient web development.

Syntax highlightingCode completion suggestionsLive preview panel
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(682)
free with in-app purchases
10
Lightweight Text Editor
Lightweight Text Editor
Lightweight Text Editor
by Erik Wegener
Free

This app allows users to work with plain text files without formatting concerns. It can open any text file, create folders for organization, and adjust encoding and line endings.

Open any plain text fileCreate folders for organizationChange text encoding
πŸ“Š Productivity
(15)
free
11
Code Editor - Compiler & IDE
Code Editor - Compiler & IDE
Code Editor - Compiler & IDE
Programming on mobile
Free

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.

Syntax highlighting for 110+ languagesOnline compiler for 30+ languagesCode assist and auto-completion
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(38)
free with in-app purchases
12
Kodex
Kodex
Kodex
A powerful code editor
Free

An advanced code editor for iOS devices, offering desktop-class features like multi-caret editing, regex search, and syntax highlighting for over 150 languages. It integrates with the Files app and supports external keyboards for a seamless coding experience.

Multi-caret editingRegex search and replaceMinimap for navigation
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(202)
free with in-app purchases
13
Visual Code
Visual Code
Visual Code
by StartApp LTD
Free

This app transforms your iPhone and iPad into a powerful coding environment. Write, debug, and run code for numerous languages with a sleek interface and integrated terminal. Enjoy a desktop-like IDE experience on the go, optimized for the latest iOS and iPadOS features.

Write, debug, and run codeMulti-language supportIntegrated terminal
πŸ”§ Utilities
(3.2K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Code Editor
Code Editor
Code Editor
Vusual Advanced Code Editing
Free

This mobile application offers a powerful and intuitive platform for on-the-go coding. It supports multiple programming languages with advanced features like code completion and syntax highlighting, along with customization options for a comfortable coding experience.

Multi-language support (Python, Java, JS, HTML, CSS)Intelligent code completionSyntax highlighting
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(85)
subscription
15
GoCoEdit - Code & Text Editor
GoCoEdit - Code & Text Editor
GoCoEdit - Code & Text Editor
Dropbox client & SSH shell
$8.99

Edit local and remote files with a powerful code editor. Supports cloud storage, SSH, and a wide range of programming languages with syntax highlighting and advanced editing features.

Sublime-like code editorDropbox, OneDrive, FTP, SFTP/SSH supportSyntax highlighting for numerous languages
πŸ“Š Productivity
(122)
paid
16
Subtext
Subtext
Subtext
Simple, elegant text editor
Free

A straightforward text editor for iPhone and iPad, allowing direct creation and editing of files within iCloud. It offers advanced controls for line endings and character encoding, ideal for on-the-go code or data file modifications.

Direct iCloud file editingNo import/export requiredLine ending control
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(66)
free
17
QuickCode: Code Editor
QuickCode: Code Editor
QuickCode: Code Editor
A Simple Code Editor
Free

A powerful and intuitive code editor for mobile devices. Offers syntax highlighting, customizable themes, and seamless file management. Ideal for both beginners and experienced developers to code on the go.

Syntax HighlightingCustomizable Editor ThemesMetadata Pane
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(3)
free
18
JDoodle: Code Compiler
JDoodle: Code Compiler
JDoodle: Code Compiler
Compile, Execute Code Anywhere
Free

This mobile IDE and compiler allows you to write, compile, and execute code for over 85 languages on your device. It features AI-powered debugging and code generation, making it a comprehensive tool for programmers on the go. Sync and save your projects with advanced privacy controls.

Compile and execute code for 85+ languagesAI Code Debug & Execute in Interactive ModeAI Code Generator
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(86)
free
19
Code keyboard
Code keyboard
Code keyboard
by LE SANG
Free

This utility keyboard enhances your mobile coding experience by providing specialized suggestions and shortcuts for various programming languages. It offers quick input for operators and customizable themes for comfortable use.

Keyword and block suggestionsQuick pop-up for operatorsCustomizable night and white themes
πŸ”§ Utilities
(43)
free
20
Code App
Code App
Code App
Desktop-class code editing
$6.99

This app offers a desktop-class code editing experience on iPadOS. It includes built-in runtimes for popular languages like Node.js, Python, and Java, along with advanced features such as autocompletion and Git integration.

Desktop-class code editorBuilt-in Node.js, Python, C, C++, PHP, Java runtimesAutocompletion and language features
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(296)
free