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OK JSON vs CotEditor

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

OK JSON

7.0
Developer Tools

Scriptable JSON formatter and editor

CotEditor

8.0
Developer Tools

Plain-text editor for web pages, program source codes and more

Metric OK JSON CotEditor
Category Developer Tools Developer Tools
AI Score 7.0 8.0
30-day Installs 30 2.1K
90-day Installs 82 5.1K
365-day Installs 268 14.7K
Version 2.10.2 7.0.2
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 7.7K
GitHub Forks 477
Open Issues 20
License NOASSERTION
Language Swift
Last GitHub Commit 1mo ago
First Seen Feb 3, 2026 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

OK JSON

OK JSON is a scriptable JSON formatter and editor with JSONPath support, ideal for developers and data professionals who need precise JSON handling and automation capabilities.

OK JSON formats and edits JSON files, supporting scriptable operations with JSONPath.

Pros

  • + Scriptable with support for JSONPath
  • + Local-first functionality
  • + Developer-focused features

Cons

  • - Limited community engagement
  • - No cloud syncing features

CotEditor

CotEditor is a sleek, lightweight plain-text editor for macOS, perfect for web developers and coders. It offers syntax highlighting, auto-completion, and integrates with Git, making it a favorite among developers.

CotEditor is a powerful text editor designed for editing web pages, source codes, and other plain-text documents.

Pros

  • + Lightweight and fast performance
  • + Rich feature set including syntax highlighting and Git integration
  • + Regular updates and active maintenance

Cons

  • - No built-in code folding
  • - Some feature requests are not prioritized