# Buffer Editor - Code Editor

> Git Client, SFTP, SSH Terminal

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id502633252](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id502633252)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id502633252`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Blakzero Oy
- **Category:** Developer Tools
- **Rating:** 3.90 / 5 (158 ratings)
- **Version:** 21.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-12
- **First published:** 2012-03-02
- **Size:** 45 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/buffer-editor-code-editor/id502633252)
- **Website:** [https://www.buffereditor.com](https://www.buffereditor.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://buffereditor.com/privacy.html](http://buffereditor.com/privacy.html)

## Description

Buffer Editor is a powerful on-the-go code editor with full Git integration and remote file access. It connects to GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, and other Git services, supports SFTP/SSH/FTP, and includes a built-in terminal, a visual merge tool, and live editing of remote files. Features include syntax highlighting for dozens of languages, code autocompletion with custom snippets, Vim mode, symbol navigator, advanced search, and split-view with multiple terminals in tabs.

It also offers iOS Files integration, full-screen mode, customizable fonts and themes, and security features like Touch ID / Face ID protection. Manage code across local and remote projects with ease, take advantage of multi-window workflows, and stay productive on the go.

## Rankings

- #121,874 — Overall
- #39 — github
- #58 — css editor

## Review summary

Buffer Editor excels as an iPad code editor with strong remote capabilities (SSH/SFTP, AWS) and direct GitHub integration, plus solid customization options and multi-file tabs. However, stability and reliability are serious concerns: frequent crashes, flaky Git/SVN-like behavior, SSH authentication problems, and UI glitches hinder everyday use. It also trails desktop editors in features and polish. Overall, a powerful tool for remote coding on iPad, but users should expect ongoing reliability issues and await further refinement.

### Pros

- Robust remote development via SSH/SFTP, enabling on-device editing of servers and cloud projects.
- Direct GitHub integration, allowing cloning and editing repos inside the app without external tools.
- High customization options, including fonts, spacing, and themes (e.g., Dracula), plus Vim-like editing cues.
- Support for multiple open files in tabs and easy saving/uploading to remote servers (CMD-S and SFTP).
- Strong iPad-focused code editor capability with feature-rich workflow for remote code and deployments.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and instability, especially when switching focus between apps.
- Unreliable Git/GitLab integration, including commits/push failures and potential loss of work.
- SSH authentication/connectivity problems, such as key issues or failed server authentication.
- UI/UX glitches and performance issues, including lag, clunky file browser, and confusing navigation.
- Incomplete feature set and parity with desktop editors (lacks Emmet, Vim mappings, and broader tooling).

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