Online diff checker to compare text, code and files side by side. Syntax highlighting, Prettier formatting, and AI diff summaries
Users
1,000
0 in 30 days
Rating
4.7 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
14
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#25K
#21K among extensions
Version
1.1.11
updated 1 May 2026
Users
monthly, 2 years
Latest, 16 Oct 2026:1,000 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month
Ratings count
monthly, 2 years
Latest, 16 Oct 2026:14 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month
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About Diff Checker
π Your Data Stays Private
Diff Checker is a diff checker software that runs entirely in your browser. No uploads to third-party servers. No data logging. Your text, code, and files never leave your device.
π Diff Checker Software β Powered by Monaco Editor
Compare text, code, and files side by side with real-time editing. Built on Monaco Editor β the same engine behind VS Code β with syntax highlighting for 17+ languages and instant change detection. This online diff checker is designed for developers, testers, writers, and anyone who needs fast, accurate diff check.
π Key Features
π Real-Time Diff Editor β edit and compare simultaneously, changes highlight as you type. No need to click any button β diff check happens instantly.
π» Code Diff Check β syntax highlighting for 17+ popular programming and markup languages. Automatic language detection ensures the right highlighting every time.
π File Diff Checker β upload and compare plain text files, code files, and Office documents (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Supports files up to 50 MB per side.
π JSON Diff Checker β identify structural and data differences in JSON files. Normalize and sort keys for clean, readable comparison. Perfect for API testing and json diff check.
π¨ Code Formatting β auto-format code with Prettier before comparing. Supports 20+ languages to ensure consistent formatting so you only see meaningful changes.
π Text Diff Checker β compare any text: documents, configuration files, logs, data exports, clipboard content, or any plain text. Works as a text diff checker for all your comparison needs.
π Compare Browser Tabs β select two open tabs in your browser to instantly load and compare their source code or text side by side. Great for checking differences between staging and production pages.
π€ AI-Powered Summaries β generate intelligent diff summaries using OpenAI API. Choose between full text analysis or diff-only mode for focused insights. Requires your own API key.
πΎ Comparison History β auto-saves your comparisons locally using IndexedDB. Browse, restore, or delete past sessions anytime. Up to 50 comparisons stored, 10 MB each.
π Revert Changes β one-click revert icons on each change block let you quickly undo individual modifications, just like in JetBrains IDEs.
βοΈ Diff Algorithms
π¬ Smart Diff β advanced algorithm for accurate, context-aware change detection
β¬ Ignore Whitespace β focus on meaningful changes only, skip leading and trailing spaces
π Classic LCS β traditional longest-common-subsequence algorithm for straightforward comparison
β‘ Auto-switch β automatically uses fast algorithm for files over 10 MB to prevent slowdowns
π― View Modes
π Split View β side-by-side comparison with synchronized scrolling
π Unified View β inline diff showing changes in a single column
π Show Diff Only β collapse unchanged regions to focus on what changed
π± Auto Layout β automatically switches to unified view when the window is too narrow
π How It Works
1. Open the Diff Checker extension
2. Paste, type, or upload two versions of text or code
3. View highlighted differences instantly β no extra clicks needed
4. Edit directly in the diff view β changes update in real time
5. Use toolbar actions: format code, normalize JSON, swap sides, or copy diff
6. Optional: generate AI-powered summary of your changes
π¨ Use Cases
π¨βπ» Software Development β code diff checker for comparing source code versions with full syntax highlighting. Review pull requests, debug regressions, and track modifications across branches.
π Web Development β compare HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files. Identify what changed between deployments or design iterations.
π API Testing β json diff checker to compare API responses, detect schema changes, and validate data transformations. Normalize JSON keys for clean structural comparison.
π Document Review β text diff checker for contracts, legal documents, reports, and technical writing. Spot every change between drafts and final versions.
βοΈ DevOps & SysAdmin β compare configuration files, server settings, environment variables, and deployment scripts. File diff checker for nginx configs, Docker files, and CI/CD pipelines.
π Data Analysis β csv diff checker for comparing spreadsheet exports, database dumps, and data migration results.
π Version Control β check diff between file versions before committing. Compare local changes against repository versions.
π Education β review student submissions, compare assignment versions, and provide feedback on code changes.
βοΈ Content Editing β compare drafts and published versions of articles, blog posts, and documentation.
π¬ Scientific Research β analyze differences in experiment configurations, data sets, and research papers.
πΌ Legal & Compliance β compare contract versions, policy documents, and regulatory filings to track every modification.
π Benefits
β± Time Savings β instantly find changes with diff check online, eliminating manual line-by-line comparison
π― Enhanced Accuracy β highlights every difference with color coding: green for additions, red for deletions
π€ AI Insights β get intelligent summaries explaining what changed and why it matters
π¨ Clean Comparison β format and normalize text before comparing to eliminate noise
π Multi-Format β compare text, code, structured data, and Office documents
π Complete Privacy β all processing happens locally, your data never leaves your browser
π Works Offline β no internet required for comparisons (AI features need connection)
π‘ Familiar Interface β Monaco Editor provides the same experience as VS Code
β Frequently Asked Questions
π΅οΈ How does Diff Checker work?
It uses Monaco Editor (the VS Code engine) to compare two versions of text or code. The diff algorithm analyzes both inputs and highlights additions, deletions, and modifications in real time.
π Do I need an internet connection?
No. Diff Checker works entirely offline in your browser for all comparison features. Only AI-powered summarieβ¦
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