Code anywhere. CodeMan brings VSCode to iPhone, iPad, with full keyboard support, extensions, and a
distraction-free experience. Adds touch friendly support.
Powerful VS Code Integration
• Connect to any VS Code server instance (or use vscode.dev)
• Full desktop mode for complete feature access
• Chromeless browsing for distraction-free coding
• Self-signed certificate support for local servers
Desktop-Class Keyboard Support
• All VS Code keyboard shortcuts work perfectly
• Command key passthrough to VS Code
• System shortcuts for app functions (Cmd+,, Cmd+R, etc.)
• External keyboard fully supported on iPad
iPhone Features
• Optimized touch interface for mobile coding
• Quick-access toolbar with essential functions
• Portrait and landscape support
• Works great with external keyboards
iPad Features
• Multi-window support - work on multiple projects
• Split View and Slide Over compatible
• Full keyboard shortcut support
• Perfect for iPad + Magic Keyboard setup
Mac Features
• Native Mac window management
• Resizable windows with sensible defaults
• Full menu bar integration
• All keyboard shortcuts work as expected
Developer Tools
• Built-in debug console to monitor connections
• Real-time logging for troubleshooting
• Detailed error messages and suggestions
• Export logs for debugging
Security & Privacy
• Your connections stay secure with HTTPS
• Optional support for self-signed certificates
• No tracking, no analytics, no data collection
• All settings stored locally on your device
Perfect for:
• Remote development on the go
• Code review from your phone
• Quick fixes from your iPad
• Full development sessions on Mac
• Working with self-hosted VS Code servers
• Accessing code-server instances
• GitHub Codespaces with custom domains
Limitations:
CodeMan uses WebKit for rendering. Most VS Code features and popular extensions work perfectly. Some extensions requiring advanced browser-specific features (like SharedArrayBuffer) may have limited functionality. Core editing, IntelliSense, terminal, Git, and most popular extensions work without issues.
Codeman - VSCode is hands down the best app for using VSCode Server on your iPad or iPhone without a physical keyboard. I've tried many other apps in this niche, but most of them are just simple wrappers for using the regular interface through Safari. Codeman takes it a step further by offering a dedicated virtual keyboard that enables features like cut and paste. Without this, editing on the go is a hassle and not very practical. The developer is incredibly responsive to user feedback and improvements. I can't emphasize enough how exceptional this app is and how it has revolutionized my workflow when working on the go. If I could rate it a perfect 10 stars, I would.
A must-have if you use VSCode Server.
Steve.JB
Codeman - VSCode Server on your iPad or iPhone without a physical keyboard? Codeman is the way to go. It's hands down the best app for this niche. I've tried many other apps, but most are just wrappers for using the regular interface through Safari. Codeman takes it a step further by offering a dedicated virtual keyboard that enables features like cut and paste. Without this, editing on the go is a hassle and not very practical. The developer is incredibly responsive to user feedback and improvements. I can't emphasize enough how exceptional this app is and how it has revolutionized my workflow when working on the go.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid app, genuinely surprised
Schmidjon
Picked this up after getting frustrated with a couple of the other options on the App Store. Not much to say except it just works. Connecting to servers is straightforward and your code stays on your server. No weird quirks, no mystery crashes.Works on any iPad , which I appreciated since I’m on an older Air. Interface is clean and stays out of the way.If you do any real coding on iPad, it’s worth the download. I’ve tried a few of the alternatives and keep coming back to this one.
Bug fixes and improvements
Version 1.2.4
The developer, Michael Frey, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
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Information
Seller
Michael Frey
Size
1.8 MB
Category
Developer Tools
Compatibility
Requires iOS 18.6 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 18.6 or later.
iPad Requires iPadOS 18.6 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 15.6 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
