Why Developers Compare JSON Formatters
JSON is the lingua franca of web development. Every API, config file, and data exchange uses it. A good JSON formatter saves hours of debugging time.
Key Differences
The biggest difference is privacy. DevUtility's JSON Formatter processes everything in your browser using native JSON.parse() and JSON.stringify(). JSONLint sends your data to their server for validation.
Performance Comparison
DevUtility's tool is instantaneous — there's no network round-trip. JSONLint can feel sluggish on large payloads because it needs to send data to their server and wait for a response.
The Bottom Line
If you're formatting sensitive data (API keys, customer info, internal configs), DevUtility is the only safe choice. For casual use, both work fine — but why compromise on privacy when you don't have to?