XML Compare

Compare two XML snippets and highlight differences. Free browser-based XML Diff — no signup, runs locally.

Introduction

XML Compare is a free, browser-based utility in our Code Tools collection. Diff two XML snippets and spot what changed between versions. XML Compare highlights differences between two documents so you can review config changes, SOAP responses, or export files without eyeballing every tag. Format both sides first if indentation noise is getting in the way. Everything runs locally in your browser — inputs stay on your device, with no account or upload required. Highlights include side-by-side style comparison.

Features

Side-by-side style comparison
Highlights changed regions
Useful for config and API XML

How to use

1
Paste the original XML on one side.
2
Paste the updated XML on the other.
3
Scan highlighted differences.

Example

Changed value

Input

<a>1</a> vs <a>2</a>

Output

Difference on text node

Benefits

Run XML Diff entirely in the browser with no signup or installation.
Keep sensitive sample data private — processing never leaves your device.
Side-by-side style comparison
Highlights changed regions
Useful for config and API XML
Pair it with XML Format and JSON Diff when your workflow needs adjacent utilities.

FAQs

Comparisons are text-oriented - normalize formatting if attribute order creates noise.

Format both inputs first for a cleaner diff.

Locally in your browser.

Yes. XML Diff on EverydayDevTools is free, with no account, watermarks, or usage caps for normal interactive use.

No. XML Diff runs in your browser. Your input is processed locally and is not sent to EverydayDevTools servers.

Diff two XML snippets and spot what changed between versions. It fits everyday code tools tasks when you want a fast local utility instead of installing a CLI or opening a heavy IDE feature.

Core capabilities include: Side-by-side style comparison; Highlights changed regions; Useful for config and API XML.

Developers often pair XML Diff with XML Format, JSON Diff. Open Related tools on this page for quick links.