Compare Two XML Files

Diff two XML documents line by line and see exactly what changed. Color-coded output shows added, removed and modified lines instantly.

Document A

Live

Ignore whitespace between tags

Context lines around changes

Document B

Diff

About Compare Two XML Files

Compare Two XML Files performs a line-based diff of two XML documents. It pretty-prints both sides first so whitespace-only differences are ignored, then highlights added, removed and context lines in color. The plain diff output can be copied or downloaded.

Features

Line-by-line diff with color highlighting

Auto pretty-printing of both documents

Added / removed / unchanged line markers

Works with any XML file size you can paste

Downloadable plain-text diff

How to Use

Paste document A into the left box.

Paste document B into the right box.

Click Compare — the diff appears instantly.

Copy the diff or download it as a .diff file.

Examples

The sample adds a third product and changes the stock of p2 — the diff shows the inserted block as added lines.

Benefits

Spot changes between config or data revisions fast

Ideal for regression checks on exported XML

No upload — compare sensitive data locally

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my XML sent to a server?

No. Everything runs locally in your browser. Your data is never uploaded, stored or logged.

Can I download the result?

Yes — use the Download button below the output area, or Print / Save PDF for a printable copy.

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