# Colemak — Colemak Layout for iOS & iPad

> Efficient and intuitive keyboard app with alternative typing layouts for mobile. (iPhone/iPad app by FarFetched.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colemak/id6480046477 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [FarFetched](https://appshunter.io/developer/1737990864)
- Category: Utilities, Developer Tools
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.10/5 from 18 App Store ratings · 30 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-03-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colemak/id6480046477/reviews.md

## What is Colemak?

Colemak Keyboard is an efficient and intuitive keyboard application designed specifically for mobile devices.

It offers you an alternative typing experience with the Colemak keyboard layout, which has been created to be faster and more comfortable than traditional QWERTY keyboards.

With its sleek design and user-friendly interface, Colemak makes it easy to type quickly and accurately on the go. Whether you're a student, professional or casual typist, Colemak is the perfect keyboard app for anyone looking to improve their typing speed and comfort.

After installation, you’ll be able to select any of the 5 different Colemak layouts (Default, OG, Colemak-DH, Tabbed, and Tarmak) right from Settings!

Colemak is Open Source Software, if you want to make it better feel free to submit an Issue or PR at github.com/colemak-ios/colemak.

## Key features

- Alternative Colemak keyboard layout
- Faster and more comfortable typing
- Sleek design and user-friendly interface
- Multiple layout variations (Default, OG, Colemak-DH, Tabbed, Tarmak)
- Open Source Software

## Recent user reviews (10 of 30)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colemak/id6480046477/reviews.md

### 5/5 — MacOS는 공식적으로 Colemak을 지원하지만..

*2026-08-17*

아직, iOS는 콜맥 자판 배열을 지원하지 않아서 이 App을 설치했는데, 설정은 잘 되지만, 정작 키보드를 사용할 때는 열리지 않고 바로 QWERTY자판으로 넘겨져 버립니다..ㅜㅜ 예외적으로, 이곳 App Store Review에서만 콜맥 자판을 쓸 수 있네요…

### 1/5 — Broken - Does Not Work

*2026-07-29*

When switching to this keyboard in any app except for the AppStore, the Colemak keyboard does not open - there’s a momentary glitch in the keyboard, but it remains as the standard QWERTY layout.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t seem to work

*2026-07-19*

How strange, only works when typing this review, and half of the symbols doesn’t show. Also doesn’t suggest next word. ios26 on iPhone 17.

### 5/5 — 콜맥사용자가 적어서인지 애플은 지원하지 않습니다

*2026-07-15*

헌데 이 앱을 설치해도 QWERTY 자판이 나옵니다
썩을 애플 
썩을 iOS

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2026-06-21*

Doesnt work across most apps. Try to select it, and it simply reverts immediately back to the original qwerty

### 5/5 — Colemak-DHk

*2026-04-11*

Where is Colemak-DHk?

### 4/5 — nice

*2026-04-10*

is there any chance to use this on my external keyboard (magic keyboard) there is just the normal colemak in the settings without dh?

### 1/5 — The keyboard doesn't show up

*2026-04-08*

While I was initially excited to use this keyboard, this quickly became disappointment due to it not working at all. I add/activate the keyboard through the settings app, actively choose it when typing, and it just doesn't show up at all. My devices keep switching to the default Apple keyboard. I tried removing all other keyboard and leaving the Colemak keyboard as the only available option. And when I try to type something, there's a delay on showing the keyboard, and the default Apple keyboard shows up again. I activate all 5 keyboard options and none of them actually appear for me to type with. It's always the default Apple keyboard. It doesn't work with either my phone or tablet. Same problem on both devices. I tried downloading other 3rd party keyboards to see if my devices were the problem, but Gboard, Swiftkey, Typewise and Esperanta Klavaro all worked perfectly. In fact I could even use the Colemak layout in Gboard keyboard without issue. I don't know what the issue is, but I sincerely hope it's fixed. I really was looking forward to using this since the Colemak layout isn't currently available in my iPhone or iPad (at least it's not an option for English US). Instead I'd have to use bloated app like Gboard or Swiftkey to use a Colemak keyboard.

### 4/5 — 5 Stars if...

*2025-11-02*

... emoji button
... auto suggestion as iOS keyboards do

### 5/5 — Flawed but glad its an option

*2025-10-21*

Could use updating and continued improvments. But im just happy to have the option.

## Frequently asked questions about Colemak

### What is the Colemak keyboard layout?

The Colemak keyboard layout is an alternative to QWERTY, designed to be faster and more comfortable for typing by optimizing key placement. It aims to reduce finger travel and strain.

### How many Colemak layouts are available?

Colemak offers 5 different layout variations: Default, OG, Colemak-DH, Tabbed, and Tarmak. These can be selected directly from your device's Settings.

### Is Colemak free to use?

Yes, Colemak is a free application. It is also Open Source Software, allowing users to contribute to its development.

### What devices does Colemak support?

Colemak is designed for iOS and iPad devices, including iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is compatible with the latest version, 5.

### How often is Colemak updated?

The latest version of Colemak was released on February 25, 2025, indicating recent development activity. The app was initially released on March 31, 2024.

### What is the age rating for Colemak?

Colemak has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This rating suggests it contains no mature content.

### Can I contribute to Colemak's development?

Yes, Colemak is Open Source Software. You can submit issues or pull requests to improve the application on its GitHub repository at github.com/colemak-ios/colemak.

### What do users think of Colemak?

Colemak has a rating of 4.0 stars from 7 ratings. This suggests generally positive user sentiment, though the small number of reviews indicates limited user feedback.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5 — 2025-02-25

5 in V5: Enjoy 5 Colemak keyboard layouts to choose from!

### 4 — 2025-01-27

Chatting with the seals

### 3.0.0 — 2025-01-23

3 in V3 — Introducing 3 new Colemak layouts (Tabbed, OG and Colemak-DH) for you to enjoy this year!

### 2.0 — 2024-12-03

Big Update!

V2 comes with a complete rewrite & lots of bug fixes.

### 1.0 — 2024-03-31

No release notes.

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