Best apps like Colemak

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Updated September 2026

Colemak is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

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4.0😐(95 ratings)
Free
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An innovative, non-QWERTY keyboard designed for touchscreens based on scientific research. It features large keys with optimized letter placement for faster, more accurate typing. Learning games and customization options are included.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Significantly faster typing speed than QWERTY keyboards
  • 💡 Innovative one-handed keyboard design optimized for touchscreens
  • 👍 Large buttons reduce typing errors and improve accuracy
  • 🎮 All characters (letters, numbers, symbols) accessible on single screen
  • ⚙️ Highly customizable layout, colors, and keyboard size
  • 🎯 Efficient for programmers and multilingual users
  • 📚 Included games help users learn the keyboard quickly
  • 🔒 No data collection or privacy concerns (free version)
  • ♿ Excellent accessibility for one-handed typing

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Keyboard randomly resizes to full screen without user control
  • 🐛 Inconsistent swipe gesture recognition
  • ⚠️ Steep learning curve requires significant practice
  • ❌ Missing features compared to Android version
  • 🔧 Lacks word prediction and autocorrect functionality
  • 📱 Compatibility issues with certain iOS apps
  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes on recent iOS versions
  • 🚫 Keyboard fails to appear in some applications
  • ⚠️ Settings don't persist between app switches
  • 🐛 Keyboard display glitches (double instances, garbled text)
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KeyboardKit by Kankoda Sweden AB

Customizable Keyboard
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4.3(75 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Replace your device's default keyboard with a highly customizable alternative. Personalize typing with custom fonts, toolbars, emoji skin tones, and clipboards. Supports a vast array of languages and layout options for a truly unique typing experience.

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