Best apps like Colemak

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Updated October 2026

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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.

Top Alternatives to Colemak

#1

The Right Dvorak by Taylor Shaw

Editor's Choice

3.9(8 ratings)

Free

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This app provides a Dvorak keyboard layout optimized for right-handed users on iPads and iPhones. It offers an alternative typing experience to the standard QWERTY layout.

#2

MessagEase Keyboard by Exideas

Strong Contender

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)

#3

KeyboardKit by Kankoda Sweden AB

Customizable Keyboard

Worth Considering

4.4(77 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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xKeyboard - Custom Keyboard

xKeyboard - Custom Keyboard

xKeyboard - Custom Keyboard

Custom Layout & Key

Design your own keyboard with custom layouts, keys, symbols, and Unicode characters. This app allows you to create specialized keyboards for various needs, from mathematical equations to phonetic alphabets, and use them across different text editing applications.

Custom keyboard layoutsSymbol and Unicode integrationSpecialized keyboards (Math, IPA, Chemistry)

free with in-app purchases

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Shavian Keyboard

This keyboard app provides quick access to all 48 Shavian characters without requiring shifts. It includes an always-on number row that can be configured for Base 12 input.

All 48 Shavian characters accessibleNo shift key requiredAlways-on number row

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MyKeyboard - Custom Keyboard

MyKeyboard - Custom Keyboard

MyKeyboard - Custom Keyboard

GIF | Sticker | Emoji | Themes

This app allows extensive customization of your mobile keyboard. You can add or remove keys and rows, change key appearance and behavior, and assign custom actions to keys. Personalize your emoji row and access frequently used characters with ease.

Drag and drop keyboard customizationAdd/remove keys and rowsCustomizable key appearance and behavior

free with in-app purchases

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Mister Keyboard

Mister Keyboard

Mister Keyboard

The Customizable Keyboard

Create a personalized typing experience with custom keys, clipboard management, and smart typing features. Enhance productivity with snippets, translation, and AI-powered tools. Supports multiple languages, themes, and advanced scripting.

Customizable key layouts and actionsClipboard history and text snippetsSmart autocorrect and swipe typing

free with in-app purchases

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Retro Txt T9 Number Keyboard

Retro Txt T9 Number Keyboard

Retro Txt T9 Number Keyboard

Text like it's 1999

Experience the charm of old-school texting with a keyboard that mimics classic T9 input. Enjoy predictive text, customizable styles, and large buttons for a nostalgic and comfortable typing experience on your smartphone.

Nostalgia-packed T9 keyboardAdvanced T9 predictive textVariety of retro styles

free with in-app purchases

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Typewise Custom Keyboard

Typewise Custom Keyboard

Typewise Custom Keyboard

Private & Large Big Keys Type

This keyboard app is designed for smartphones, featuring a unique hexagonal layout for larger keys and fewer typos. It offers AI-powered editing tools, intuitive gestures, and robust privacy features, ensuring your typing data stays on your device.

Hexagonal layout for larger keysAI-powered text editing (translate, proofread, adjust tone)Intuitive swipe gestures for editing

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ProxMobo – Proxmox VE & PBS

ProxMobo – Proxmox VE & PBS

ProxMobo – Proxmox VE & PBS

Native Proxmox VE / PBS Client

Manage and monitor your Proxmox VE and Proxmox Backup Server from your iOS device. Control virtual machines and containers, view system resources, and access VNC and terminal for comprehensive management.

Manage VMs and containersMonitor system resourcesStart, stop, and reboot VMs/containers

free with in-app purchases

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