# Reflector Student vs SnapType

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SnapType at 64% against Reflector Student's 21%. SnapType also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.3) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 6 months). Reflector Student's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SnapType sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $49.99 per year. Reflector Student asks for nothing beyond the download.

SnapType holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SnapType has 366 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of Reflector Student's written reviews are positive against 64% of SnapType's.

Reflector Student ships an update every 6 months, SnapType every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Reflector Student | SnapType |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.3 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reflector-student/id1002083080/reviews) | **[4.5 (366 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snaptype/id1124115982/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 15 | **366** |
| Positive reviews | 21.1% of reviews | **64.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 60 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Squirrels LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/587451075) | [SNAPTYPE, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1124115980) |

## What reviewers say

### Reflector Student

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reflector-student/id1002083080)

This app enables students to wirelessly mirror their iOS devices to a teacher's computer running specific software, even on restricted school networks. It provides a live view of all mirrored screens, making it easier for students to see shared content.

**Highlights:** Wireless screen mirroring for iOS devices, Connects to Reflector 4 desktop software, Works on restricted school networks, Live view of all mirrored screens, Easy connection via Bluetooth, QR codes, or auto-detection, Remembers previous connections

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works well with license
- 👍 Useful for educators
- 👍 Multi-platform functionality
- 👍 Easy to connect (sometimes)
- 👍 Effective for presentations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- 🐛 App crashes often
- 🐛 Not working with newer iOS
- 🐛 Confusing setup
- 🐛 Poor customer support

**Reported bugs**

- Connection fails repeatedly
- App crashes during connection attempts
- No PC name in screen mirroring list
- Connected devices not displayed
- Reflector Teacher app does not exist

**Requested features**

- Improve connection reliability
- Fix compatibility with newer iOS versions
- Provide clear instructions for Reflector Teacher app
- Offer better customer support
- Allow refunds for non-functional apps


### SnapType

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snaptype/id1124115982)

This app allows students to easily complete school worksheets by adding text to images of their assignments using their device's keyboard. It's a helpful tool for those who struggle with handwriting, enabling them to share their completed work via print, email, or other sharing options.

**Highlights:** Add text to worksheet images, Import worksheets from device, Use device keyboard for input, Print completed worksheets, Email completed worksheets, Share completed worksheets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Everything Unlocked | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for learning difficulties
- 👍 Helps with handwriting struggles
- 👍 Improves work quality
- 👍 Text-to-speech is helpful
- 👍 Fills an unmet need

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Location is inaccurate
- 🐛 Boxes don't move
- 🐛 Automatic blur problem
- 🐛 Voice is unnatural
- 🐛 New version is expensive

**Reported bugs**

- Location is never where you tap
- Boxes don’t move when you want it to
- Automatic blur problem
- Upgrade doesn't restore
- Crashes when trying to install on iPad

**Requested features**

- Fix automatic blur
- Add erasing function for Apple Pencil
- More space for documents (basic version)
- Ability to write on SnapType (free version)
- Enable text-to-speech for worksheet directions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Reflector Student free?

Reflector Student is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SnapType free?

SnapType is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Reflector Student or SnapType?

SnapType is rated higher. Reflector Student averages 1.3 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while SnapType averages 4.5 from 366 ratings.

### Do Reflector Student or SnapType have ads?

Neither Reflector Student nor SnapType shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Reflector Student or SnapType?

Reflector Student ships an update every 6 months, and SnapType every 4 weeks. Most recently, Reflector Student was updated on November 1, 2026 and SnapType on November 2, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*