Comparison

TX Control vs Text Expander

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

TX Control

Features
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Remote monitoring for connected networks, distributed on multiple locations. Scalable platform, able to control multibrand transmitters. - alarm list history search, - mapping transmitters through GPS coordinates, - telemetry status, - remote control list, - alarm notifications. Manual or in "real time" update of the parameters by automatic periodic queries to the entire transmitters network.

About

Text Expander

Create custom shortcuts for frequently used text and images to insert them instantly with a dedicated keyboard. Automate dates, times, and clipboard content for dynamic messages. Save time and reduce repetitive typing.

Highlights
  • Custom text and image shortcuts
  • Magic Variables for dates, times, clipboard
  • Custom keyboard access
  • Share reply collections
  • Typing speed test and time saved statistics
  • Group assignment and quick filters
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Boost Your Typing Speed with Custom Shortcuts Tired of typing the same phrases over and over? Create short aliases for frequently used text and insert them instantly with a custom keyboard. Whether it’s emails, addresses, or responses, save time and type effortlessly. Features: • Create and manage custom text and images shortcuts • Magic Variables automatically insert dates, times, clipboard content, and random variations - turning static templates into dynamic, personalized messages that save hours of repetitive typing. • Access them quickly with a custom keyboard • Share your replies collection with colleagues and friends • Type faster and reduce repetitive typing • Assign one of 4 groups and use quick filters while typing • Test your typing speed and track statistic of saved time Simplify your workflow and boost productivity — download now! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TX Control3 screens
Text Expander3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TX Control at none against Text Expander's 4. TX Control also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Text Expander's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Text Expander sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. TX Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TX Control ships an update every 5 months, Text Expander every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TX Control versus Text Expander: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTX ControlText Expander
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (25 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—88.9% of reviews
Number of ratings—25 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer22HBGNikolai Rodionov

In-app purchases

None

TX Control

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Text Expander

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$3.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is TX Control free?
TX Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Text Expander free?
Text Expander is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TX Control or Text Expander have ads?
Neither TX Control nor Text Expander shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TX Control or Text Expander?
TX Control ships an update every 5 months, and Text Expander every 3 weeks. Most recently, TX Control was updated on September 28, 2026 and Text Expander on September 21, 2026.

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