# SnapType vs Jamf Teacher

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SnapType at 64% against Jamf Teacher's 13%. SnapType also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (366 vs 4). Jamf Teacher's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, update cadence, 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. Jamf Teacher asks for nothing beyond the download.

SnapType holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SnapType has 366 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of SnapType's written reviews are positive against 13% of Jamf Teacher's.

SnapType ships an update every 4 weeks, Jamf Teacher every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SnapType | Jamf Teacher |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (366 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snaptype/id1124115982/reviews)** | [2.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jamf-teacher/id1458800229/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **366** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **64.3% of reviews** | 12.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 23 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SNAPTYPE, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1124115980) | [JAMF Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/290965542) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Jamf Teacher

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jamf-teacher/id1458800229)

This app empowers educators to manage student devices and learning environments. Teachers can set restrictions, control app and website access, and install applications directly. It also facilitates lesson planning, proctored exams, and remote class management.

**Highlights:** Apply device restrictions, Control allowed apps and websites, Install apps remotely, Plan lessons, Create proctored exams, Manage remote classes, Use attention screen with messages

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SnapType free?

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

### Is Jamf Teacher free?

Jamf Teacher is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SnapType or Jamf Teacher?

SnapType is rated higher. SnapType averages 4.5 out of 5 from 366 ratings, while Jamf Teacher averages 2.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do SnapType or Jamf Teacher have ads?

Neither SnapType nor Jamf Teacher shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SnapType or Jamf Teacher?

SnapType ships an update every 4 weeks, and Jamf Teacher every 2 weeks. Most recently, SnapType was updated on November 6, 2026 and Jamf Teacher on November 6, 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.*