Comparison

SnapType vs IssieDocs

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

Head to head
About

SnapType

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
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SnapType helps students keep up with their peers in class even when their penmanship holds them back. Students can easily complete school worksheets with the help of an iPad or iPhone. With SnapType, students can take a picture of their worksheets, or import worksheets from anywhere on their device. They can then use their iOS device keyboard to add text to these documents and print, email, or share their creations. It is the perfect solution for kids, and even adults, who struggle with their handwriting. Just read a few of our amazing testimonials: "Dear Amberlynn, Thank you so much for creating this app. You have changed the way my 12 year old son with dyspraxia functions in school. He is more independent and I cannot thank you enough. Please continue to help kids like my son. You are changing lives. Thank you." "Thank you for this ! I am going to talk to my sons teachers about this -you are a blessing ! I can honestly tell you that I have spent many hours crying inside an Hurting watching my son struggle to write pages of sentences and spelling words and other homework - to the point that I have stopped him and honestly wrote for him left handed to make it look more like a neater version of his because I could not take it anymore ! Thank you" "I just wanted to personally thank you for creating it, as this is an app that I use nearly every day with my son to do his homework. You have created an app with a simple interface, but with an incredibly powerful impact. Thank you." "It is wonderful and something so simple yet so so so important for little guys like mine who cannot write BUT is learning to type and has so much to say and SHOW." "We trialed SnapType with an 8-year old who is receiving school-based occupational therapy due to visual motor and visual perceptual issues. The biggest complaint from teachers about handwriting for this student was related to illegible answers on worksheets. The student quickly learned to take images of the worksheets with her iPad, upload them to the device and type in her answers. In addition to making her writing legible and eliminating issues with visual perceptual skills, the child's interest in the task was greatly improved, as was her pride in her work." "Thank you so much Amberlynn. What a wonderful idea and gift to those kids that struggle with dysgraphia. I have converted many a workbook page for my son. This is WONDERFUL!" "Thank you, thank you, thank you. I'm a mother of twins. My son is autistic and my daughter has cerebral palsy. They are still only 2 and a half... but I'm sure they will both need and use this. The fact that you have also made it free and are paying for it out of pocket is just the sweetest thing ever. I read about this last night and cried tears of joy. You are amazing! And I'm going to be telling everyone who will listen about you, this story, and your app. Thank you again, I truly appreciate it!!”

About

IssieDocs

This app provides an accessible digital workspace for learners of all abilities to complete, organize, and share their assignments. It offers flexible input methods, customizable tools, and organizational features to reduce barriers in educational settings.

Highlights
  • Multiple import options (camera, gallery, email, PDF, blank page)
  • Customizable text input with adjustable sizes and colors
  • Pen tool for drawing, highlighting, and annotating
  • Enhance worksheets with photos, tables, audio, and more
  • Folder-based organization with icon + text interface
  • Adaptive orientation and user settings for accessibility
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IssieDocs is an accessible digital binder designed to help learners of various abilities complete, organize, and share their work with confidence. Built with inclusive design principles, IssieDocs reduces barriers for students who find handwriting, navigation, or traditional worksheet formats challenging. Whether annotating a PDF, filling out a photo of a handout, or creating a new page from scratch — IssieDocs supports meaningful participation in the classroom. Key Features: Flexible Input & Markup • Multiple Import Options: Add worksheets via camera, photo gallery, email, or PDF—or start from a blank page. • Customizable Text: Use the device keyboard with adjustable sizes and colors to match any worksheet. • Pen Tool: Draw, highlight, circle answers, and annotate using various colors and line widths. • Worksheet Enhancements: Add photos, tables, audio recordings, highlights, a ruler, and more to enhance editing Organization & Accessibility • Folder-Based Filing: Organize your work with subject‑based visual folders. • Icon + Text Interface: Designed to support users with reading or cognitive challenges. • Adaptive Orientation: Works seamlessly in portrait or landscape. • User Settings: Adjust interaction and display features to meet motor or cognitive needs. • Translated to three languages (English, Hebrew and Arabic). About Us IssieDocs was created through a collaboration between The Technology Center of Beit Issie Shapiro and SAP Labs Israel. As part of our mission to develop accessible and affordable digital tools, IssieDocs is offered completely free and is available across major mobile platforms — enabling students, educators, and therapists to work together more effectively. Your feedback matters. Use the in-app Feedback link to help us continue improving IssieDocs for our community. Learn more: Home – Beit Issie Shapiro Explore additional apps: Applications – Beit Issie Shapiro Visit our blog: Tech it Issie – Beit Issie Shapiro

Screenshots

SnapType4 screens
IssieDocs1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: IssieDocs at 5.0 against SnapType's 4.5. IssieDocs also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). SnapType's advantage is ratings volume (366 vs 1) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. SnapType sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $49.99 per year. IssieDocs asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

IssieDocs holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SnapType has 366 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SnapType ships an update every 4 weeks, IssieDocs every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SnapType versus IssieDocs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSnapTypeIssieDocs
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (366 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings366 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB45 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperSNAPTYPE, LLCBeit Issie Shapiro

Customer experience

SnapType

All ratings366 ratings
Positive86.3%
Neutral4.4%
Negative9.3%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive64.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative35.7%

IssieDocs

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

SnapType

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • 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
Show 5 more
  • Keeps crashing
  • Will not let me delete more than 3 documents
  • Bought pro and when I tap restore it crashes
  • Can not save
  • Having issues getting the desired document or pic of worksheet to open

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

IssieDocs

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SnapType

Subscriptions1
  • Everything Unlocked14 Days trial$49.991 Year
None

IssieDocs

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SnapType free?
SnapType is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is IssieDocs free?
IssieDocs is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SnapType or IssieDocs?
IssieDocs is rated higher. SnapType averages 4.5 out of 5 from 366 ratings, while IssieDocs averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do SnapType or IssieDocs have ads?
Neither SnapType nor IssieDocs shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SnapType or IssieDocs?
SnapType ships an update every 4 weeks, and IssieDocs every 2 months. Most recently, SnapType was updated on November 2, 2026 and IssieDocs on November 3, 2026.

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