# SnapType vs Bookshare Reader

The clearest difference is rating: SnapType at 4.5 against Bookshare Reader's 3.3. SnapType also leads on review sentiment (64% vs 35%) and ratings volume (366 vs 67). Bookshare Reader'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. Bookshare Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

SnapType holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SnapType has 366 ratings behind it against 67, 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 35% of Bookshare Reader's.

SnapType ships an update every 4 weeks, Bookshare Reader every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and August 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SnapType | Bookshare Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (366 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snaptype/id1124115982/reviews)** | [3.3 (67 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshare-reader/id1605201737/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **366** | 67 |
| Positive reviews | **64.3% of reviews** | 34.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 23 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SNAPTYPE, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1124115980) | [Benetech](https://appshunter.io/developer/425585906) |

## 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


### Bookshare Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshare-reader/id1605201737)

Access a vast library of ebooks designed for individuals with reading barriers. Enjoy high-quality audio narration and customize your reading experience with adjustable fonts, colors, and speeds. Continue reading seamlessly from where you left off.

**Highlights:** Access millions of ebooks, High-quality audio narration, Customizable reading experience, Adjustable font size and colors, Follow along with highlighted text, Offline reading

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SnapType free?

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

### Is Bookshare Reader free?

Bookshare Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SnapType or Bookshare Reader?

SnapType is rated higher. SnapType averages 4.5 out of 5 from 366 ratings, while Bookshare Reader averages 3.3 from 67 ratings.

### Do SnapType or Bookshare Reader have ads?

Neither SnapType nor Bookshare Reader shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SnapType or Bookshare Reader?

SnapType ships an update every 4 weeks, and Bookshare Reader every 3 weeks. Most recently, SnapType was updated on September 18, 2026 and Bookshare Reader on August 13, 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.*