Comparison

SnapType Pro vs Flexspeak AAC (VPP)

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

Head to head
About

SnapType Pro

This app provides a way to complete worksheets and assignments digitally. It allows users to type directly onto any document, making it a convenient tool for students and educators.

Highlights
  • Type directly onto documents
  • Complete worksheets digitally
  • Digital assignment completion
  • Bug fixes and updates
Features
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After more than 8 years, SnapType Pro is being phased out. We'll continue to support the app with bug fixes and updates (which is why it remains in the App Store). New Features will only be available in SnapType Pro 2. Thanks for your support in SnapType over the years and your trust for the years to come!

About

Flexspeak AAC (VPP)

This app provides augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) for individuals who have difficulty speaking. It offers multilingual support, AI-powered message prediction, and extensive customization options to facilitate clear and efficient communication.

Highlights
  • Multilingual support (Spanish, Vietnamese, Nepali, Mandarin)
  • AI-powered message prediction
  • Customizable vocabulary
  • Remote editing and group sharing
  • Extensive image library
  • Seamless auto-sync across devices
Features
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Experience communication with Flexspeak – the cutting-edge augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) app for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. COMMUNICATE YOUR WAY - Access multiple languages including Spanish, Vietnamese, Nepali, and Mandarin - Use intuitive AI prediction and quick customization features - Select words to create messages and add custom vocabulary with ease POWERFUL FEATURES - Multilingual Support: Switch between languages effortlessly - Remote Editing & Group Sharing: Quickly share folders - AI Prediction: Transform partial phrases into complete sentences with AI - Easy Customization: Personalize your vocabulary to fit your needs - Seamless Auto-Sync: Access your settings across all devices - Extensive Image Library: Express yourself with symbols and photos - In-App Translations: Translate buttons to other languages with one tap DESIGNED FOR DIVERSE NEEDS - Designed for individuals with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and non-speaking individuals - User-friendly interface makes communication efficient and accessible Join the growing Flexspeak community and explore new possibilities for self-advocacy, expression, and connection.

Screenshots

SnapType Pro4 screens
Flexspeak AAC (VPP)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Flexspeak AAC (VPP) at $199.99 against SnapType Pro's $399.99. Flexspeak AAC (VPP) also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks). SnapType Pro's advantage is ratings volume (499 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases, 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

SnapType Pro costs $399.99 and Flexspeak AAC (VPP) $199.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Flexspeak AAC (VPP) holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SnapType Pro has 499 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SnapType Pro ships an update every 4 weeks, Flexspeak AAC (VPP) weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SnapType Pro versus Flexspeak AAC (VPP): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSnapType ProFlexspeak AAC (VPP)
Price$399.99$199.99 — better
Rating4.7 (499 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings499 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB245 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSNAPTYPE, LLCFlexspeak

Customer experience

SnapType Pro

All ratings499 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral5.4%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral2.8%
Negative30.6%

Flexspeak AAC (VPP)

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

Bugs and requests

SnapType Pro

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • App crashes on startup or when opening files
  • Camera rotation moves in opposite direction when device moves
  • Files deleted or content erased without user action
  • App closes when clicking on images to edit
  • Incompatibility with iOS 10 and iOS 12
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  • Syncing issues between iPhone and iPad
  • App requires device restart to function
  • Unsaved work lost when app is closed
  • Image appears very dim or black after saving

Requested features

6 requests
  • Alphabetical document ordering or custom sorting
  • Pre-set lined paper templates
  • Automatic image cropping like bank check deposit tools
  • Improved camera functionality matching standard iOS camera
  • Ability to select specific files for export
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  • Better image brightness/contrast after capture

Flexspeak AAC (VPP)

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SnapType Pro

No in-app purchases

None

Flexspeak AAC (VPP)

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SnapType Pro free?
SnapType Pro costs $399.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Flexspeak AAC (VPP) free?
Flexspeak AAC (VPP) costs $199.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SnapType Pro or Flexspeak AAC (VPP)?
Flexspeak AAC (VPP) is rated higher. SnapType Pro averages 4.7 out of 5 from 499 ratings, while Flexspeak AAC (VPP) averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do SnapType Pro or Flexspeak AAC (VPP) have ads?
Neither SnapType Pro nor Flexspeak AAC (VPP) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SnapType Pro or Flexspeak AAC (VPP)?
SnapType Pro ships an update every 4 weeks, and Flexspeak AAC (VPP) weekly. Most recently, SnapType Pro was updated on October 21, 2026 and Flexspeak AAC (VPP) on October 7, 2026.

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