Comparison

Iris vs Fontmaker

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

Head to head
About

Iris

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Taking the perfect photo has never been easier than with Iris - Pro Camera Control for iOS. Iris allows for quick, single-gesture adjustments to all camera settings, including exposure, ISO, Focus, Zoom, colour temperature and tint. Iris allows you to adjust all of these settings within a simple and beautiful user interface. If you've ever struggled to take photos at night or of small objects close to your phone, then this is the app for you! Iris also allows you to control all of these features from your Apple Watch. Simply open the companion Watch application, swipe to the setting you wish to adjust, and rotate the digital crown. It couldn’t be simpler. You can also take photos on your iPhone with the simple tap of a button on Apple Watch. Highlights - Make quick adjustments to all camera settings with a single swipe of the thumb. - Adjust each camera control using Apple Watch - perfect when using your iPhone with a tripod. - Instantly share your best photos with the world quickly without leaving the app. - Access all cameras on your device, including the telephoto lens on the iPhone 7 Plus. - Easily review and browse the photos you have taken with the in-app photo browser. - Reset the camera to completely automatic settings with the tap of a single button.

About

Fontmaker

Create custom fonts using your own handwriting and use them as a keyboard across various social media and messaging apps. Personalize your chats and messages with a unique touch.

Highlights
  • Create custom fonts with handwriting
  • Use as a keyboard in iMessage
  • Supports Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, Facebook
  • Personalize chats and messages
  • Unique font creation tool
Features
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Fontmaker is the first font maker keyboard app for iPhone to create your own font with handwriting and use it as a keyboard in iMessage, Instagram, Snapchat, Tiktok, Facebook and more to chat with your friends! Use your own handwriting to chat with your friends to make it feel personal and intimate. -- Fontmaker+ Subscription: • Terms and Conditions: https://www.appfontmaker.com/terms

Screenshots

Iris4 screens
Fontmaker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Iris at none against Fontmaker's 23. Iris also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Fontmaker's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 8 months) and chart position (#64 vs unranked). 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. Fontmaker sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Iris asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Iris ships an update every 8 months, Fontmaker monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Iris versus Fontmaker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIrisFontmaker
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (124K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—66.9% of reviews
Number of ratings—124K — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#64 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB103 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStephen AnthonySociaaal LLC

Bugs and requests

Iris

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Fontmaker

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Font creation process glitchy and inconsistent
  • Keyboard integration issues, unable to properly use custom font
  • App crashes or freezes during font creation

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow free usage of custom font without subscription
  • Implement font gallery to share and discover new fonts
  • Improve keyboard integration to seamlessly use custom font
  • Offer more affordable subscription options

In-app purchases

None

Iris

No in-app purchases

19 purchases

Fontmaker

Subscriptions19
  • Fontmaker+ Weekly3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Fontmaker+ Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Fontmaker + Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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  • Fontmaker+ Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Fontmaker+ Weekly 33 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Fontmaker+ Weekly 43 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Fontmaker+ Weekly3 Days trial2 variants$14.997 Days
  • Fontmaker+ Weekly2 variants$14.997 Days
  • Fontmaker+$14.997 Days
  • Fontmaker+ Weekly$18.997 Days
  • Fontmaker+ Weekly3 Days trial2 variants$18.997 Days
  • Fontmaker+ Weekly3 Days trial$24.997 Days
  • Fontmaker+ Annually3 Days trial$26.991 Year
  • Fontmaker+ Annually3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Fontmaker+ Annually3 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Fontmaker+ Annually3 Days trial$77.901 Year
  • Fontmaker+ Annually$87.991 Year
  • Fontmaker+ Annually3 Days trial2 variants$87.991 Year
  • Fontmaker+ Annually3 Days trial$89.991 Year

Questions

Is Iris free?
Iris is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Fontmaker free?
Fontmaker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Iris or Fontmaker have ads?
Neither Iris nor Fontmaker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Iris or Fontmaker?
Iris ships an update every 8 months, and Fontmaker monthly. Most recently, Iris was updated on September 17, 2026 and Fontmaker on September 27, 2026.

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