Upside Down Text vs FlashText
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Upside Down Text
Easily transform your typed text into an upside-down version. Copy and paste your unique creations into any application or use the share function to send them to other apps.
- Type text
- Convert to upside-down
- Copy converted text
- Share to other apps
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up side down text with this app you can impress your friends. Type some text and the app will turn it upside down. You can just copy the turned text in any app and paste it there. Or you can use the "share" function to transfer the text to any supporting app.
FlashText
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Welcome to FlashText! Version 2.0 is here! Want to send messages that really stand out? FlashText is your creative companion for transforming ordinary text into eye-catching animated displays! Whether you're sharing a fun message, making an announcement, or just want to add some flair to your words, we've got the perfect animations for you. Plus, as a bonus feature, you can use it to practice speed reading! What's It All About? FlashText 2.0 turns your messages into captivating visual experiences. Create emphasis, add style, or just have fun making your words dance across the screen. It's perfect for those moments when you want your message to make a lasting impression. How to Use 1. Enter Your Text - Type or paste your text into the input box - The preview window will give you an idea of how it'll look 2. Choose Your Style - Stretch (Default): Words expand dramatically for emphasis - Plain: Clean, simple text display - Swoosh: Words glide across the screen with style 3. Customize Your Experience - Pick from a collection of awesome fonts - Choose a background color, or let it randomize for extra pizzazz - Adjust the display speed to your liking 4. Hit Play! - The big blue play button in the middle is your gateway to animation - Your text will come to life in full-screen glory - Rotate the screen and the animation will adjust itself to match. - Tap anywhere to return to the main screen Pro Tips - Use emojis to add extra character to your messages - Try different fonts with different animations - some combinations are pure magic! - For speed reading practice, start slow and gradually increase the speed - Use the history feature to quickly access your previous text entries - On iPad, try landscape mode for an enhanced layout Features - 3 distinct animation styles - 11 fonts to choose from - Color customization - Speed control - Message history - Responsive design for both iPad and iPhone Quick Start 1. Open the app 2. Type in a quick message - "Hello World!" - or just use the sample message that's already there. 3. Hit the play button 4. Watch the magic happen! Now go ahead, give it a spin, and make your words dance!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: FlashText at every 5 months against Upside Down Text's every 14 months. FlashText also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.6). Upside Down Text's advantage is chart position (#100 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Upside Down Text costs $0.99 and FlashText $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Upside Down Text ships an update every 14 months, FlashText every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Upside Down Text | FlashText |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | $0.99 |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | Every 5 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #100 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Thallos | John McNamara |
In-app purchases
Upside Down Text
No in-app purchases
FlashText
No in-app purchases









