# Type vs Spanly
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
# Type
A fast and simple Markdown editor with an easy-to-use interface. It offers features like instant preview, auto-saving, and direct posting to platforms like Qiita and GitHub. Sync your Markdown files across multiple devices with a subscription.
- Easy Markdown preview
- Auto-saving of files
- Direct posting to Qiita/GitHub
- Spotlight search integration
- Cross-device synchronization
- Import Markdown via extensions
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A simple, fast editor for writing in Markdown. From quick notes to meeting minutes, technical articles, and blog drafts. A screen that keeps you focused on writing, and a preview that is one swipe away. WRITE - Tap the toolbar above the keyboard to insert headings, lists, code, and other Markdown syntax - Swipe to preview what you wrote - Auto-saves when you close the editor or the app - Search your text from Spotlight - Import Markdown files from other apps such as iCloud Drive SHARE - Send your Markdown straight from the share sheet - Post to Qiita, GitHub Issues, or Gist TURN IT INTO SLIDES - Split by headings to turn Markdown into slides - Pick a theme, present, and export as PDF TYPE PREMIUM - Sync your Markdown across all your devices - Remove the watermark from slides and exported PDFs - All premium features added in the future If your subscription ends, syncing stops after a 3-day grace period. Your Markdown stays on your device, and everything is restored when you subscribe again. About Type Premium - $3.99 / month or $39.99 / year (first 2 weeks free) - Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase - The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period - You can manage or turn off auto-renewal in your account settings after purchase - If a free trial is offered, any unused portion is forfeited when you purchase a subscription Terms of use: https://type-markdown.app/terms.html Privacy policy: https://type-markdown.app/privacy.html
Spanly
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Spanly turns the time that matters into a clear visual gauge. Exams, birthdays, anniversaries, project deadlines—see what’s left with numbers and progress bars, and change how you spend each day. KEY FEATURES • Countdown and progress gauges for every goal • Display units: seconds, minutes, hours, days, weeks, months, or years • To-Do lists with subtasks, linked checkmarks, and quantity progress • Calendar view for scheduled tasks • Home Screen widgets so you can check progress without opening the app • Dark mode and multi-language support PREMIUM Enjoy full access for the first 30 days. After that, unlock widgets, To-Dos, calendar, and an ad-free experience with a one-time Premium purchase. Keep your focus on what matters next—with Spanly.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: # Type at none against Spanly's shown. Spanly's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. # Type sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Spanly sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
# Type ships an update every 3 weeks, Spanly every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | # Type | Spanly |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (11 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 58 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | fromKK | Rina Hayashi |
In-app purchases
# Type
- Synchronize1 Month trial$2.991 Month
- Slide upgrade(Monthly)$3.991 Month
- Slide upgrade(Annual)$39.991 Year
- Developer Support$0.99
Spanly
- Spanly Premium$4.99









