Comparison

Indic Keyboard vs JioHome

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

Head to head
About

Indic Keyboard

Type in English and automatically convert to your chosen Indian language with smart word suggestions. This keyboard works system-wide across all apps, offering a seamless typing experience for multiple Indian languages.

Highlights
  • Type in English, convert to Indian languages
  • Predictive text and smart suggestions
  • Supports 13 Indian languages
  • System-wide compatibility
  • Easy keyboard switching
  • Customizable keyboard themes
Features
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Indic Keyboard – Type in 21 Languages Type in English letters. Express yourself in your native script. Indic Keyboard makes typing in Indian languages as easy as texting in Manglish, Hinglish, or Tanglish. Simply type phonetically using standard English letters, and watch your words instantly convert into authentic native scripts. No complex layouts to memorize—just type how it sounds. SUPPORTED TRANSLITERATION MODES (21 LANGUAGES) Hindi (Hinglish): Type "Namaste" -> नमस्ते Malayalam (Manglish): Type "Namaskaram" -> നമസ്കാരം Tamil (Tanglish): Type "Vanakkam" -> வணக்கம் Telugu (Tenglish): Type "Namaskaram" -> నమస్కారం Kannada (Kanglish): Type "Namaskara" -> ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ Bengali (Bonglish / Banglish): Type "Nomoshkar" -> নমস্কার Marathi (Maranglish): Type "Namaskar" -> नमस्कार Gujarati (Gujlish): Type "Namaste" -> નમસ્તે Punjabi (Punglish): Type "Sat Sri Akal" -> ਸਤਿ ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਅਕਾਲ Urdu (Roman Urdu / Urdish): Type "Adaab" -> آداب Assamese (Asminglish), Odia (Odglish), Nepali (Neplish), Sinhala (Singlish), Konkani (Konkglish), Sanskrit (Sanglish), Kashmiri (Koshur English), Sindhi (Sindhglish), Maithili (Maithglish), Bodo (Bodoglish), and Manipuri (Meiteiglish). KEY FEATURES Smart Transliteration: Instant phonetic-to-script conversion powered by on-device machine learning. Offline Support: Works without internet Intelligent Word Predictions: Real-time next-word suggestions keep your typing fast and fluid. Universal App Support: Works seamlessly across WhatsApp, Instagram, iMessage, Gmail, Notes, and Safari. Native iOS Look and Feel: Familiar layout with fast one-tap globe switching. Custom Stickers and Fonts: Create custom photo stickers and style your messages with expressive fonts. Terms of use & Privacy Policy https://reeba256.github.io/privacypolicy/

About

JioHome

Control smart devices, manage your Wi-Fi network, and enhance your home automation experience. This app also offers parental controls for safer internet usage and functions as a soft remote for your set-top box and a gamepad for gaming.

Highlights
  • Soft remote for set-top box
  • Soft gamepad for gaming
  • Wi-Fi strength and coverage check
  • Smart home device control
  • Parental content restriction
  • Automate daily routines
Features
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JioHome: Redefining the Digital Living Experience Experience smarter entertainment, stronger connectivity, and effortless control, all in one place with the JioHome app. With the all-new TV tab and enhanced eRemote, discover content faster, control your Set-top Box, manage your home network, and enjoy a more connected digital lifestyle. From entertainment and gaming to PC access and Wi-Fi management, JioHome brings your entire connected home together in one powerful app. Key Features: STB Remote Control your Jio Set-top Box with a faster and smarter remote experience, now with content casting directly to your TV. TV Tab Discover movies, shows, live TV, and more in one place. Browse content easily and play instantly on your Set-top Box or stream on your phone. JioPC Access your JioPC seamlessly through the JioHome app on your Jio Set-top Box for a bigger-screen computing experience. JioGames Launch and play exciting games on your Jio Set-top Box through JioGames, right from the app. Wi-Fi Management Monitor connected devices, check network status, test internet speed, and add a JioExtender to improve coverage and connectivity. Parental Control Create a safer online experience for your family. Manage content access, set screen time limits, and monitor usage with ease. STB Remote and TV, Entertainment Simplified Browse the all-new TV tab, discover what to watch next, and play it instantly on your Set-top Box at home or stream it directly on your phone while on the move. The enhanced eRemote gives you quick access to channels, JioGames, JioPC, and complete control of your viewing experience from one screen. Network, Stay Connected View connected devices, check network status, test internet speed, and extend your Wi-Fi coverage with JioExtender for a stronger home network. Parental Control, Keep Family Time Safe Build a safer digital environment for your family. Control content access, manage screen time, and monitor online activity with simple and effective controls. Join lakhs of users already simplifying their digital life with the JioHome app. For any questions, reach out to JioFiberCare@jio.com

Screenshots

Indic Keyboard4 screens
JioHome4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JioHome at none against Indic Keyboard's 4. JioHome also leads on ads (none vs shown). Indic Keyboard's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (3.4K vs 51). On price, update cadence, 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

Both are free to download. Indic Keyboard sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. JioHome asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Indic Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Indic Keyboard has 3.4K ratings behind it against 51, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Indic Keyboard's written reviews are positive against 47% of JioHome's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Indic Keyboard ships an update monthly, JioHome every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Indic Keyboard versus JioHome: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIndic KeyboardJioHome
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (3.4K ratings) — better4.2 (51 ratings)
Positive reviews66.9% of reviews — better47.1% of reviews
Number of ratings3.4K — better51
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB344 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperReeba SebastianJIO PLATFORMS LIMITED

Customer experience

Indic Keyboard

All ratings3,356 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral3.6%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews166 reviews
Positive66.9%
Neutral9.0%
Negative24.1%

JioHome

All ratings51 ratings
Positive76.5%
Neutral13.7%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive47.1%
Neutral8.8%
Negative44.1%

Bugs and requests

Indic Keyboard

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Keyboard not working after iOS 14 update
  • Suggestions and auto-correct not functioning properly
  • Missing important characters like Bengali 'Danda'
  • Numeric characters not displayed in local language format

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add support for more Indic languages
  • Improve transliteration accuracy, especially for complex words
  • Implement offline mode and local language dictionaries
  • Add voice typing and dictation features
  • Provide better theme and UI customization options
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  • Improve integration with other apps like Telegram

JioHome

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Indic Keyboard

Subscriptions3
  • Flexi Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Midway Advantage$6.996 Months
  • Annual Power$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Membership$19.99
None

JioHome

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Indic Keyboard free?
Indic Keyboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is JioHome free?
JioHome is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Indic Keyboard or JioHome?
Indic Keyboard is rated higher. Indic Keyboard averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while JioHome averages 4.2 from 51 ratings.
Do Indic Keyboard or JioHome have ads?
Indic Keyboard shows ads; JioHome does not.
Which is updated more often, Indic Keyboard or JioHome?
Indic Keyboard ships an update monthly, and JioHome every 3 weeks. Most recently, Indic Keyboard was updated on October 20, 2026 and JioHome on October 22, 2026.

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