# Writing Wizard vs Modern Handwriting Calligraphy

Writing Wizard and Modern Handwriting Calligraphy both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 74% of Writing Wizard's written reviews are positive against 31% of Modern Handwriting Calligraphy's. Writing Wizard also leads on ratings volume (5.2K vs 461). Modern Handwriting Calligraphy's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Writing Wizard sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and Modern Handwriting Calligraphy sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Writing Wizard against 4.3 for Modern Handwriting Calligraphy. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Writing Wizard has 5.2K ratings behind it against 461, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of Writing Wizard's written reviews are positive against 31% of Modern Handwriting Calligraphy's.

Writing Wizard ships an update every 4 months, Modern Handwriting Calligraphy every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Writing Wizard | Modern Handwriting Calligraphy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (5.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writing-wizard-learn-to-write/id1305242235/reviews)** | [4.3 (461 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modern-handwriting-calligraphy/id1620416791/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.2K** | 461 |
| Positive reviews | **73.7% of reviews** | 30.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 68 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pierre Abel](https://appshunter.io/developer/367460664) | [SPRINNET](https://appshunter.io/developer/747827913) |

## What reviewers say

### Writing Wizard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writing-wizard-learn-to-write/id1305242235)

This app helps children learn to trace letters, numbers, and words with a fun, motivating system. It offers customizable tracing practice, interactive games, and progress reports for parents and educators.

**Highlights:** Trace letters, numbers, and words, Customizable tracing practice, Interactive games and animated stickers, Create custom word lists with audio, Progress reports for tracking, Printable PDF worksheets

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access - Monthly | $2.49 | per month |
| All Letters and Numbers | $5.99 | one-time |
| Add Your Words and Word Lists | $5.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Full Access | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Engaging animations
- 💡 Customizable word lists
- 👍 Helpful for children with special needs
- 👍 Effective for improving handwriting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Locked features behind paywall
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Paid version not working as expected
- 💰 Expensive for the limited features

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to access locked features
- Purchased content not unlocking properly
- Inconsistent letter formation guidance

**Requested features**

- Add more letters, numbers, and shapes
- Allow recording of custom voice instructions
- Improve compatibility with stylus/digital pens
- Provide more customization options


### Modern Handwriting Calligraphy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modern-handwriting-calligraphy/id1620416791)

Develop pencil control and fine motor skills with interactive worksheets. Supports Apple Pencil, stylus, or even printing for traditional practice. Offers drawing, coloring, and tracing modes with new content added regularly.

**Highlights:** Interactive activity worksheets, Printable PDF export, Drawing, coloring, and tracing modes, Monthly new content, Finger, Apple Pencil, and stylus support

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Access | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $32.99 | per year |
| Annual Access | $34.99 | per year |
| One time payment | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app
- 👍 Good for tracing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Requires subscription for most content
- 💸 Most features are locked behind paywall
- 💸 Not worth the money
- 💸 High pricing
- 💸 Only one free worksheet

**Reported bugs**

- Pencil doesn't work

**Requested features**

- More spelling lessons
- Make more content


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Writing Wizard free?

Writing Wizard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Modern Handwriting Calligraphy free?

Modern Handwriting Calligraphy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Writing Wizard or Modern Handwriting Calligraphy?

Writing Wizard is rated higher. Writing Wizard averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5.2K ratings, while Modern Handwriting Calligraphy averages 4.3 from 461 ratings.

### Do Writing Wizard or Modern Handwriting Calligraphy have ads?

Neither Writing Wizard nor Modern Handwriting Calligraphy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Writing Wizard or Modern Handwriting Calligraphy?

Writing Wizard ships an update every 4 months, and Modern Handwriting Calligraphy every 2 months. Most recently, Writing Wizard was updated on November 6, 2026 and Modern Handwriting Calligraphy on November 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*