Comparison

Forethumb vs SplitTabBrowser

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

Head to head
About

Forethumb

This keyboard app allows users to input text on their iOS devices using Morse code. It offers single-key or paddle input methods, with options for sound feedback and customizable gap lengths. It supports alphabets, numbers, some symbols, and Japanese characters.

Highlights
  • Morse code input (single key or paddle)
  • Sound feedback on input
  • Swipe gestures for delete/space
  • Customizable gap length
  • Supports alphabets, numbers, symbols, Japanese
Features
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Forethumb enables you to input characters on your iOS device with morse code. You can type sentences blindfold, if you memorized morse code for forethumb. [Function] - Character input is possible by single key type or paddle type Morse input. - The sound is played when you input the morse code. - In the case of the single key type, swiping the key to the left will "delete" and swiping to the right will "enter space". - You can change the default gap length. [Functional Limitations] - The characters that you can enter are alphabets, numbers, some symbols, and Japanese. [Attention] - You have to do the additional procedure of Forethumb to use it (Settings -> General -> Keyboard). - Then, you also have to turn on the "Full Access" for Forethumb. * Please don’t worry; The developer does not collect your data at all. [Support] - Please do not hesitate to contact the developer for any defect reports or questions/requests. - The developer will consider any requests about additional function. - The developer may end support for older iOS without notice.

About

SplitTabBrowser

This app allows you to view two tabs simultaneously with adjustable screen ratios and supports split-screen multitasking. It offers quick access to specified URLs via gestures and a customizable float button for various actions.

Highlights
  • Split screen display
  • Adjustable screen ratio
  • Quick access to URLs
  • Gesture controls
  • Customizable float button
  • Full-screen mode
Features
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Multifunctional tab browser. It can be customized to your favorite settings. -Split screen Two tabs can be displayed at the same time. The ratio can also be changed. Since SplitView is also supported, more tabs can be displayed at the same time on iPadOS. -Full Screen Full screen display is possible. When in full-screen mode, the home bar is hidden when not in use. -Quick Access Access specified URLs with a single gesture. You can also refresh the specified URL with a gesture. -Gesture Multiple gestures such as triple-tap and L-shape can be used. Various actions such as screen split, full screen, reload, etc. can be set. -Float Button You can display a button to which you can assign the same functions as the above gestures. Each function can be assigned to a tap and a long press. You can hide the button when it is not needed.

Screenshots

Forethumb4 screens
SplitTabBrowser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Forethumb at 64% against SplitTabBrowser's 0%. Forethumb also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.7) and ads (none vs shown). SplitTabBrowser's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99) and iOS requirement (14.5 vs 16.4). On ratings volume, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

SplitTabBrowser is free to download; Forethumb costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Forethumb holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Forethumb's written reviews are positive against 0% of SplitTabBrowser's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Forethumb ships an update every 2 weeks, SplitTabBrowser every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and June 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Forethumb versus SplitTabBrowser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterForethumbSplitTabBrowser
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (8 ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews64.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings8 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.414.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB115 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTakuto NakamuraTakashi Hidano

Customer experience

Forethumb

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive64.3%
Neutral7.1%
Negative28.6%

SplitTabBrowser

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Forethumb

No in-app purchases

None

SplitTabBrowser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Forethumb free?
Forethumb costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is SplitTabBrowser free?
SplitTabBrowser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Forethumb or SplitTabBrowser?
Forethumb is rated higher. Forethumb averages 4.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while SplitTabBrowser averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Forethumb or SplitTabBrowser have ads?
SplitTabBrowser shows ads; Forethumb does not.
Which is updated more often, Forethumb or SplitTabBrowser?
Forethumb ships an update every 2 weeks, and SplitTabBrowser every 9 days. Most recently, Forethumb was updated on September 17, 2026 and SplitTabBrowser on June 6, 2026.

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