# Forms vs Templates for MS Word

The clearest difference is rating: Templates for MS Word at 4.6 against Forms's 3.5. Templates for MS Word also leads on ratings volume (33 vs 4) and device support (4 vs 2). Forms's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Forms sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.49 per month and Templates for MS Word sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Templates for MS Word holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Templates for MS Word has 33 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Forms ships an update fortnightly, Templates for MS Word every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Forms | Templates for MS Word |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forms/id1342564065/reviews) | **[4.6 (33 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/templates-for-ms-word-design/id1623332861/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **33** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 12 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [World Class Apps Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/647802837) | [Graphic Node](https://appshunter.io/developer/438911754) |

## What reviewers say

### Forms

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forms/id1342564065)

Create custom form templates and fill them out as many times as needed. The app saves time by ensuring all required information is captured and helps generate professional PDF documents. It works offline until you're ready to share your creations.

**Highlights:** Create custom form templates, Fill forms multiple times, Offline functionality, Generate professional PDF documents, Mandatory field indicators, Pre-built and customizable templates

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Forms (Monthly) | $5.49 | per month |


### Templates for MS Word

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/templates-for-ms-word-design/id1623332861)

Access over 5,000 professional templates for creating documents, invitations, posters, and more with Microsoft Word. Customize layouts with your own text and images for a personalized touch. Regular monthly updates ensure a fresh selection of designs.

**Highlights:** Over 5,000 professional templates, Monthly template updates, Customizable layouts, Supports A4 and US Letter sizes, Easy recoloring and object manipulation, Add/remove text boxes and change fonts, Replace stock images with personal photos

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| 6 Months Subcscription | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| One Year Subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| Templates for MS Word | $64.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Forms free?

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

### Is Templates for MS Word free?

Templates for MS Word is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Forms or Templates for MS Word?

Templates for MS Word is rated higher. Forms averages 3.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Templates for MS Word averages 4.6 from 33 ratings.

### Do Forms or Templates for MS Word have ads?

Neither Forms nor Templates for MS Word shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Forms or Templates for MS Word?

Forms ships an update fortnightly, and Templates for MS Word every 4 months. Most recently, Forms was updated on September 18, 2026 and Templates for MS Word on September 3, 2026.

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