Comparison

Forethumb いろは vs Magic Security

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

Head to head
About

Forethumb いろは

This app enables Japanese Morse code input on your iOS device. Once you memorize the codes, you can type even with your eyes closed. It supports single-key or paddle input with audible feedback and customizable spacing.

Highlights
  • Japanese Morse code input
  • Single-key or paddle input
  • Audible Morse feedback
  • Customizable space intervals
  • Swipe gestures for delete/space
Features
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「Forethumb いろは」はあなたのiOSデバイス上で和文モールス符号による文字入力を可能とします。 モールス符号を暗記させしてしまえば、目隠しをしても文字を入力することができます。 【機能】 ・単鍵式またはパドル式のモールス入力により文字入力が可能です。 ・モールスの入力時に音が鳴ります。 ・単鍵式の場合、キーを左にスワイプすると「削除」、右にスワイプすると「空白の入力」ができます。 ・空白(各点の間隔)の基本長を変更することが可能です。 【注意点】 ご利用にはキーボードの追加設定が必要です(設定 -> 一般 -> キーボード)。 また、音を鳴らすためには「フルアクセスの許可」をオンにする必要があります。 ※「フルアクセスの許可」によるデータ収集は一切行いませんのでご安心ください。 【サポート】 ・不具合報告やご質問・ご要望はお気軽にご連絡ください。 ・機能追加に関しましても対応を検討させていただきます。 ・開発者は予告なく古いiOSへのサポートを終了することがあります。

About

Magic Security

Features
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Keep your phone safe, private, and under control. With Magic Security, you get an all-in-one solution that combines ad blocking, private browsing, secret notes, alarms, and full protection for your online life. Forget about distractions, trackers, or unwanted access to your personal data. Magic Security is designed to give you freedom online and privacy offline - all in one easy-to-use app. Key Features: Web Protection - Block Ads - remove banners and pop-ups - Block Tracking - stop websites from following you - Block Scripts - disable unnecessary website code - Block Adult Sites - filter out 18+ content - Block Gambling Sites - block betting platforms - Block Custom Fonts - make browsing faster - Block Social Buttons - hide share & like widgets Secure Browser - Private Browsing Mode - surf with no history or cookies - Password Lock - protect browser access with PIN/Password - Quick Erase - clear all tabs and history instantly - Whitelist - allow trusted sites - Blacklist - block unwanted sites - Auto HTTPS - always connect securely - Tabs Protection - keep your sessions safe Secret Notes - Password Lock - protect your notes with PIN/Password - Encrypted Storage - keep your data safe - Quick Add - create notes in one tap - Local Storage - nothing is uploaded online - Easy-to-use - clear and convenient interface Alarms - Movement Alarm - protect your phone against unauthorized handling. The alarm is instantly triggered if your device is moved. - Power Alarm - stay in control even when charging. The alarm activates if someone unplugs your charger or power bank. - Headphones Alarm - keep your music private. The alarm will sound if your headphones are disconnected without permission. - Volume Trigger - goes off if volume changes - Lock Mode - screen stays locked during alarm Why Magic Security? It’s a light yet powerful app designed to protect your digital life, combining privacy tools, ad-blocking, and secure storage - all in one place. Subscription Information: Subscriptions can be managed by the user and auto-renewal can be turned off by going to the Account Settings: - Open the Settings app. - Tap your name. - Tap Subscriptions. - Tap the subscription that you want to manage. Subscription Details: - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Privacy Policy: https://paema.dev/policy.html Terms of Use: https://paema.dev/terms.html

Screenshots

Forethumb いろは4 screens
Magic Security4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Magic Security at Free against Forethumb いろは's $0.99. Magic Security also leads on update cadence (every 4 months vs every 31 months). Forethumb いろは's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

Magic Security is free to download; Forethumb いろは costs $0.99 up front. Magic Security sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Forethumb いろは asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Forethumb いろは ships an update every 31 months, Magic Security every 4 months. Both last shipped on September 17, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level
Forethumb いろは versus Magic Security: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterForethumb いろはMagic Security
Price$0.99Free — better
Positive reviews58.3% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 31 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB24 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTakuto NakamuraPAEMA LIMITED

In-app purchases

None

Forethumb いろは

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Magic Security

Subscriptions2
  • Magic Security Premium Week3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Magic Security Premium Year$44.991 Year

Questions

Is Forethumb いろは free?
Forethumb いろは costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Magic Security free?
Magic Security is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Forethumb いろは or Magic Security have ads?
Magic Security shows ads; Forethumb いろは does not.
Which is updated more often, Forethumb いろは or Magic Security?
Forethumb いろは ships an update every 31 months, and Magic Security every 4 months. Most recently, Forethumb いろは was updated on September 17, 2026 and Magic Security on September 17, 2026.

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