# Etchr Mirror vs Font Maker

The clearest difference is rating: Font Maker at 4.4 against Etchr Mirror's 3.1. Font Maker also leads on ratings volume (8.1K vs 12) and review sentiment (20% vs 0%). Etchr Mirror's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Font Maker sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Etchr Mirror asks for nothing beyond the download.

Font Maker holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Font Maker has 8.1K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Etchr Mirror's written reviews are positive against 20% of Font Maker's.

Etchr Mirror ships an update every 2 months, Font Maker every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 26, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Etchr Mirror | Font Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/etchr-mirror/id1431621081/reviews) | **[4.4 (8.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/font-maker-cursive-keyboard/id1582959159/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **8.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **19.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 44 MB | 126 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Etchd Lab Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1440443562) | [Robin Media Apps, SOCIEDAD LIMITADA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1629461051) |

## What reviewers say

### Etchr Mirror

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/etchr-mirror/id1431621081)

This app synchronizes with a physical device to project digital images onto drawing or coloring surfaces. Users can upload pictures from their device or the internet, customize their style, and project them for tracing or replication. It offers a portable and accessible way for artists of all ages to practice their craft.

**Highlights:** Syncs with Etchr Mirror device, Uploads images from device or internet, Customizes image style, size, and brightness, Projects virtual images onto surfaces, Suitable for all ages and skill levels, Portable alternative to lightboxes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Font Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/font-maker-cursive-keyboard/id1582959159)

Design your own unique fonts by drawing characters with your finger or choose from a wide collection of pre-made styles. Personalize your keyboard with custom skins to make your messages and social media posts stand out. Express your individuality with endless creative possibilities.

**Highlights:** Create custom fonts by drawing, Browse ready-to-use font collection, Customize keyboard with new skins, Make messages and posts stand out, Express unique personality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Font Maker VIP | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscribtion w/ Trial | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscribtion w/o Trial | $9.99 | per month |
| premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscribtion w/ Trial | $19.99 | per year |
| Font Maker Yearly Subscribtion | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Ability to create custom fonts
- 👍 Easy to use font creation process
- ⭐ Some users find the app fun and enjoyable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription to fully utilize app
- 🚫 Cannot use self-created fonts outside of the app
- 📢 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable font creation/usage

**Reported bugs**

- Fonts not saving properly
- App freezes and crashes
- Issues with font rendering and usage

**Requested features**

- Allow free usage of self-created fonts
- Improve font export and integration with other apps
- Reduce ads and in-app purchases


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Etchr Mirror free?

Etchr Mirror is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Font Maker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Etchr Mirror or Font Maker?

Font Maker is rated higher. Etchr Mirror averages 3.1 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Font Maker averages 4.4 from 8.1K ratings.

### Do Etchr Mirror or Font Maker have ads?

Font Maker shows ads; Etchr Mirror does not.

### Which is updated more often, Etchr Mirror or Font Maker?

Etchr Mirror ships an update every 2 months, and Font Maker every 4 weeks. Most recently, Etchr Mirror was updated on July 26, 2026 and Font Maker on September 23, 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.*