Comparison

Keyboard Macros PRO vs VimKey

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

Head to head
About

Keyboard Macros PRO

Automate text input by creating custom shortcuts for frequently used phrases and information. Quickly insert addresses, greetings, jokes, and more into any app with a single tap.

Highlights
  • Create custom text shortcuts
  • Insert text into any app
  • Sync shortcuts via iCloud
  • Organize shortcuts into categories
  • Pre-loaded examples and content
  • Drag and drop reordering
Features
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Keyboard Macros PRO is an easy-to-use yet very powerful keyboard macro app that lets you, with one tap, retype text and phrases that you use often. For example, when ordering items on the web, you can quickly enter your email address, name, address, etc., with just a single tap. The app comes with dozens of example macros to get your mind working on the many creative ways you can use the app. Here are just a few examples of who Keyboard Macros PRO is great for: • SALESPEOPLE who repeatedly email or text message with the same replies. • SINGLES using TINDER or other dating apps to quickly ask and reply to typical dating questions. No more typing the same thing over, and over, and over... • JUST FOR FUN with text messaging your favorite EMOJIS, EMOJI ART, ASCII ART and even loads of JOKES and KNOCK KNOCK JOKES that come pre-installed. • CUSTOMER SUPPORT reps to quickly respond with answers to common questions. • UBER/LYFT DRIVERS to quickly text riders with usual replies. • AIRBNB HOSTS to quickly email or text message guests with check-in instructions. • EVERYONE! You'll be surprised all the creative ways you'll find to use it. Check out these great features! • KEYBOARD EXTENSION: Insert large amounts of text into any app with one tap from keyboard. • ALL APPS: Works with iMessage, Email, Tinder, Kik, and virtually any app. • iCLOUD: Saves your text shortcuts to iCloud so they can be shared between devices. • CATEGORIES: Organize your shortcuts into unlimited Categories. • DRAG N DROP: Reorder Shortcuts and Categories by simply dragging and dropping them. • PRE-LOADED EXAMPLES: Comes pre-loaded with dozens of examples, including Emojis, Emoji Art, ASCII Art, Jokes, etc. Here are the example categories that come pre-loaded with the app: • Name (first, last, full, etc.) • Home (email, phone, address, etc.) • Work (email, phone, address, etc.) • Misc. (Soc. Security number, DL number, License Plate number, etc.) • Responses (on phone, in meeting, etc.) • Greetings (good morning, good night, etc.) • Passwords • Credit Cards • Emojis • Emoji Art • ASCII Art • Websites (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.) • Jokes • Knock, Knock Jokes • Quotes • Dating Responses • Dating Ice Breakers TO INSTALL THE KEYBOARD EXTENSION:   Run your device's Settings app, then go to General > Keyboard > Keyboards > Add a New Keyboard... > Macros PRO. NEED HELP? Run the app and tap the Help button for a tutorial video that shows you how to turn on the keyboard extension as well as adding and editing the macros. Also, feel free to contact us anytime at support@clipish.net

About

VimKey

Enhance your mobile editing experience with Vim-style navigation and dedicated arrow keys. This app offers precise cursor control for developers and power users on iOS devices, bringing desktop-level efficiency to your fingertips.

Highlights
  • Vim-style HJKL navigation
  • Dedicated directional arrow keys
  • Dual layout switching
  • Privacy-focused data handling
  • Haptic feedback and click sounds
Features
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【Master Your Cursor on iOS】 As a developer, I was frustrated with editing code and managing SSH sessions on my iPhone. The native "magnifying glass" cursor is slow, and my fingers often blocked the text I was trying to select. I built VimKey to scratch my own itch. It brings the precision of desktop editing to your mobile device. Key Features: * Vim-Style Navigation: Use the legendary HJKL (←↓↑→) keys to move the cursor. Keep your hands on the keyboard and fly through text. * Dedicated Arrow Keys: Includes a standard directional pad for precise control without blocking the screen. * Dual Layouts: Seamlessly switch between the navigation layout and a standard QWERTY keyboard (Unlock QWERTY for 30 minutes by watching a short ad, or unlock forever with a one-time purchase). * Privacy First: We respect your data. "Full Access" is requested ONLY to provide haptic feedback and click sounds. We strictly do NOT collect, store, or transmit your keystrokes. Important Note: * Due to browser limitations on iOS, special keys (Esc, Tab, Ctrl) and arrow keys do NOT work in browser-based WebSSH clients. For the best experience, please use a native Terminal app. Contact: I'm actively improving this app based on user feedback. Email: mozhenbear@zodic.dev

Screenshots

Keyboard Macros PRO4 screens
VimKey3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: VimKey at Free against Keyboard Macros PRO's $2.99. VimKey also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.4) and review sentiment (100% vs 63%). Keyboard Macros PRO's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (10 vs 3). On update cadence, ads 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

VimKey is free to download; Keyboard Macros PRO costs $2.99 up front. VimKey sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Keyboard Macros PRO asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VimKey holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Keyboard Macros PRO's written reviews are positive against 100% of VimKey's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Keyboard Macros PRO ships an update every 3 weeks, VimKey every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Keyboard Macros PRO versus VimKey: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKeyboard Macros PROVimKey
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating3.4 (10 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings10 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDating DNA, Inc.chuncheng su

Customer experience

Keyboard Macros PRO

All ratings10 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative37.5%

VimKey

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Keyboard Macros PRO

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

VimKey

One-time1
  • qwert Layout$2.99

Questions

Is Keyboard Macros PRO free?
Keyboard Macros PRO costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is VimKey free?
VimKey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Keyboard Macros PRO or VimKey?
VimKey is rated higher. Keyboard Macros PRO averages 3.4 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while VimKey averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Keyboard Macros PRO or VimKey have ads?
Neither Keyboard Macros PRO nor VimKey shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Keyboard Macros PRO or VimKey?
Keyboard Macros PRO ships an update every 3 weeks, and VimKey every 10 days. Most recently, Keyboard Macros PRO was updated on September 22, 2026 and VimKey on September 30, 2026.

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