# Typewriter vs Scrolling Credits Maker

The clearest difference is monetization model: Typewriter at free with in-app purchases against Scrolling Credits Maker's subscription. Typewriter also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16). Scrolling Credits Maker's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Typewriter sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Scrolling Credits Maker sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Typewriter against 4.3 for Scrolling Credits Maker. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 168 and 820 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 52% of Typewriter's written reviews are positive against 62% of Scrolling Credits Maker's.

Typewriter ships an update every 2 months, Scrolling Credits Maker weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Typewriter | Scrolling Credits Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (168 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typewriter-typing-video-maker/id1455777996/reviews)** | [4.3 (820 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrolling-credits-maker/id1569457474/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 168 | **820** |
| Positive reviews | 51.5% of reviews | **61.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 19 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tien Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1254929985) | [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804) |

## What reviewers say

### Typewriter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typewriter-typing-video-maker/id1455777996)

Easily create engaging videos with a realistic typing effect. Input your text and let the app automatically generate a video with keyboard sound effects. Customize fonts, colors, speeds, and backgrounds for a professional look.

**Highlights:** Automatic typing effect video creation, Keyboard sound effects, Customizable text animation (speed, font, color, size), Adjustable text alignment and spacing, Video background customization, Export as video, GIF, or transparent GIF

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month | $5.99 | per month |
| 1 Year | $17.99 | per year |
| One-time purchase | $27.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Creates cool videos
- 👍 Good for intro videos
- 👍 Does what it says
- 👍 Awesome app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Won't download finished video/gif
- 🐛 Cannot share to gallery
- 🐛 Cannot create GIF
- 🐛 Menu titles hard to see
- 🐛 Paid subscription not applied

**Reported bugs**

- Won't download finished video/gif
- Cannot share to gallery
- Cannot create GIF
- Paid subscription not applied
- Deleted work

**Requested features**

- Change menu titles color
- Save settings option (font, speed, color)
- Additional fonts (e.g., Lucida Grande)
- Import own fonts
- Remove or upload videos as background


### Scrolling Credits Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrolling-credits-maker/id1569457474)

Easily create smooth, scrolling end credits for your film projects or social media videos. Customize with your own backgrounds and generate professional-looking video outputs.

**Highlights:** Generate scrolling credits, Use custom background images/videos, Smooth animation without jerking, Create templates, Save video output, Social media integration

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Gold Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| Silver Package B | $3.99 | one-time |
| Silver Package A | $3.99 | one-time |
| Gold Package | $5.99 | one-time |
| Gold Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gold Package | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Customizable credits
- 🚀 Quick generation
- 🎨 Awesome colors

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 🚫 Cannot save videos
- 💰 Paywall for features
- 🔍 Limited font options
- 🔍 Slow loading times

**Reported bugs**

- Constant crashing
- Inability to save generated credits
- Freezing during generation
- Incompatibility with older devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to import custom fonts
- Scrolling and marquee options
- Progress indicator for generation
- Ability to save videos


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Typewriter free?

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

### Is Scrolling Credits Maker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Typewriter or Scrolling Credits Maker?

Typewriter is rated higher. Typewriter averages 4.4 out of 5 from 168 ratings, while Scrolling Credits Maker averages 4.3 from 820 ratings.

### Do Typewriter or Scrolling Credits Maker have ads?

Typewriter shows ads; Scrolling Credits Maker does not.

### Which is updated more often, Typewriter or Scrolling Credits Maker?

Typewriter ships an update every 2 months, and Scrolling Credits Maker weekly. Most recently, Typewriter was updated on October 26, 2026 and Scrolling Credits Maker on October 27, 2026.

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