Type180 vs MirrorType
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Type180
This utility mirrors typed text, making it easy for others to read during face-to-face conversations. It's particularly helpful for individuals with speech impairments, but anyone can use it to facilitate communication.
- Mirrored text display
- Facilitates face-to-face conversation
- Useful for speech impairments
- Simple and intuitive interface
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Type180 helps people communicate clearly when speaking isn't possible or practical. Whether you have a speech impairment, are recovering from surgery, are experiencing temporary voice loss, or simply need a quick way to communicate in noisy environments, Type180 turns your device into an easy-to-read communication aid. Features Display large, easy-to-read text Instantly mirror text for face-to-face conversations Read messages aloud using built-in text-to-speech Clean, distraction-free interface Works on iPhone and iPad No account required Designed for Everyday Communication Type180 is ideal for: Speech and communication impairments Temporary voice loss or recovery Medical and healthcare settings Restaurants, stores, and public places Situations where speaking is difficult or impossible Simple, fast, and focused on helping people communicate when they need it most.
MirrorType
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MirrorType is a custom iOS keyboard that lets you flip your text upside down and transform it in creative ways. FEATURES: • Flip Text — Instantly transform your typed text into upside-down characters. Surprise your friends with mirrored messages. • Bubble Text — Convert your text into circled Unicode characters for a unique look. • Custom Themes — Choose from premium preset themes like Cyberpunk, Matcha, Vampire, Ocean, and more, or create your own with full color customization. • Emoji Keyboard — Full emoji support with categorized browsing, frequently used emojis, and smooth scrolling. • Autocomplete — Predictive text suggestions to speed up your typing. • Spacebar Cursor Control — Long-press the spacebar and drag to precisely position your cursor. • iCloud Sync — Keep your theme, sound, and haptic settings consistent across all your Apple devices. • Haptic Feedback — Customizable haptic intensity (off, light, medium, high). • Keyboard Sounds — Optional typing sounds for tactile feedback. PRIVACY: MirrorType requests Full Access to enable features like haptic feedback, keyboard sounds, and iCloud sync. Your keystrokes are never collected, stored, or transmitted. All text processing happens entirely on your device. Get started in seconds — the app guides you through enabling the keyboard and granting Full Access with a step-by-step animated tutorial.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: MirrorType at 16.6 against Type180's 26.4. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Type180 | MirrorType |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (6 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.4 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jacob Cerda | George Boahene |
In-app purchases
Type180
No in-app purchases
MirrorType
No in-app purchases









