Comparison

Code Zebra Symbols vs Story Wiki

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

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About

Code Zebra Symbols

Access a vast library of over 4,300 technical and graphic symbols for various design disciplines. Easily integrate these publication-quality vector and pixel assets into your projects across multiple drawing applications. Offline access ensures symbols are always available.

Highlights
  • Over 4,300 technical and graphic symbols
  • Vector and pixel formats
  • Offline local storage
  • Drag-and-drop integration
  • Multiple export formats (PNG, PDF, SVG, DWG)
  • Searchable symbol library
  • Isometric drawing capabilities
Features
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Code Zebra Symbols is the first complete technical and graphic symbols library for iOS––Over 4,300 symbols in multiple vector and pixel formats in easy-to-browse libraries professionally crafted for every discipline. Our publication-quality symbols are stored locally on your device––no data connection required.* Works with all of your favorite Apps that support vector, pixel, or CAD images––virtually every drawing App. Drag or paste symbols into Pages, Numbers, Keynote, Mail, iMessage and more. Create drawings for Architecture and AEC, schematics, structural, isometric assembly, technical manuals, exploded views, floor plans, landscaping, HVAC, plumbing and electrical. Great for bill of materials (BOM) and parts lists. For artistic compositions and graphic design, Code Zebra Symbols provides an enormous source of vector and pixel line art. Export formats include: - PNG - PDF - SVG - Illustrator-compatible SVG - DWG blocks for CAD (WBLOCK files) Drag-and-drop symbols in vector PDF or SVG format, or PNG pixel images with transparent backgrounds. Search for symbols by text description with instant results. Great as a pocket reference of ANSI and IEEE symbols for architects and engineers. DRAG-AND-DROP ISOMETRIC DRAWING Over 900 2D isometric symbols included for creating amazing illustrations and assembly diagrams with fasteners, mechanical and structural parts, wires and connectors. FASTENERS Depict any standard fastener in any view. - Cap, Set and Shoulder Screws - Machine Screws and Bolts - Nuts & Knobs - Self Threading Screws - Thread Builders to draw any length even in iso view - Washers & Miscellaneous ARCHITECTURAL All in proper relative scale (PDF/DWG), and to ANSI Y32.4-1977. - Doors, Windows and Building Construction - Furnishings - Cabinets - Appliances - Architectural Graphic Symbols - Small Appliances and Utensils - Accessories and Plumbing Fixtures PEOPLE & VEHICLES All at the identical relative scale of our Architectural and Roads and Parking symbols (PDF/DWG). - Accessibility - People - People from Above - Vehicles & Aircraft - Flow Charts - Network LANDSCAPING These professionally hand-rendered designs will help you express your concepts with style. - Landscape Elements - Roads and Parking - Sitework Symbols - Trees and Plants in Plan and Elevation BUILDING SERVICES - Switches, Receptacles and Outlets - Y32.9-1972 - Sensors, Alarms and Indicators - Lighting - Circuits and Panels - HVAC - ANSI Y32.2.4-1949 (R1998) - Pipe Fittings and Valves (in all six flange types) - Y32.2.3-1949 (R1999) ELECTRICAL Symbols conform to IEEE 315-1975 (R1993) and IEEE 91/91a-1991 (Logic Functions) standards. Numerous symbols conform with IEC 617 and IEC 117. - Fundamental Items - Analog Logic - Digital Logic - Circuit Protectors - Communications and Power Generation - Composite Assemblies - IC Components - Lamps, Acoustics and Readouts - Maintenance Diagrams - Motors and Machines - PLC & Static Switching - Qualifying Symbols - Semiconductors - Switches and Relays - Terminals and Connectors - Transformers and Inductors - Transmission Path - VHF UHF SHF - Audio and Video Connectors - BNC RJ USB Connectors - Views of Cable Bends - DIN and Centronics Connectors - D-sub Connectors - Power Connectors MECHANICAL - Bearings - Fluid Power - ANSI Y32.10-1967 (R1994) - one of the most complete libraries available anywhere. - Bevel Gears, Sprockets and Miscellaneous - Spur Gears - Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing - ANSI Y14.5M - Process Flow Diagrams - ANSI Y32.11-1961 (R1998) - Springs, Shafts & Hardware - Structural Shapes - Surface Texture Symbols - ANSI Y14.36-1978 (R1993) - Tubing and Hose Connectors - Weld and Welding Symbols - ANSI/AWS A2.4-79 *SVG and DWG categories require a one-time download when first needed, but persist on your device thereafter.

About

Story Wiki

Organize your creative universe with a searchable notebook for characters, locations, and lore. Link entries with wiki-style connections and create custom templates. Export your worldbuilding to PDF and sync across devices.

Highlights
  • Wiki-style connections and backlinks
  • Custom templates with custom fields
  • Export to PDF
  • Full accessibility support
  • Dark Mode
  • iCloud syncing
Features
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Story Wiki is a quiet, reliable notebook for your creative universe. Built for writers, game designers, and worldbuilders, it helps you organize characters, locations, lore, and events in one searchable place. It is fully accessible, exportable, and never asks you for a monthly fee. Features: • Connect your universe: Link related entries and jump through your world with wiki-style connections and backlinks. • Custom layouts: Create reusable templates with custom fields for characters, species, or magic systems. • Export to PDF: Turn your entire wiki, or a hand-picked selection of entries, into a polished PDF for printing or sharing. • Fully accessible: Built natively to support Apple's VoiceOver, strict keyboard navigation, and extra-large Dynamic Type text. • Dark Mode: Switch to a high-contrast dark theme across all menus and sheets. • Stay synced: iCloud automatically keeps your writing updated across your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Screenshots

Code Zebra Symbols4 screens
Story Wiki3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Story Wiki at Free against Code Zebra Symbols's $8.99. Story Wiki also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 25 months). Code Zebra Symbols's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On review sentiment, ratings volume, 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

Story Wiki is free to download; Code Zebra Symbols costs $8.99 up front. Story Wiki sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Code Zebra Symbols asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Code Zebra Symbols holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 5 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Code Zebra Symbols ships an update every 25 months, Story Wiki every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Code Zebra Symbols versus Story Wiki: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCode Zebra SymbolsStory Wiki
Price$8.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better4.0 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings35 — better
Update frequencyEvery 25 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size147 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCode Zebra, Inc.Colin Wright

Customer experience

Code Zebra Symbols

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Story Wiki

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Code Zebra Symbols

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Story Wiki

One-time1
  • Pro$4.99

Questions

Is Code Zebra Symbols free?
Code Zebra Symbols costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Story Wiki free?
Story Wiki is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Code Zebra Symbols or Story Wiki?
Code Zebra Symbols is rated higher. Code Zebra Symbols averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Story Wiki averages 4.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Code Zebra Symbols or Story Wiki have ads?
Neither Code Zebra Symbols nor Story Wiki shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Code Zebra Symbols or Story Wiki?
Code Zebra Symbols ships an update every 25 months, and Story Wiki every 10 days. Most recently, Code Zebra Symbols was updated on October 7, 2026 and Story Wiki on October 24, 2026.

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