Comparison

Paper vs AI Email

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

Head to head
About

Paper

This app offers a clean and configurable writing environment for various creative projects. It supports Markdown and plain text, syncs with iCloud, and integrates with other tools. Users can publish drafts to popular blogging platforms and export documents in multiple formats.

Highlights
  • Gorgeous writing space
  • Silky-smooth typing
  • Deep personalization (Pro)
  • Markdown or Plain Text support
  • iCloud sync
  • Publish to Medium, WordPress, Ghost
  • Export to PDF, HTML, DOCX, ePub
Features
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“This is a super-clean writing space with a lot of configurability that stays out of sight when you don’t need it.” App Store Review 2020 # STORY Read it here → paper.pro/story # HIGHLIGHTS · Gorgeous writing space · Silky-smooth typing · Deep personalization (Pro) · Markdown or Plain Text · Syncs with iCloud · Integrates with TextExpander · Publishes drafts to Medium, WordPress, Ghost, or Micro.blog · Exports to PDF, HTML, RTF, DOCX, ePub, image, or clipboard · Works seamlessly across your iPhone, iPad, and Mac # PRO FEATURES Basic adjustments like text size are free in Paper. More advanced personalization can be purchased with Pro Features. You will not be buying anything blindly, though. The trial period for Pro Features is untimed, so you can take your time to decide if they are a worthy investment. While trialing Pro Features, you might occasionally see a popup. Simply press Reset in the popup to get rid of it completely. Pro Features are either a subscription or a one-time purchase. Both the subscription and the one-time purchase unlock Pro Features on all your iPhones and iPads that share the same Apple ID. This subscription (or one-time purchase) applies only to iPhones and iPads. Macs require a separate subscription (or one-time purchase). The one-time purchase is hidden by default. To enable it, go to the Settings app → Apps → Paper → Purchases → toggle "Show Lifetime Option". If you want to upgrade from a Monthly subscription to a Yearly one (or to a Lifetime license), go to Paper’s page in the App Store and press the rounded button with the price next to the Yearly subscription option (or next to the Lifetime in-app purchase). # BUSINESSES, SCHOOLS & ORGANIZATIONS Businesses, schools, and organizations can use one of the following methods to purchase the Pro version of the app: · Apple Business Manager · Apple School Manager · Volume Purchasing The Pro version of the app can be accessed from this link → paper.pro/get # MARKDOWN FORMATTING SYNTAX # Heading 1 ## Heading 2 ### Heading 3 #### Heading 4 ##### Heading 5 ###### Heading 6 **Bold** __Bold__ *Italic* _Italic_ ~Underline~ ~~Strikethrough~~ ==Highlight== ::Highlight:: `Inline Code` ``` Code Block ``` [Link Text](http://paper.pro) ![Alt Text](http://image.jpeg) - Bulleted List - Bulleted List - Nested Bulleted List * Bulleted List * Bulleted List * Nested Bulleted List 1. Numbered List 2. Numbered List 3. Numbered List 1. Nested Numbered List - [ ] Task List - [x] Task List > Blockquote >> Nested Blockquote >>> 2x Nested Blockquote Text that needs a footnote[^Footnote description] ++ Inline comment ++ /* Inline comment */ %% Comment block | Col 1 | Col 2 | | ------ | ------ | | Cell 1 | Cell 2 | | Cell 3 | Cell 4 | --- ← Horizontal Rule \_ ← Markdown Escape ° ← HTML Escape # FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ## How do I share my document? · On the main screen with documents: Tap and hold the document. Select "Share" from the menu. · In the document editor: Tap the title of the document in the top bar, then tap the round "Share" button in the popup. ## How do I print my document? · On the main screen with documents: Tap and hold the document. Select "Print" from the menu. · In the document editor: Tap the title of the document in the top bar. Select "Print" from the menu. ## Can I draw in the app? No. Paper is purely a plain-text editor. ## Can I add pictures? You can only link to public images on the Web. ## Can I password-protect my notes? No. ## Paper changes the font when I switch between alphabetic and non-alphabetic keyboards. How do I prevent it? · Change the keyboard to a non-alphabetic one (Japanese, Chinese, Korean, etc.). · Tap the "Settings" button in the top right corner. · Under the "Font" submenu, toggle "Keep for ABC Keyboards". ## Need more help? You can reach me via the in-app chat → "Settings" button in the corner → "Chat with the Maker" # TERMS OF USE paper.pro/terms-of-use

About

AI Email

This AI-powered writing assistant helps you craft emails for any occasion. Choose from various styles, from casual to formal, to ensure your messages strike the perfect tone. Save time and elevate your email communication.

Highlights
  • AI-powered email generation
  • Multiple writing styles (casual, formal, neutral)
  • Effortless email composition
  • Time-saving communication tool
  • Customizable writing preferences
Features
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Introducing AI Email: Your Ultimate AI Writing Assistant for Effortless Email Communication! Unlock the power of advanced artificial intelligence to revolutionize your email writing experience with AI Email – the ultimate AI Writing Assistant designed to make crafting emails a breeze for every occasion. Discover the versatility of AI Email as it effortlessly crafts emails in various styles to suit your every need. Whether you're aiming for a casual tone, a formal touch, or a neutral demeanor, our AI Writing Assistant adapts seamlessly to your unique writing preferences. From friendly chats to professional correspondence, AI Email ensures your emails always strike the perfect tone, making communication a breeze. Upgrade your email experience today! Transform the way you communicate through emails with the revolutionary AI Email app. Elevate your writing game, save time, and leave a lasting impression with every email you send. Download AI Email now and experience the future of email composition! AI Email offers a subscription to unlock all features, styles & unlimited creations. Weekly: $7.99 Yearly: $199.99 Terms: https://innovativedigitaltechnologies.software/AIEmail/terms Privacy Policy: https://innovativedigitaltechnologies.software/AIEmail/privacypolicy

Screenshots

Paper4 screens
AI Email3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Paper at 1.8K against AI Email's 61. Paper also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15 vs 17.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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

Both are free to download. Paper sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and AI Email sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Paper against 4.6 for AI Email. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Paper has 1.8K ratings behind it against 61, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Paper ships an update monthly, AI Email every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Paper versus AI Email: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPaperAI Email
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.8K ratings) — better4.6 (61 ratings)
Positive reviews71.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.8K — better61
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size85 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMihhail LapushkinINNOVATIVE DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED

Customer experience

Paper

All ratings1,729 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral3.4%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews232 reviews
Positive71.6%
Neutral9.5%
Negative19.0%

AI Email

All ratings60 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral3.3%
Negative6.7%

Bugs and requests

Paper

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Files randomly disappearing
  • Cursor issues causing freezes
  • Syncing and iCloud integration problems

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add image support
  • Improve file management and recovery
  • Expand font and customization options
  • Implement team/collaborative writing features
  • Add text formatting options like italics and bold

AI Email

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Paper

Subscriptions4
  • Pro Features — Discounted$14.991 Month
  • Pro Features$29.991 Month
  • Pro Features — Discounted$49.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • Pro Features$99.991 Year
One-time2
  • Pro Features — Discounted$99.99
  • Pro Features$199.99
3 purchases

AI Email

Subscriptions3
  • AI Email Pro Weekly$7.997 Days
  • AI Email Pro Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • AI Email Pro Yearly$199.991 Year

Questions

Is Paper free?
Paper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AI Email free?
AI Email is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Paper or AI Email?
Paper is rated higher. Paper averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while AI Email averages 4.6 from 61 ratings.
Do Paper or AI Email have ads?
Neither Paper nor AI Email shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Paper or AI Email?
Paper ships an update monthly, and AI Email every 3 weeks. Most recently, Paper was updated on October 29, 2026 and AI Email on October 24, 2026.

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