Paper vs Mining Toolkit
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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)  - 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
Mining Toolkit
This app provides essential tools for underground mining operations, including planning, calculations, and field references. It assists with round planning, bolting, drilling, and grout calculations. Features also include shift calendars and drill specifications for on-shift use.
- Round planning with 2.5D views
- Bolting and ground support estimation
- Drilling and development calculations
- Grout batch planning and tracking
- Shift calendar and paycheck estimates
- Drill specifications and unit conversions
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Mining Toolkit brings underground planning, calculations and field references together for miners, drillers, trainers, supervisors and engineers. ROUND PLANNER • Work with Standard, Ring and Grid layouts. Review plans in 2.5D, face, toe and side views. • Adjust heading dimensions, cut position, hole directions and floor allowance. • Use Line and Path tools at collars or toes. Tap heatmap links for gaps between rows and around the lifters, perimeter and cut. • Heatmap gaps are projected toe-to-toe distances, not full 3D distances. • Save and reopen plans; import/export supported DP and XML files. Confirm file compatibility with the receiving drill. BOLTING & GROUND SUPPORT • Set heading dimensions, Grid or Staggered patterns, bolt types/lengths, mesh and hanger options. • Review 2.5D layouts and estimates for bolts, screens and consumables, including resin requirements. • Use full-encapsulation tools for hole/bolt/resin dimensions, cartridge and packaging quantities, and Load/Spin/Hold timing guidance. DRILLING & DEVELOPMENT • Find a baseline RPM for the entered setup and compare it with the motor ceiling. • Keep drill-setting records locally on your device. • Check drill deviation and compare planned/actual toes in Drill Deviation Map. • Use the Rod Count Cheat Sheet with custom rod lengths, metres/feet, graph and table. • Use Grade Carry to see how grades and lifter settings affect projected floor positions. • Estimate mucking quantities and shotcrete for drift development or shaft sinking, with admixture calculations. GROUT • Plan a loaded batch, a number of holes, or a ring with mixed hole depths. • Enter diameter, depth and mix/yield settings to estimate coverage, materials and batches; check mixer/active-pot capacity and water to add. • Track the active pot with a timer and expiry reminder. Reset or clean-out confirmation clears the timer. Notification delivery depends on permissions and device settings; follow the grout manufacturer's working time. PRINT TOOLS — EXPERIMENTAL Print Scale and Auto Backsites help work from a print image. Check detected references, scale and proposed geometry before use. Detection can fail. ON SHIFT & FIELD REFERENCES • Set up Shift Calendar rotations and view paycheck estimates from your entered settings. • Browse drill specifications, mine-gas references and metric/US unit conversions. • Time and record ground-support rounds. Optional Scoreboard posting shares your handle, selected country, equipment and performance details with other users. Scoreboard posts are public. • Open curated training videos on YouTube. Choose English, French or Spanish, Light/Dark appearance and Theme Studio palettes. Core calculators, saved plans and local logs work offline; shared Scoreboard, videos and external links need internet. Check quantities against current product data and approved designs. Pay figures are estimates. Verify exported plans on the drill's system. The app does not replace training, engineering review or site procedures. Support: mining-toolkit@agentmail.to Privacy: https://miningtoolkit.com/privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Paper at Free against Mining Toolkit's $1.99. Paper also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). Mining Toolkit's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and review sentiment (100% vs 72%). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Paper is free to download; Mining Toolkit costs $1.99 up front. Paper sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Mining Toolkit asks for nothing beyond the download.
Paper ships an update monthly, Mining Toolkit every 4 months. Both last shipped on November 13, 2026.
| Parameter | Paper | Mining Toolkit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $1.99 |
| Rating | 4.7 (1.8K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 71.6% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.8K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 85 MB | 90 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Mihhail Lapushkin | Jory Dion |
Customer experience
Paper
Mining Toolkit
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
Mining Toolkit
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Paper
- Pro Features — Discounted$14.991 Month
- Pro Features$29.991 Month
- Pro Features — Discounted$49.991 Year
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- Pro Features$99.991 Year
- Pro Features — Discounted$99.99
- Pro Features$199.99
Mining Toolkit
No in-app purchases









