# Cursive Writing vs Modern Handwriting Calligraphy

The clearest difference is rating: Modern Handwriting Calligraphy at 4.3 against Cursive Writing's 2.3. Modern Handwriting Calligraphy also leads on review sentiment (31% vs 0%) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 43 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cursive Writing sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Modern Handwriting Calligraphy sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Modern Handwriting Calligraphy holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Modern Handwriting Calligraphy has 459 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Cursive Writing's written reviews are positive against 31% of Modern Handwriting Calligraphy's.

Cursive Writing ships an update every 43 months, Modern Handwriting Calligraphy every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cursive Writing | Modern Handwriting Calligraphy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cursive-writing-learn-and-trace/id1479182354/reviews) | **[4.3 (459 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modern-handwriting-calligraphy/id1620416791/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **459** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **30.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 43 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Freemium** |
| Size | 8 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.5 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bhavinkumar Satashiya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1361485921) | [SPRINNET](https://appshunter.io/developer/747827913) |

## What reviewers say

### Cursive Writing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cursive-writing-learn-and-trace/id1479182354)

Practice English cursive handwriting with this app. Learn to write uppercase and lowercase letters, connect them into words, and even type and trace your own words. Ideal for beginners learning cursive.

**Highlights:** Practice uppercase and lowercase letters, Trace letter formation guides, Connect letters to form words, Type and practice custom words, Learn letter-to-word combinations

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Premium | $6.99 | one-time |


### Modern Handwriting Calligraphy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modern-handwriting-calligraphy/id1620416791)

Develop pencil control and fine motor skills with interactive worksheets. Supports Apple Pencil, stylus, or even printing for traditional practice. Offers drawing, coloring, and tracing modes with new content added regularly.

**Highlights:** Interactive activity worksheets, Printable PDF export, Drawing, coloring, and tracing modes, Monthly new content, Finger, Apple Pencil, and stylus support

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Access | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $32.99 | per year |
| Annual Access | $34.99 | per year |
| One time payment | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app
- 👍 Good for tracing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Requires subscription for most content
- 💸 Most features are locked behind paywall
- 💸 Not worth the money
- 💸 High pricing
- 💸 Only one free worksheet

**Reported bugs**

- Pencil doesn't work

**Requested features**

- More spelling lessons
- Make more content


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cursive Writing free?

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

### Is Modern Handwriting Calligraphy free?

Modern Handwriting Calligraphy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cursive Writing or Modern Handwriting Calligraphy?

Modern Handwriting Calligraphy is rated higher. Cursive Writing averages 2.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Modern Handwriting Calligraphy averages 4.3 from 459 ratings.

### Do Cursive Writing or Modern Handwriting Calligraphy have ads?

Neither Cursive Writing nor Modern Handwriting Calligraphy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cursive Writing or Modern Handwriting Calligraphy?

Cursive Writing ships an update every 43 months, and Modern Handwriting Calligraphy every 2 months. Most recently, Cursive Writing was updated on October 29, 2026 and Modern Handwriting Calligraphy on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*