Comparison

Stylus Labs Write Pro vs ownCloud EMM

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

Head to head
About

Stylus Labs Write Pro

This app offers advanced tools for editing and navigating handwritten documents, combining note-taking and vector drawing capabilities. It supports flexible file organization, cloud services, and a non-proprietary SVG format for easy sharing.

Highlights
  • Intelligent handwriting selection and editing tools
  • Reflow handwritten text with insert space tool
  • Create handwritten links and bookmarks
  • Non-proprietary SVG file format export
  • Apple Pencil support
  • Split view for multi-document work
  • PDF export
Features
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Write is an open-source application with a unique set of tools for editing and navigating handwritten documents, plus all the usual features of a vector drawing application. Write is perfect for note-taking, brainstorming, and sketching. MODERN DOCUMENT HANDLING * uses standard Apple document browser for completely flexible file organization * supports iCloud and all other cloud services that integrate with the Files app * non-proprietary SVG file format can be opened in other vector graphics apps and web browsers UNIQUE TOOLS FOR HANDWRITTEN DOCUMENTS * intelligent tools to select, erase, and move writing * reflow handwritten text with the insert space tool * create bookmarks labeled with handwriting * create handwritten links to bookmarks and websites * save clippings for easy pasting into any document * unlimited undo/redo jog dial * split view: work on two documents or two parts of the same document STANDARD NOTE-TAKING AND DRAWING TOOLS * Apple Pencil support * insert images (and vector content as SVG) * cut, copy, paste, move, scale, and rotate selections * cut, copy, and paste pages within and between documents * customize and save pens * customize page size, color, and ruling * pages can grow automatically when writing nears edge * PDF export Website: https://www.styluslabs.com Source: https://github.com/styluslabs/Write FAQ: https://www.styluslabs.com/faq Support: support@styluslabs.com

About

ownCloud EMM

Features
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Connect an ownCloud server and have your private file sync and share cloud up and running in no time. ownCloud is an open source content collaboration software for everyone from individuals operating the free ownCloud server to large enterprises operating under ownCloud Enterprise subscription. HOW DOES THE EMM-APP HELP YOU? With the ownCloud iOS EMM-App you can browse all of your ownCloud synced files, create and edit new files, share these files and folders with co-workers, and keep the contents of those folders in sync across all of your devices. Simply copy a file into a directory on your server and ownCloud does the rest. COOL NEW FEATURES The iOS ownCloud EMM-App brings: - Seamless integration with iOS files for improved collaboration - Multi-select with drag and drop features for efficient file management - Certificate management and password manager integration for boosting security and so much more! Whether using a mobile device, a desktop, or the web client, ownCloud provides the ability to put the right files in the right hands at the right time on any device in one simple-to-use, secure, private and controlled solution. A WORD FROM THE DEVELOPER "The new ownCloud app is a complete redesign and not only uses the latest technologies and frameworks under the hood, but offers the user a native and intuitive iOS user interface. The development of the app was carried out in the team with great passion and we are very pleased, what we may present new in the next versions. Thank you for your support!" Matthias Huehne ABOUT OWNCLOUD ownCloud is the market leading open source content collaboration solution worldwide. ownCloud enables users to securely access and share data from any device, anywhere in the world. With more than 200,000 installations and 50 million users, ownCloud provides users a modern collaborative experience, thereby boosting productivity without compromising on security.  Terms of Use: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/owncloud/ios-app/master/LICENSE Privacy Policy: https://owncloud.com/privacy-legal/

Screenshots

Stylus Labs Write Pro4 screens
ownCloud EMM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Stylus Labs Write Pro at $8.99 against ownCloud EMM's $19.99. Stylus Labs Write Pro also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.4). On update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Stylus Labs Write Pro costs $8.99 and ownCloud EMM $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stylus Labs Write Pro ships an update every 4 months, ownCloud EMM every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Stylus Labs Write Pro versus ownCloud EMM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStylus Labs Write ProownCloud EMM
Price$8.99 — better$19.99
Rating4.5 (40 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings40 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.4
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMatthew WhiteownCloud GmbH

In-app purchases

None

Stylus Labs Write Pro

No in-app purchases

None

ownCloud EMM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stylus Labs Write Pro free?
Stylus Labs Write Pro costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ownCloud EMM free?
ownCloud EMM costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Stylus Labs Write Pro or ownCloud EMM have ads?
Neither Stylus Labs Write Pro nor ownCloud EMM shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stylus Labs Write Pro or ownCloud EMM?
Stylus Labs Write Pro ships an update every 4 months, and ownCloud EMM every 2 months. Most recently, Stylus Labs Write Pro was updated on October 10, 2026 and ownCloud EMM on October 8, 2026.

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