JotterPad vs Chartform
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
JotterPad
This app is a powerful writing tool designed for authors, screenwriters, and bloggers. It simplifies the writing and formatting process using Markdown and Fountain syntax, offering numerous templates and seamless cloud syncing. Easily export your work in various formats and integrate images.
- WYSIWYG Markdown and Fountain editor
- Over 50+ templates for various writing formats
- Industry-standard screenwriting formats
- Seamless cloud syncing (iCloud, Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox)
- LaTex/TeX equation support
- Export to multiple formats (Word, PDF, FDX, etc.)
- Version control for automatic backups
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From reed and papyrus, pen to keyboard, and now to our smartphones; the way we write has evolved. JotterPad strives to be the ultimate writing tool for writers, screenplay enthusiasts, screenwriters, book writers, authors, bloggers and storytellers of all kinds. Jotterpad is a WYSIWYG Markdown and Fountain editor that aids with planning, writing, formatting and publishing your work, ridding you of the hassles and fuss of traditional word processors. Use Markdown and Fountain syntax to write to your heart’s content, and leave the technical know-how’s of formatting to us. No more fussing over the layout and structure of your writing, and shape your thoughts into words with ease. Have beautifully structured documents at your fingertips. ## Over 50+ Templates For You To Choose From Choose from a wide variety of templates to guide you with the formatting of your work. Use the templates as a guide for your creativity, and let your ideas & words flow unhindered. Because all that's left for you to do is focus on your content. Once you're done, convert your writing into novels, books, articles, reports and even presentation slides. # Meet Industry-Standard Screenwriting Formats Without Fuss Have your pick from a range of Fountain screenwriting templates, such as Broadway Musical, Podcasts, Radio Sitcom, BBC Stage Play, Dramatists Guild Musical, and many more to make your next story come alive. Let your creativity take the forefront, and the formatting to your writing tool, JotterPad. ## Sync Your Work To The Cloud Seamlessly JotterPad offers automatic sync and offline-functioning capacities. Sync your files on iCloud, Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox. Continue to work even offline. And fret not, as JotterPad syncs your work to the cloud services once you are back online. ## Supports Mathematical Language Adding and formatting mathematical equations will not be cumbersome anymore. Effortlessly add intricate mathematical expressions and formulae with LaTex or TeX equations and have them perfectly rendered in your document. ## Share Your Ideas With Anyone Export your written work into multiple formats; Word, PDF, HTML, Final Draft (.fdx), Fountain and Markdown without complications. Publish your work to Tumblr, Ghost, or Wordpress for anyone to enjoy. ## Spruce Up your Work with Images Access millions of high-resolution, editorial images on Unsplash, or your very own images from your gallery and weave them into your writings. ## Never Panic Again The in-built Version Control automatically backs up your work as you write. Put your mind at ease, and write with confidence. Write, review and edit to your heart's content without worrying about losing even a single word from previous draft versions. JotterPad also offers many features such as: - In-app file manager - Dictionary & Thesaurus - Rhyming Dictionary - Light/dark theme Redefine your writing process now. Join over two million users and download JotterPad today. ## JotterPad: Pro Cloud JotterPad "Pro Cloud" is an auto-renewing subscription. Pricing: US$6.99/monthly or US$29.99/year. Price may vary by location. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Privacy Policy: https://jotterpad.app/policy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://jotterpad.app/terms/ ------ For technical assistance or other inquiries, talk to us at https://help.jotterpad.app.
Chartform
Transform data files into stunning charts instantly without needing spreadsheet expertise. Simply upload your CSV, TSV, JSON, or Excel file, and it automatically generates the most suitable visualization with clear explanations and insightful analysis.
- Smart file import (CSV, TSV, JSON, XLSX)
- Automatic chart type recommendation
- Plain-English rationale for chart choices
- Auto-generated data insights
- Save and organize charts in a library
- Shareable chart images and data export
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Chartform turns any data file into a beautiful, correct chart in seconds no spreadsheet skills required. Drop in a CSV, TSV, JSON, or Excel file and Chartform automatically figures out the best way to visualize it: bar, line, area, or scatter, chosen using real statistical analysis rather than a generic default. FEATURES - Smart import: CSV, TSV, JSON, and XLSX support with automatic delimiter detection, header cleanup, and currency/percent parsing - Automatic chart recommendation with a plain-English rationale for why a chart type was chosen - Auto-generated insights: peaks, variability, and trends surfaced without any setup - Save charts to your personal Library, with thumbnails, for quick access later - Share polished, branded chart images, or export your cleaned data as CSV - Runs natively on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro Whether you're a student staring at a CSV export, a small business owner sanity-checking sales numbers, or an analyst who just wants a fast, good-looking chart without opening Excel, Chartform gets you from raw file to shareable chart in seconds.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Chartform at 5.0 against JotterPad's 3.8. Chartform also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6). JotterPad's advantage is ratings volume (39 vs 1) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.5). On price, 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
Both are free to download. JotterPad sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Chartform asks for nothing beyond the download.
Chartform holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: JotterPad has 39 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
| Parameter | JotterPad | Chartform |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (39 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 46.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 39 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 26.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 64 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Two App Studio Pte. Ltd. | Alexander Bowden |
In-app purchases
JotterPad
- Pro Cloud (Monthly)$6.991 Month
- Pro Cloud (Annual)$29.991 Year
- Pro Cloud (Annual)1 Year trial$29.991 Year
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- Pro Cloud (Annual)3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Pro$24.99
- Pro$49.99
Chartform
No in-app purchases









