# Write Only 2 vs Mindscope 2

The clearest difference is price: Mindscope 2 at Free against Write Only 2's $0.99. Mindscope 2 also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.5) and review sentiment (50% vs 40%). Write Only 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Mindscope 2 is free to download; Write Only 2 costs $0.99 up front. Mindscope 2 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Write Only 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Mindscope 2 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Write Only 2's written reviews are positive against 50% of Mindscope 2's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Write Only 2 | Mindscope 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [2.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/write-only-2/id1524141551/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindscope-2/id6749939290/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 1 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [潮激 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/342075158) | [John Goering](https://appshunter.io/developer/507507566) |

## What reviewers say

### Write Only 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/write-only-2/id1524141551)

This app encourages creative writing by providing a distraction-free typing experience. It mimics a typewriter, saving your work as a permanent PDF with exact formatting. An accessory keybar and fixed cursor aid in reducing errors and improving focus.

**Highlights:** Distraction-free writing interface, Typewriter simulation, Permanent PDF saving, Fixed cursor for reduced errors, Accessory keybar for common keys, iCloud Drive sync

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Mindscope 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindscope-2/id6749939290)

Capture and organize your thoughts visually with a fluid mind-mapper and outliner. Create nested entries, link ideas, and export your work in various formats. Syncs across Apple devices and offers offline access.

**Highlights:** Free-form visual boards, Instant outlining and nesting, Multiple boards per project, Rich entry types (text, links, todos, notes), Line and arrow connections, Smart Undo/Redo, Multiple export formats (OPML, PDF, PNG, HTML)

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mindscope Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Mindscope Pro Yearly | $17.99 | per year |
| Mindscope Pro Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Write Only 2 free?

Write Only 2 costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Mindscope 2 free?

Mindscope 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Write Only 2 or Mindscope 2?

Mindscope 2 is rated higher. Write Only 2 averages 2.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Mindscope 2 averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Write Only 2 or Mindscope 2 have ads?

Neither Write Only 2 nor Mindscope 2 shows ads.

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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.*