Comparison

Write Only 2 vs PageMoss

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

Head to head
About

Write Only 2

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
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Write Only is dedicated to creative writing rather than busy editing. It helps you focus more on putting words on paper. Using it is like sitting in front of a typewriter and watching words flow out of your finger tips. Everything you put down on the page is permanent. All the typing is saved as a PDF file, including the positions, the font size, and the colors that the texts come out with. No matter where and when you are going to view these pages, they will be kept exactly same as the time you typed them. Fixed cursor sits right above the keyboard, therefore your eyes will be close both to the text you're typing and the fingers, and that can help to reduce typing errors. You can start typing on the page at any place by tapping on that location and use any margin you want by moving the page. It is very easy to type aligned texts. An extension keybar includes frequently used keys like ' or ; that are difficult to access in iOS' default keyboard. Write Only is good for writing the first draft of any work, especially poetry, diary or journal. When you come back to your writings years later, the shapes of the text and the errors you made will help you recall the moments of the writing. FEATURES - Sync with iCloud Drive - Beautiful typewriter font. - Minimal interface. - Saved as a PDF file that you can print to paper. - Accessory keybar contains frequently used keys missing in the default keyboard. - Two text colors: black and red.

About

PageMoss

Features
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Your thoughts, your device, your intelligence. PageMoss is a local-first knowledge management app where all your data is processed entirely on your device. Complete Privacy - All notes stored locally on your Mac or iPhone - No cloud uploads, no data harvesting - Works offline — no internet required for any core feature - No account needed — start writing immediately On-Device AI Assistant - Chat with AI without sending a single word to the cloud - RAG-powered conversations that search your notes semantically - Create, update, and organize notes through natural conversation Deep Research Mode - Transform scattered notes into comprehensive insights - Multi-strategy search combining semantic, keyword, and fuzzy matching - Generate structured research reports with citations Study Mode - AI-generated quizzes: multiple choice, true/false, short answer - Flashcards with SM-2 spaced repetition algorithm - AI-curated learning paths based on complexity Knowledge Graph - 8 visualization modes: Tag, Link, Semantic, Cluster, Ego, Mindmap, Folder, Timeline - AI-powered semantic analysis discovers hidden connections - Interactive exploration with real-time updates Intelligent Note-Taking - Markdown editor with live preview - LaTeX math equations support - Link your thoughts with [[wiki links]] - Auto-save with version history Obsidian Compatible - Bidirectional sync with your existing Obsidian vault - Preserves YAML frontmatter and folder hierarchy - Standard Markdown files — export anytime No API keys. No usage limits. No monthly fees for AI. Your knowledge. Your device. Your rules. Unlock the full experience with unlimited access to advanced features. • Unlimited Research Mode • Unlimited Study Mode with Quiz / Flashcard / Learning Path Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/PageMoss-App-Page-2eff5511043f8098a29dd30b12ffbcb3

Screenshots

Write Only 24 screens
PageMoss4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PageMoss at Free against Write Only 2's $0.99. Write Only 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

PageMoss is free to download; Write Only 2 costs $0.99 up front. PageMoss sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Write Only 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Write Only 2 versus PageMoss: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWrite Only 2PageMoss
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating2.5 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequency—Every 6 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS11.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer潮激 李harim kang

In-app purchases

None

Write Only 2

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

PageMoss

Subscriptions2
  • PageMoss Pro Subscription - Monthly$9.991 Month
  • PageMoss Pro Subscription - Yearly$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • PageMoss Pro$99.99

Questions

Is Write Only 2 free?
Write Only 2 costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is PageMoss free?
PageMoss is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Write Only 2 or PageMoss have ads?
Neither Write Only 2 nor PageMoss shows ads.

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