# Write Only 2 vs SFD

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SFD at 100% against Write Only 2's 40%. SFD also leads on price (Free vs $0.99) and rating (5.0 vs 2.5). Write Only 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). On ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

SFD is free to download; Write Only 2 costs $0.99 up front. SFD sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Write Only 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

SFD 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 100% of SFD's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Write Only 2 | SFD |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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/sfd-write-it-bad/id6778871291/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 1 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [潮激 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/342075158) | [Daniel James Kinney-Spears](https://appshunter.io/developer/6778614359) |

## 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


### SFD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sfd-write-it-bad/id6778871291)

This app helps you overcome writer's block by forcing you to write a first draft without the ability to edit or reread. It uses timed bursts and nudges to keep you moving forward, allowing you to flag sections for later revision.

**Highlights:** Forward-only writing, Timed writing bursts, Cursor nudges for stalls, Flagging sections for revision, Plain text export, Offline functionality

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SFD Habit Tracking | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Write Only 2 free?

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

### Is SFD free?

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

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

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

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

Neither Write Only 2 nor SFD shows ads.

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