Comparison

Plain Text Editor vs JoinCam

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

Head to head
About

Plain Text Editor

This utility app removes text formatting and images from your clipboard, converting content to plain text. It allows for easy editing and batch processing of clipboard contents, with an auto-processing feature available via in-app purchase.

Highlights
  • Remove text formatting
  • Erase images from clipboard
  • Convert clipboard to plain text
  • Edit text in editor
  • Batch processing
  • Auto batch processing (in-app purchase)
Features
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Have you ever had trouble with the size and color of text when you copy and paste it? "Plain Text Editor - PlainText" is an app that will solve the problem. "Plain Text Editor - PlainText" is an editor that can erase text styles and photos in the clipboard. You can easily change the contents of the clipboard to plain texts only. And you can also edit the text in the editor. [How to use] ∙Tapping "Clip → Editor" button puts the contents of the clipboard into the plain text editor. ∙Tapping "Editor → Clip" button puts the contents of the editor into the clipboard. ∙With the above operations, the contents of the clipboard can be changed to plain text. ∙Tapping "Batch Processing" button, the above two button processes will be performed continuously and the contents of the clipboard will become plain text. ∙If you turn on Auto Batch Processing, Batch Processing will be performed when this app is brought to the foreground.(*Auto Batch Processing requires an in-app purchase) ∙You can edit text in the editor. ∙On iPhone or iPad, tap editor screen to show the keyboard. ∙The number of characters in the editor is displayed at the top right of the screen. ∙Paste Permission Dialog will not appear if you select "Allow" from "Settings" > "Apps" > "PlainText" > "Paste from Other Apps. ∙Tap "ⓘ" button at the top left of the screen to open the information. The developer assumes no responsibility for any accident, violation, loss or claims by third parties which may arise from the use of this app. Terms of Use: This application is provided under the Apple Standard End User License Agreement (EULA). https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

JoinCam

Features
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Video recording taken to a new dimension! Let's make video recording more enjoyable and creative with JoinCam. JoinCam is an app that allows you to capture synchronized videos with your friends, family, and colleagues. [Synchronized Recording] JoinCam supports synchronized video recording across multiple devices. Capture simultaneously, no matter how many people or where you are. [Multi-Angle Playback] Using JoinCam's dedicated player, you can play back your recorded videos from multiple angles. Experience surprising moments from new perspectives and expand your creativity. [Easy Operation] JoinCam offers an intuitive interface, making video recording seamless and fun. Break down the barriers of technology and unleash your creativity. Download JoinCam now to experience a new dimension of video recording. Capture fun moments with friends and share them. JoinCam enables creative video recording beyond limits! Download it now and kickstart your video production!

Screenshots

Plain Text Editor1 screens
JoinCam2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JoinCam at none against Plain Text Editor's 3. JoinCam also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. Plain Text Editor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. JoinCam asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Plain Text Editor ships an update every 10 days, JoinCam weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and May 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Plain Text Editor versus JoinCam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlain Text EditorJoinCam
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTakao IchimuraAMATELUS Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Plain Text Editor

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Plan$3.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Plan$7.99
None

JoinCam

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Plain Text Editor free?
Plain Text Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is JoinCam free?
JoinCam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Plain Text Editor or JoinCam have ads?
Plain Text Editor shows ads; JoinCam does not.
Which is updated more often, Plain Text Editor or JoinCam?
Plain Text Editor ships an update every 10 days, and JoinCam weekly. Most recently, Plain Text Editor was updated on September 12, 2026 and JoinCam on May 19, 2026.

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