Comparison

LINBLE Keyboard vs Snippet Keyboard

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

Head to head
About

LINBLE Keyboard

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【キーボードの追加方法】 1. 「設定」Appを開きます。 2. 「一般」>「キーボード」をタップします。 3. 「キーボード」>「新しいキーボードを追加」をタップします。 4. 「LinbleKeyboard」をタップします。 5. 追加された「LinbleKeyboard」をタップします。 6. 「フルアクセスを許可」をオンにします。 7. 本アプリ、またはメモアプリなどで、キーボードを表示します。地球儀キーを押し、LinbleKeyboardが表示されたら追加成功です。 【使い方】 1. 通信したいLINBLEをアドバタイズします。 2. アプリを開き、デバイスタブから接続したいLINBLEを選択します。 3. デバイスタブ上部にある「動作確認」ボタン、またはメモアプリなどで、キーボードを表示します。 4. キーボードを表示すると、LINBLEへ接続を試みます。 5. 接続が完了し通信できる状態になると、キーボード上に「通信可能です」と表示されます。 6. LINBLEからデータを送信すると、キーボードを通してデータが入力されます。 【フルアクセスについて】 LINBLEとBluetooth通信するためには「フルアクセスを許可」が必要です。 フルアクセスの使用目的はBLE通信のみです。 なお、ユーザの個人情報や入力内容の収集、利用は一切行っておりません。

About

Snippet Keyboard

Create custom shortcuts for frequently used text and images to insert them instantly with a dedicated keyboard. Automate dates, times, and clipboard content for dynamic messages. Save time and reduce repetitive typing.

Highlights
  • Custom text and image shortcuts
  • Magic Variables for dates, times, clipboard
  • Custom keyboard access
  • Share reply collections
  • Typing speed test and time saved statistics
  • Group assignment and quick filters
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Type less in every app. Save reusable replies, addresses, email answers, and image snippets, then insert them from a custom keyboard wherever you type. Magic Variables can add live dates, times, clipboard content, cursor placement, or a random option automatically. TYPE ONCE, REUSE ANYWHERE • Tap a saved reply from the keyboard • Assign an abbreviation to expand text as you type • Create text and image snippets • Organize replies with custom tags and quick filters • Search, reorder, import, export, and share your collection MAKE TEMPLATES DYNAMIC Magic Variables turn a saved template into a ready-to-send message: • Date, time, and date + time • Clipboard content • Cursor position • Random choices • Custom date formats and time offsets SEE THE TIME YOU SAVE Review usage statistics, find your most-used replies, and run the typing test for a more personal time-saved estimate. QUICK SETUP 1. Create or choose your replies. 2. Add TypeShelf in Settings > General > Keyboard > Keyboards. 3. Select a reply or type its shortcut in any app. iOS requires Allow Full Access so the keyboard can read the reply library shared by the main app. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

LINBLE Keyboard4 screens
Snippet Keyboard3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LINBLE Keyboard at none against Snippet Keyboard's 4. LINBLE Keyboard also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Snippet Keyboard's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 9 months). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Snippet Keyboard sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. LINBLE Keyboard asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LINBLE Keyboard ships an update every 9 months, Snippet Keyboard every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
LINBLE Keyboard versus Snippet Keyboard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLINBLE KeyboardSnippet Keyboard
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (25 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—88.9% of reviews
Number of ratings—25 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMusen Connect, Inc.Nikolai Rodionov

In-app purchases

None

LINBLE Keyboard

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Snippet Keyboard

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$3.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is LINBLE Keyboard free?
LINBLE Keyboard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Snippet Keyboard free?
Snippet Keyboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LINBLE Keyboard or Snippet Keyboard have ads?
Neither LINBLE Keyboard nor Snippet Keyboard shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LINBLE Keyboard or Snippet Keyboard?
LINBLE Keyboard ships an update every 9 months, and Snippet Keyboard every 3 weeks. Most recently, LINBLE Keyboard was updated on October 11, 2026 and Snippet Keyboard on October 7, 2026.

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