# Font Maker vs FontMaker

The clearest difference is monetization model: Font Maker at free with in-app purchases against FontMaker's subscription. Font Maker also leads on ratings volume (8.1K vs 573). FontMaker's advantage is review sentiment (33% vs 20%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Font Maker sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and FontMaker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FontMaker holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Font Maker has 8.1K ratings behind it against 573, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Font Maker's written reviews are positive against 33% of FontMaker's.

Font Maker ships an update every 4 weeks, FontMaker every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Font Maker | FontMaker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (8.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/font-maker-cursive-keyboard/id1582959159/reviews) | **[4.6 (573 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fontmaker-handwriting-art/id1585603833/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8.1K** | 573 |
| Positive reviews | 19.9% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 126 MB | 204 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Robin Media Apps, SOCIEDAD LIMITADA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1629461051) | [5SKay Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1297846437) |

## What reviewers say

### Font Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/font-maker-cursive-keyboard/id1582959159)

Design your own unique fonts by drawing characters with your finger or choose from a wide collection of pre-made styles. Personalize your keyboard with custom skins to make your messages and social media posts stand out. Express your individuality with endless creative possibilities.

**Highlights:** Create custom fonts by drawing, Browse ready-to-use font collection, Customize keyboard with new skins, Make messages and posts stand out, Express unique personality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Font Maker VIP | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscribtion w/ Trial | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscribtion w/o Trial | $9.99 | per month |
| premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscribtion w/ Trial | $19.99 | per year |
| Font Maker Yearly Subscribtion | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Ability to create custom fonts
- 👍 Easy to use font creation process
- ⭐ Some users find the app fun and enjoyable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription to fully utilize app
- 🚫 Cannot use self-created fonts outside of the app
- 📢 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable font creation/usage

**Reported bugs**

- Fonts not saving properly
- App freezes and crashes
- Issues with font rendering and usage

**Requested features**

- Allow free usage of self-created fonts
- Improve font export and integration with other apps
- Reduce ads and in-app purchases


### FontMaker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fontmaker-handwriting-art/id1585603833)

Create custom handwriting fonts and use them across your favorite apps. Personalize your messages and social media posts with unique calligraphy and handwritten styles. Compatible with all applications for a stylish touch.

**Highlights:** Create custom handwriting fonts, Use unique handwriting as a font, Variety of handwritten and calligraphy styles, Keyboard plugin for all apps, Step-by-step alphabet creation preview

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium typing keyboard themes | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Creative font customization with personal handwriting
- 🎨 Visually appealing and expressive keyboard
- 📝 No ads during font creation process
- 💬 Allows personal expression through text messages
- 🆓 Free fonts available for use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires premium subscription ($8.99-$10/month) to use custom fonts
- ⏰ Time-consuming font creation process (30+ minutes) before paywall
- 🔒 Requests excessive permissions including credit card and address data
- ❌ No autocorrect functionality in custom keyboard
- 📋 Requires manual copy-paste for conversations

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when typing
- Handwriting not displaying properly during setup
- Font not appearing on keyboard after creation

**Requested features**

- Autocorrect functionality for custom fonts
- Free tier that allows using created fonts without premium
- Better stylus/finger input detection for font creation
- Clearer upfront disclosure of premium requirements before font creation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Font Maker free?

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

### Is FontMaker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Font Maker or FontMaker?

FontMaker is rated higher. Font Maker averages 4.4 out of 5 from 8.1K ratings, while FontMaker averages 4.6 from 573 ratings.

### Do Font Maker or FontMaker have ads?

Both Font Maker and FontMaker show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Font Maker or FontMaker?

Font Maker ships an update every 4 weeks, and FontMaker every 2 months. Most recently, Font Maker was updated on September 23, 2026 and FontMaker on September 22, 2026.

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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.*