Comparison

MtdKeyboard vs iCham Keyboard

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

Head to head
About

MtdKeyboard

Type Montagnards languages using Unicode encoding on your iPhone and iPad. This app supports various languages including Ede, Jarai, and Bana, and works seamlessly across devices.

Highlights
  • Type Montagnards languages
  • Unicode encoding support
  • Supports Ede, Jarai, Bana, Sédang, M'nong, Kơho
  • Works on iPhone and iPad
  • Seamless cross-device compatibility
Features
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MtdKeyboard is a custom iOS keyboard for typing Montagnard languages with Unicode characters, including Rhade, Jarai, Bahnar, Sedang, Mnong, Kơho, and more. The keyboard uses a familiar iOS-style layout with dedicated Montagnard characters, suggestions, number and symbol pages, key previews, cursor control, and more. It can learn frequently used words on your device to improve suggestions over time. Full Access is not required. Personal learned words stay on the device.

About

iCham Keyboard

Type the Cham language using two distinct input systems, RUMIX and Akhar Thrah. Features smart suggestions, lightning-fast typing, and intuitive gestures for efficient text input. Preserve Cham heritage through digital communication.

Highlights
  • Dual input modes (RUMIX/Akhar Thrah)
  • Smart typing suggestions
  • Fast typing optimization
  • Cham language gestures
  • Trackpad spacebar functionality
Features
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iCham Keyboard is the ultimate typing tool tailored for the Cham language. Whether you prefer the Latin-based RUMIX system or traditional Akhar Thrah, iCham seamlessly bridges the gap. Key Features: • Dual Mode: Instantly switch between RUMIX and Akhar Thrah with a single tap. • RUMIX Engine: Type Latin characters to output beautiful Akhar Thrah natively. • Smart Suggestions: Our built-in algorithm learns your typing habits for highly accurate predictions. • Lightning Fast Typing: Save time on your most frequently used words and phrases. • Cham Gestures: Access special characters, vowels, and sub-consonants with intuitive double-taps and long-presses. • Trackpad Spacebar: Double-tap for Cham punctuation (dot) or long-press to turn your keyboard into a precise trackpad. Preserve and promote the Cham heritage through digital typing with iCham today! ___ Enjoy all features completely free for the first 33 days! After the trial period, you can still continue using the essential typing features for free. To unlock the full power of the iCham keyboard (such as Fast Typing, Contextual Prediction,...) and help spread the Akhar Thrah heritage, don't hesitate to upgrade to Premium. ___ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

MtdKeyboard4 screens
iCham Keyboard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MtdKeyboard at none against iCham Keyboard's 3. MtdKeyboard also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 days). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. iCham Keyboard sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. MtdKeyboard asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for MtdKeyboard against 5.0 for iCham Keyboard. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MtdKeyboard ships an update every 2 days, iCham Keyboard every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
MtdKeyboard versus iCham Keyboard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMtdKeyboardiCham Keyboard
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 6 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndy EyaThanh Van Ngu

Customer experience

MtdKeyboard

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

iCham Keyboard

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

MtdKeyboard

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

iCham Keyboard

Subscriptions2
  • iCham Premium Monthly$0.991 Month
  • iCham Premium Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • iCham Premium Lifetime$99.99

Questions

Is MtdKeyboard free?
MtdKeyboard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iCham Keyboard free?
iCham Keyboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MtdKeyboard or iCham Keyboard?
MtdKeyboard and iCham Keyboard are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do MtdKeyboard or iCham Keyboard have ads?
Neither MtdKeyboard nor iCham Keyboard shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MtdKeyboard or iCham Keyboard?
MtdKeyboard ships an update every 2 days, and iCham Keyboard every 6 days. Most recently, MtdKeyboard was updated on November 3, 2026 and iCham Keyboard on October 31, 2026.

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