WordOne vs ToolBox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
WordOne
This app helps writers track their daily word count progress towards project goals. It provides detailed statistics, visual progress indicators, and social sharing options to foster dedication and discipline. Ideal for personal writing projects and goal-based challenges.
- Daily word count tracking
- Project goal setting
- Detailed statistics and progress analysis
- Visual progress indicators and color-coding
- Social media sharing of progress
- History of word counts
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Created by a writer for other writers, WordOne lets writers track their daily writing progress. As most successful writers have noted, becoming a successful author requires dedication and discipline. WordOne aims to provide this dedication and discipline by allowing you to set a goal for your writing project(s) and then letting you track your progress in reaching your goal by entering daily (or multiple times a day) word counts. The app calculates detailed statistics based on your entered data and provides you with useful information such as your current average words per day and the number of words a day you'd need to write in order to reach your set goal. This will allow you to plan your writing and to gain the necessary dedication and mindset necessary for writing daily by setting a word count goal that you'd need to achieve. WordOne also provides you with visual indications of progress on each of your projects. The main project listing not only provides a progress meter which is updated as you add new session word counts, but it also colour codes the items in the project listing based on how close (or far) you are from achieving your set targets. But that's not all! WordOne also lets you share your writing progress with other writers via social media so that you can encourage them by showing how much you'd achieved :) WordOne has full support for iOS 8's share extensions and will allow you to share via any supported extensions/applications. On older iOS versions, WordOne supports the standard sharing options provided by iOS itself. WordOne is also great for NaNoWriMo and other such goal-based writing challenges and contests. Note: The pro version of the app allows you to track as many projects as you want. The Lite version only allows tracking one project - if you want to track more than that, then you need to purchase the Pro version. Features: - Support for as many writing projects as you want (in the Pro version). - Color-coded projects listing to easily indicate current overall progress for each project. - Progress bar indicating percentage completed for each project. - View history for word counts on individual days and be able to see the total word count at that point as well as the session word count. - Ability to share session word counts with others via social media such as Facebook or Twitter. - Built-in feedback for bugs and feature requests.
ToolBox
This app offers over 25 utilities to simplify daily tasks, including calculators, generators, scanners, and organizational tools. It features widgets for quick access to frequently used functions and integrates with shortcuts for enhanced efficiency.
- Over 25 versatile utility tools
- QR/Barcode scanner and generator
- Multiple calculators (BMI, volume, area)
- Unit converter
- Notes and checklists
- Widgets for quick access
- iOS Shortcuts integration
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ToolBox – The Ultimate All-in-One Utility App Experience over 25 versatile features in one app that simplifies your everyday life: • Dice – Virtual roll for quick decisions • Random Number – Generate random numbers in your desired range • Random Letter – Display a random letter • Live Clock – Always keep track of the current time • Date Difference – Calculate the number of days between two dates • Countdown – Set timers for events or tasks • Counter – Count clicks, steps, or other values • QR Code Generator – Create your own QR codes • Barcode Generator – Generate barcodes for various purposes • QR/Barcode Scanner – Quick scanning on the go • Color Picker – Choose precise colors for design projects • BMI Calculator – Calculate your body mass index • Coordinates – Determine your exact location • Air Pressure – Measure the current air pressure • Flashlight – Use your phone as a light source • Compass – Always find the right direction • Prime Number Checker – Check if a number is prime • Stopwatch – Precise timing for sports and events • Notes & Checklists – Organise your tasks efficiently • Speed Measurement – Record your speed • Periodic Table – Always have the periodic table of elements handy • Volume and Area Calculator – Calculate volumes and areas of various shapes • Unit Converter – Convert lengths, weights, temperatures, and more • Unicode Library – Easily search and copy special characters and symbols • Subscript and Superscript Text – Format numbers, formulas, or texts with style • Edit and Save Image Metadata – View and adjust the EXIF data of your photos • Shortcut Integration – Use ToolBox directly through iOS Shortcuts for maximum efficiency Widgets: • Counter • Random Letter • Dice ToolBox is practical, intuitive and versatile – perfect for everyday life, work and leisure.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: ToolBox at 100% against WordOne's 40%. ToolBox also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 11 months). WordOne's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. ToolBox sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. WordOne asks for nothing beyond the download.
WordOne ships an update every 11 months, ToolBox weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | WordOne | ToolBox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pink Zombie Studios Inc. | Softpath Electronics |
Customer experience
WordOne
ToolBox
In-app purchases
WordOne
No in-app purchases
ToolBox
- Pro Version$0.99
- ToolBox Pro$1.99









