Comparison

CharMap vs Keyboard Extension

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

Head to head
About

CharMap

Explore and manage Unicode characters with this utility. Organize favorites, view details, and copy characters to your clipboard. Use the custom keyboard to insert them anywhere and sync collections across devices.

Highlights
  • Browse curated character categories
  • Organize favorite characters
  • View character details and copy to clipboard
  • Insert characters with custom keyboard
  • Discover characters and blocks
  • Sync collections across devices
  • Preview system fonts
Features
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CharMap allows to you discover, organize, and use unicode characters. FEATURES • Browse a collection of curated character categories, and organize your favourite characters into custom collections. • View character details and copy characters to the clipboard in a variety of formats. • Enable the CharMap keyboard to insert characters wherever custom keyboards are supported. • Discover unicode characters and blocks using a dedicated unicode browser. • Automatically sync your collections between devices. • Quickly access your custom collections using the collection widget. • Browse system fonts and view font metadata. • No ads, trackers, or analytics. Your data is stored on-device, and optionally synced across your private iCloud account.

About

Keyboard Extension

Manage text snippets and images with a custom keyboard extension. Save time by quickly accessing and organizing your frequently used content across all applications. Features include encryption and FaceID/TouchID protection for sensitive data.

Highlights
  • Custom keyboard extension
  • Text and image snippet management
  • Tag-based organization
  • Encryption for sensitive data
  • FaceID/TouchID protection
  • Universal app compatibility
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Introducing SnipKey, the simple and modern solution for managing text snippets and images, complete with a sleek custom keyboard extension. SnipKey seamlessly integrates into your digital workflow, revolutionizing how you interact with content across all your apps—from personal reminders to sensitive work information. SnipKey is a Keyboard Extension. Why SnipKey Stands Out? - Simple & Modern Design Intuitive interface that's a joy to use Clean, minimalist aesthetics for distraction-free productivity - Effortless Management Easily create, store, and categorize snippets and images Custom tags for quick retrieval and organization - Smart Keyboard Extension Access snippets instantly in any app Seamlessly switch to SnipKey without leaving your current task - Advanced Filtering Find exactly what you need with tag-based filtering Categorize snippets by type (Personal, Work, Banking) or custom tags - Enhanced Security Protect sensitive data with robust encryption Secure snippets with FaceID or TouchID for privacy - Universal Compatibility Works flawlessly across your favorite apps Access snippets wherever you are, whenever you need them SnipKey isn't just a snippet manager—it's a comprehensive, modern solution designed to enhance your productivity and simplify your digital life. With its sleek interface and powerful features, SnipKey transforms how you handle information. Learn more at https://snipkey.jrtv.online Terms of Service: https://snipkey.jrtv.online/terms-conditions Privacy Policy: https://snipkey.jrtv.online/privacy-policy EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

CharMap4 screens
Keyboard Extension4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Keyboard Extension at 4.9 against CharMap's 4.0. Keyboard Extension also leads on review sentiment (92% vs 54%) and update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). CharMap's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On price, ratings volume, 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. Keyboard Extension sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. CharMap asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Keyboard Extension holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 57 and 31 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of CharMap's written reviews are positive against 92% of Keyboard Extension's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CharMap ships an update every 4 months, Keyboard Extension monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
CharMap versus Keyboard Extension: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCharMapKeyboard Extension
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (57 ratings)4.9 (31 ratings) — better
Positive reviews53.7% of reviews91.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings57 — better31
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.026.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperConor MulliganJonathan Taveras

Customer experience

CharMap

All ratings57 ratings
Positive71.9%
Neutral8.8%
Negative19.3%
Written reviews67 reviews
Positive53.7%
Neutral6.0%
Negative40.3%

Keyboard Extension

All ratings31 ratings
Positive96.8%
Neutral3.2%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive91.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

CharMap

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • Characters omitted in other apps
  • Keyboard looks like white rectangle in some apps
  • Private Use Area characters not shown
  • Collections feature quit working
  • App crashes every time it's opened
Show 7 more
  • App crashes on iPad Pro
  • App crashes on iPad
  • Everything gone after update
  • App doesn't open after update
  • Some symbols are not shown
  • Keyboard not showing up immediately
  • Preferences -> font closes app

Requested features

20 requests
  • Add return/enter key
  • Batch add characters to collections
  • Multi-font support
  • Unicode 18.0 support
  • Add Unicode 17.0
Show 15 more
  • Ability to select characters with single click
  • Add 'raised to the power of x' symbol
  • Add superscripts in letter, equation, and inequality form
  • Option to format characters (LTR/RTL)
  • Make fonts usable in 'Unicode'
  • Implement custom font API
  • Search for character option
  • Search by character name
  • Add Sutton SignWriting block
  • Add symbol search
  • Update UI with SF symbols
  • Add dark mode support
  • Rename collections
  • Backup and Restore collections
  • Put collections on top of list when using as keyboard

Keyboard Extension

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

CharMap

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Keyboard Extension

One-time6
  • Candy Tip$1.99
  • Juice Tip$4.99
  • Juice Tip$9.99
Show 3 more
  • Ramen Tip$14.99
  • Burget Tip$29.99
  • Caviar Tip$99.99

Questions

Is CharMap free?
CharMap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Keyboard Extension free?
Keyboard Extension is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CharMap or Keyboard Extension?
Keyboard Extension is rated higher. CharMap averages 4.0 out of 5 from 57 ratings, while Keyboard Extension averages 4.9 from 31 ratings.
Do CharMap or Keyboard Extension have ads?
Neither CharMap nor Keyboard Extension shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CharMap or Keyboard Extension?
CharMap ships an update every 4 months, and Keyboard Extension monthly. Most recently, CharMap was updated on November 1, 2026 and Keyboard Extension on October 30, 2026.

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