Comparison

Futhark vs RuneWise

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

Head to head
About

Futhark

Translate English to Elder & Younger Futhark runes and back again. Explore the meanings and symbolism of each rune, perfect for history and language enthusiasts. Send messages in ancient scripts with an intuitive runic keyboard.

Highlights
  • English to Elder Futhark translation
  • Elder Futhark to English translation
  • Younger Futhark translation
  • Rune meanings and symbolism
  • Intuitive runic keyboard
  • Viking culture exploration
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Step into the Viking age with Futhark, your complete guide to ancient runes. Translate: Write English in five runic alphabets: the Elder Futhark, Younger Futhark, Short-Twig runes, the Anglo-Saxon Futhorc and medieval runes. You can also read runes back into English. Many runes were carved in more than one way, so choose the form you like. Learn: Master every rune with lessons, flashcards, quizzes and rune tracing. Earn a mastery seal for each rune and keep a daily streak going. Divine: Draw a Rune of the Day, cast runes in different spreads and keep a journal of your readings. Tattoo Studio: Design rune tattoos and bindrunes with templates, line styles and inks. Print true-size stencils for your artist, and try a design on your skin. Everywhere: Type runes in any app with the Futhark keyboard. Put your Rune of the Day on the Home Screen, Lock Screen and StandBy, and use Siri & Shortcuts for Rune of the Day, Draw a Rune and Write in Runes. Your progress, favorites, readings and designs sync with iCloud. Apple Intelligence: Get written readings, rune suggestions and spelling by sound, all on your device (supported devices only). Whether you’re drawn to Norse history, mythology or a meaningful design, Futhark is your gateway to the runes. Some features require Futhark Pro. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

RuneWise

Features
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RuneWise is a calm Elder Futhark rune journal for daily reflection. Draw a single rune when you want one clear prompt, or cast a three-rune Norn spread for roots, unfolding, and becoming. Each reading can include your question and notes, then stays in your private on-device journal. FEATURES - Single-rune draw and Norn spread - Upright and reversed meanings for all 24 Elder Futhark runes - Searchable rune library with glyphs, phonetics, elements, aetts, and plain-English interpretations - Journal history for past readings and notes - Study prompts and simple practice metrics - No account required - No advertising SDKs or third-party analytics SDKs - Local-first storage using Apple system storage RUNEWISE PRO RuneWise includes a daily free draw limit. RuneWise Pro unlocks unlimited single-rune and Norn spread draws for ongoing practice. RuneWise is for personal reflection and journaling. It is not medical, legal, financial, or professional advice. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Futhark4 screens
RuneWise4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: RuneWise at none against Futhark's shown. On price, in-app purchases, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Futhark sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and RuneWise sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Futhark versus RuneWise: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFutharkRuneWise
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (90 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings90 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTristan JarrettMitaanshu Agarwal

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Futhark

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time8
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • Remove Ads & Tip$2.99
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  • Medium Tip$2.99
  • Remove Ads & Tip$4.99
  • Large Tip$4.99
  • Remove Ads & Tip$6.99
  • Pro Lifetime$19.99
2 purchases

RuneWise

Subscriptions2
  • RuneWise Pro Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • RuneWise Pro Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Futhark free?
Futhark is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RuneWise free?
RuneWise is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Futhark or RuneWise have ads?
Futhark shows ads; RuneWise does not.

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