Comparison

仓输入法 vs HamsterBase

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

Head to head
About

仓输入法

This app is a highly customizable input method based on the RIME engine, allowing users to easily input symbols through key swiping, customize symbols, keyboard colors, all offline for privacy protection.

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一款基于 RIME(Rime Input Method Engine · 中州韻輸入法引擎)的输入法。它有以下特点: 1. 在 RIME 引擎的支持下,输入法高度可定制; 2. 支持按键划动输入符号,并且可以自定义输入符号; 3. 支持自定义键盘配色; 感谢 TF 测试反馈的伙伴,没有你们的帮助,新版本就不会上架了。 注意: 1. 无需联网指键盘输入过程,应用功能中「下载输入方案」,「WiFi上传」等功能还是需要网络支持的。

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HamsterBase

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HamsterBase is a tool centered around privacy protection and offline friendliness for use in later reading. The well-designed HamsterBase features the following characteristics: Offline First: It can be used offline without relying on servers.Privacy First: It does not collect any data and prioritizes your privacy.Keyboard First: Almost all features can be easily accessed via keyboard shortcuts.No Data Hijacking: You can store data locally and enjoy seamless API integration with other software.No Subscription Required: It’s free to use during the beta period.Break Device Limitations: Through P2P synchronization, your database can break free from device limitations.Powerful Full-text Search: Unlock the power of comprehensive searches, accessing the full content of every saved webpage. HamsterBase works with all your favorite apps, such as Logseq, Obsidian, Notion, and Siyuan.

Screenshots

仓输入法4 screens
HamsterBase3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HamsterBase at none against 仓输入法's 1. HamsterBase also leads on iOS requirement (12.4 vs 16). 仓输入法's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, 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. 仓输入法 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. HamsterBase asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

仓输入法 ships an update every 3 weeks, HamsterBase every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
仓输入法 versus HamsterBase: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter仓输入法HamsterBase
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (178 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews86.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings178 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1612.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB119 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer啸 付纯洁 林

Bugs and requests

仓输入法

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Nine-key input not working as expected
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching input methods
  • Syncing and backup issues for user configurations

Requested features

4 requests
  • Integrated emoji support
  • Improved nine-key input experience
  • Customizable keyboard size and layout
  • Local dictionary and input history management

HamsterBase

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

仓输入法

One-time1
  • 「仓」Pro$9.99
None

HamsterBase

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 仓输入法 free?
仓输入法 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HamsterBase free?
HamsterBase is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do 仓输入法 or HamsterBase have ads?
Neither 仓输入法 nor HamsterBase shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 仓输入法 or HamsterBase?
仓输入法 ships an update every 3 weeks, and HamsterBase every 2 months. Most recently, 仓输入法 was updated on October 24, 2026 and HamsterBase on October 2, 2026.

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