# Fast Reply vs TypeShelf

The clearest difference is rating: Fast Reply at 4.8 against TypeShelf's 4.3. Fast Reply also leads on monetization model (freemium vs paid). TypeShelf's advantage is review sentiment (89% vs 67%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fast Reply sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and TypeShelf sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Fast Reply holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 35 and 25 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of Fast Reply's written reviews are positive against 89% of TypeShelf's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Fast Reply ships an update every 9 days, TypeShelf fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fast Reply | TypeShelf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fast-reply-saved-replies/id6448081847/reviews)** | [4.3 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typeshelf-reply-keyboard/id6743344539/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **35** | 25 |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **88.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Paid |
| Size | 40 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Aryaman Sharda](https://appshunter.io/developer/651900313) | [Nikolai Rodionov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1123457016) |

## What reviewers say

### Fast Reply

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fast-reply-saved-replies/id6448081847)

This keyboard app saves you time by storing frequently used messages. Access them via shortcuts or by browsing and tapping, with options for fill-in-the-blank variables and AI-powered rephrasing. Organize your saved replies with folders and sync them across devices.

**Highlights:** Save and send pre-written messages, Keyboard shortcuts for quick replies, Fill-in-the-blank variables, AI-powered rephrasing, Organize replies with folders, iCloud sync across devices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fast Reply Pro (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Fast Reply Pro (Annual) | $19.99 | per year |
| Fast Reply Pro (Lifetime) | $39.99 | one-time |


### TypeShelf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typeshelf-reply-keyboard/id6743344539)

Create custom shortcuts for frequently used text and images to insert them instantly with a dedicated keyboard. Automate dates, times, and clipboard content for dynamic messages. Save time and reduce repetitive typing.

**Highlights:** Custom text and image shortcuts, Magic Variables for dates, times, clipboard, Custom keyboard access, Share reply collections, Typing speed test and time saved statistics, Group assignment and quick filters

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fast Reply free?

Fast Reply is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TypeShelf free?

TypeShelf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Fast Reply or TypeShelf?

Fast Reply is rated higher. Fast Reply averages 4.8 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while TypeShelf averages 4.3 from 25 ratings.

### Do Fast Reply or TypeShelf have ads?

Neither Fast Reply nor TypeShelf shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Fast Reply or TypeShelf?

Fast Reply ships an update every 9 days, and TypeShelf fortnightly. Most recently, Fast Reply was updated on October 30, 2026 and TypeShelf on October 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*