Comparison

Typewrite vs TaskTerminal

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

Head to head
About

Typewrite

This app offers a distraction-free writing experience with a minimalist design and optional typewriter sound effects. Customize your writing environment with various fonts and easily export your work to other applications.

Highlights
  • Distraction-free writing interface
  • Optional typewriter sound effects
  • Font customization
  • Plain text export
  • Autosave functionality
Features
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Typewrite is a distraction free writing machine that fits in your pocket. Its sleek and minimalist design will keep you focused, while still providing all the important features you need. With a wide range of customization options to chose from, you can craft the perfect environment to suit your writing style. Optional typewriting sound-effects are even included for some added old-fashioned ambiance! Whatever your project may be, Typewrite can help you get your ideas out of your head and onto the page. And once they're there, everything is easily exportable so you can continue revising on your computer in your favorite programs. Take a look at some of Typewrite's great features: - Typewriter sound effects: optional typing sounds help you find your flow - Font customization: choose from a variety of fonts and styles - Project export: export as a plain text file, editable by other writing apps - Autosave: projects saved automatically as you go, so you never lose your work

About

TaskTerminal

Features
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TaskTerminal – Your personal task organizer with a retro-inspired interface. TaskTerminal brings the feeling of classic electronic organizers into a modern productivity app. Designed with a minimal LCD-inspired interface, it helps you capture, organize, and complete your tasks without unnecessary distractions. Capture tasks instantly Use Inbox to quickly save new tasks as they come to mind. No need to organize everything immediately. Add your ideas first, then decide later how and when they should be completed. Plan your day Your Plan gives you a clear overview of what matters today. See: * overdue tasks that still need attention * tasks scheduled for today * upcoming days by scrolling further through your timeline Stay focused on the present while keeping your future plans within reach. Organize with groups Create custom groups to structure your tasks your way. Each group can have: * its own icon * its own accent color Tasks automatically inherit their group’s visual identity, making your system easy to scan and understand. Smart scheduling TaskTerminal supports flexible planning: * one-time tasks * daily repeats * weekly repeats with custom weekdays * monthly repeats * custom intervals Set up recurring tasks while keeping full control over your schedule. Designed for focus TaskTerminal is built around simplicity: * fast task creation * intuitive swipe actions * clean list-based organization * minimal dialogs * focused interactions Every element is designed to feel like a dedicated productivity device rather than another overloaded task app. A modern tool with a classic soul Inspired by the technology of the 80s and 90s, TaskTerminal combines nostalgic LCD aesthetics with modern iOS interactions. A simple system for your tasks. A clearer way to plan your day.

Screenshots

Typewrite4 screens
TaskTerminal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TaskTerminal at Free against Typewrite's $1.99. Typewrite's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On ads, in-app purchases 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

TaskTerminal is free to download; Typewrite costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Typewrite versus TaskTerminal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTypewriteTaskTerminal
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNicholas ShoemakerMoritz Staigl

In-app purchases

None

Typewrite

No in-app purchases

None

TaskTerminal

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Typewrite free?
Typewrite costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TaskTerminal free?
TaskTerminal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Typewrite or TaskTerminal have ads?
Neither Typewrite nor TaskTerminal shows ads.

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