MergeKey vs L'AFFAIRE
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MergeKey
This keyboard dynamically adjusts key sizes and visibility as you type, offering larger tap targets and fewer errors. It supports 20 languages and includes customizable styles and privacy-focused features.
- Dynamic key resizing
- Hides impossible keys
- Supports 20 languages
- Customizable styles
- Privacy-focused
- Typing game
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MergeKey — the first keyboard that hides the keys you don't need. As you type, MergeKey dynamically removes impossible letters and expands the remaining keys, giving you bigger tap targets and fewer typos. It's like autocomplete, but visual — you see your options shrink in real time. MERGE MODE — UNIQUE TO MERGEKEY - Keys that can't continue your word disappear instantly - Remaining keys grow to fill the space — bigger keys, fewer mistakes - Learns new words you teach it - Toggle Merge Mode off if you prefer just the disappearing keys without resizing MADE FOR IPAD - Full-size layouts on large iPads, a roomier compact layout on smaller ones - Pinch to split the keyboard for thumb typing, with adjustable split distance - Two-finger trackpad: drag across the keys to move the cursor - Letters Only mode for a clean, focused board - Split typing on iPhone too, in landscape 31 LANGUAGES English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Polish, Czech, Slovenian, Greek, Turkish, Bulgarian, Russian, Ukrainian, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Swedish, Finnish, Danish, Norwegian, Icelandic, Lithuanian, Romanian, Hungarian, Irish, Hebrew, Arabic, Urdu (Latin), Bangla and Hindi — each with native prediction and accented character variants. English (US/GB), Spanish (ES/MX) and Portuguese (BR/PT) with correct regional dictionaries. Hindi, Bangla and Urdu in Latin letters. SMART FEATURES - Quick Settings right in the keyboard — tap the MergeKey icon - Scrolling prediction bar with up to 9 word suggestions - Long-press for accented letters and symbols - Character preview bubble on key tap - Optional dedicated number row - Double-tap shift for caps lock - Backspace hold-to-accelerate (characters, then words) - Hold 123 for a fan of digits; hold the comma key for more signs CUSTOMIZABLE STYLE - 14 keyboard styles: Default, Liquid Glass (iOS 26), Classic, Ink on Paper, Typewriter, Keycaps, Sharp, Brick, Pixel, Glossy, Metal, Backlit, Calculator, Neon - Custom key fill, border, character and accent colors - Letters that grow with their keys as they merge (optional) - 6 key fonts - Keyboard height: Compact, Normal or Tall - Transparency slider for key fill opacity - Animation speed control - Live keyboard preview in Settings and Style - Own colors for single function keys, a Black and White accent and Reset Style BUILT FOR LEARNERS - Swipe up to teach MergeKey a new word - Swipe down for continuous mode (all keys visible) - Swipe left to delete whole words - Swipe right to paste the last thing you copied - Key heatmap per language shows which letters you type most and where your thumb lands - Built-in typing game to practice in any language - Live lessons in How to – every gesture plays on your own keyboard - 3 mini games: Tennis, Surfing, Penalty Kick PRIVACY FIRST MergeKey does not collect or transmit your typing data. Everything stays on your device. MergeKey never connects to the internet. The only network activity is the App Store handling the optional tips – that's why iOS shows a Mobile Data switch for MergeKey. The optional clipboard keeps your texts on this device only. Word lists based on the Leipzig Corpora Collection (CC BY 4.0). AI4Bharat Aksharantar (CC BY).
L'AFFAIRE
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L'Affaire - Algeria's first AI-powered online marketplace. Forget yesterday's platforms. L'Affaire reinvents classifieds with a modern, intelligent, and language-barrier-free experience. Vehicles, real estate, phones, computers, fashion, jobs… list, search, and negotiate like never before. AI AT THE CORE OF EVERYTHING • Publish in a flash: snap a photo of your item, and AI detects the category, suggests a title, and writes a compelling description for you. • Visual search: no more searching for the right words. Photograph an object and instantly find matching listings. • Omni-lingual engine: search in French, Arabic, or English, and find results regardless of the listing's original language. AI automatically translates every listing into 3 languages. THE SNIPER — YOUR DEAL-HUNTING ASSISTANT Never miss an opportunity again. Create your Sniper by setting your criteria (category, price, geographic area, keywords) and receive an instant push notification as soon as a matching listing is published. You're always first in line. • Ultra-precise targeting by geographic radius • Real-time push alerts • Manage multiple Snipers simultaneously VIDEO LISTINGS Stand out with video. Film your vehicle, apartment, or item directly from the app and publish an immersive listing that captures 3x more attention than photos alone. BUILT-IN CHAT & NEGOTIATION Communicate directly with sellers and buyers through our real-time messaging. Send counter-offers in one tap with quick negotiation buttons (-5%, -10%, custom price). LOCATION-BASED SEARCH Find the best deals around you with our interactive map. Filter by wilaya, commune, or distance radius for hyper-local results. A MODERN & SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE • Reels-style interface: browse listings by swiping, just like your favorite social apps • Sleek dark mode • Fully available in French, Arabic, and English — with native RTL support • Verified profiles for trusted transactions 12 COMPLETE CATEGORIES Vehicles • Real Estate • Computers • Phones • Home & Appliances • Clothing & Fashion • Leisure & Sports • Professional Equipment • Jobs & Services • Animals • Beauty & Wellness • Tickets & Events Each category features detailed filters and specific attributes (brand, model, area, fuel type, condition…) for a precise search. BUILT FOR ALGERIA L'Affaire is made by Algerians, for Algerians. All 58 wilayas are covered, prices are in Dinars, and the experience is tailored to local habits — all powered by cutting-edge technology you won't find anywhere else. Download L'Affaire now and discover a new way to buy and sell in Algeria.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: MergeKey at none against L'AFFAIRE's shown. L'AFFAIRE's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MergeKey ships an update every 4 days, L'AFFAIRE every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MergeKey | L'AFFAIRE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 103 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Andrei Achziger | Hidouci Consulting |
In-app purchases
MergeKey
No in-app purchases
L'AFFAIRE
No in-app purchases









