# TypeShelf vs Cleaner Cat

The clearest difference is rating: Cleaner Cat at 4.7 against TypeShelf's 4.3. Cleaner Cat also leads on update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TypeShelf sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Cleaner Cat sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cleaner Cat holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 25 and 14 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of TypeShelf's written reviews are positive against 93% of Cleaner Cat's.

TypeShelf ships an update fortnightly, Cleaner Cat weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TypeShelf | Cleaner Cat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typeshelf-reply-keyboard/id6743344539/reviews) | **[4.7 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cleaner-cat-clean-storage/id6745424711/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **25** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 88.9% of reviews | **92.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 33 MB | 92 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nikolai Rodionov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1123457016) | [Shenzhen Lightyear-Wireless Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1637112049) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### Cleaner Cat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cleaner-cat-clean-storage/id6745424711)

This app helps you free up storage space by identifying and removing duplicate or low-quality photos and videos. It also offers video compression and a unique reward system where cleaning your device earns you virtual cat food to unlock digital cat breeds.

**Highlights:** Duplicate photo cleaner, Deep memory cleaner, Video compression, Slide to organize photos, Storage-driven rewards, 100% local processing

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $17.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Subscription | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TypeShelf free?

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

### Is Cleaner Cat free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TypeShelf or Cleaner Cat?

Cleaner Cat is rated higher. TypeShelf averages 4.3 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while Cleaner Cat averages 4.7 from 14 ratings.

### Do TypeShelf or Cleaner Cat have ads?

Neither TypeShelf nor Cleaner Cat shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TypeShelf or Cleaner Cat?

TypeShelf ships an update fortnightly, and Cleaner Cat weekly. Most recently, TypeShelf was updated on October 25, 2026 and Cleaner Cat on October 24, 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.*