Comparison

Minimal Type vs SwiftType

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

Head to head
About

Minimal Type

A minimalist typing game designed for focus and speed. Race against the clock to type words as they appear, with instant feedback on your performance. Enjoy a clutter-free experience to improve your typing skills.

Highlights
  • Stripped-down typing game
  • Focus on speed and accuracy
  • Instant WPM and accuracy feedback
  • Addictive gameplay loop
  • Clutter-free interface
Features
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Minimal Type – The Clean Typing Racer Fast fingers, clear head. Minimal Type is a stripped down typing game built for focus. Think of it as a type racer, but without the clutter. Words slide in, the clock ticks down, and it’s just you racing to keep up. No ads, no noise, just raw speed and accuracy. Every run shows your WPM and accuracy instantly, so you can chase records and see real progress. Whether you’re warming up your fingers or zoning out into flow mode, Minimal Type keeps it simple and addictive. Can you beat yourself?

About

SwiftType

Features
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How fast do you type? Find out instantly — no account required. SwiftType is a pick-up-and-play typing speed test. Take a 15, 30, or 60-second test and see your WPM, accuracy, and personal best. Build a streak, climb the ranks, and unlock achievements as you improve. FREE: • Unlimited typing tests • WPM + accuracy tracking • Personal bests & streaks • Rank system (Beginner → God Mode) • XP & level-up progression • Achievements & badges • Daily reminder notifications SWIFTTYPE PRO — One-time $4.99: • Accuracy heatmap • Word-type breakdown stats • Full history charts • Streak shield (skip a day without losing your streak) • Hard mode & premium word sets • Custom themes No subscriptions. No accounts. Just type.

Screenshots

Minimal Type3 screens
SwiftType4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Minimal Type at none against SwiftType's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. SwiftType sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Minimal Type asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Minimal Type versus SwiftType: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMinimal TypeSwiftType
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (3 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDevin RamsammyAbed Mir

In-app purchases

None

Minimal Type

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SwiftType

One-time1
  • SwiftType Pro$4.99

Questions

Is Minimal Type free?
Minimal Type is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SwiftType free?
SwiftType is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Minimal Type or SwiftType have ads?
Neither Minimal Type nor SwiftType shows ads.

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