Eye Keyboard vs AACtive
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Eye Keyboard
This app enables text input using only eye movements, offering a hands-free communication solution for individuals with limited mobility. It features basic eye-tracking for free, with premium options for advanced features like predictive text and voice output.
- Eye-tracking text input
- Hands-free operation
- Grid-based keyboard
- Smart word suggestions
- Voice output
- Email integration
- Privacy-focused processing
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Eye Keyboard is an innovative assistive technology app that enables text input through eye movements alone. Designed with accessibility at its core, this app empowers individuals with limited mobility to communicate, type, and interact with their devices using only their eyes. **Who Can Benefit** Eye Keyboard is particularly helpful for individuals with conditions that limit physical movement but retain eye mobility, including: - ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) - Locked-in Syndrome - Cerebral Palsy (CP) - Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) - Stroke survivors with severe motor impairment - Muscular Dystrophy - Multiple Sclerosis (MS) - Other conditions affecting motor control **Key Features** FREE: - Basic Eye-Tracking Technology: Try the core eye-tracking functionality - Grid-Based Keyboard: Test the interface with limited usage PREMIUM (In-App Purchase Required): - Advanced Eye-Tracking Technology: Full access to precise text input using your device's TrueDepth camera - Unlimited Usage: No restrictions on typing sessions - Smart Word Suggestions: Intelligent predictive text to speed up typing - Customizable Settings: Adjust sensitivity, dwell time, and other parameters to match your needs - Voice Output: Text-to-speech functionality to help you communicate - Email Integration: Send emails directly from the app ALL VERSIONS: - Hands-Free Operation: Complete text input without touching the screen - Privacy-Focused: All processing happens on your device - no data leaves your phone **How It Works** 1. Position your device at a comfortable viewing distance 2. Look at the keyboard grid displayed on screen 3. Focus your gaze on the desired letter or function 4. The app detects your eye position and makes selections based on dwell time 5. Build words and sentences naturally through eye movements **Important Medical Disclaimer** Eye Keyboard is designed as a communication and accessibility aid. This app is NOT a medical device and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. It should not be used as a substitute for professional medical equipment, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals regarding your medical needs. **Privacy and Security** Your privacy is our priority. Eye Keyboard processes all eye-tracking data locally on your device. We do not collect, store, or transmit your eye-tracking information or typed content to any external servers. For more information: - Privacy Policy: https://lago.chat/eye/privacy-policy.html - Terms of Use: https://lago.chat/eye/terms-of-use.html **Requirements** - Device with TrueDepth camera (iPhone X or later, iPad Pro 11-inch or later, iPad Pro 12.9-inch 3rd generation or later) - iOS 13.0 or later - ARKit support **Support** We are committed to making Eye Keyboard the best assistive technology tool possible. If you have questions, feedback, or need assistance, please reach out to our support team through the app's contact feature. Eye Keyboard - Empowering communication through eye-tracking technology.
AACtive
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AACtive is an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) app for people who cannot speak or use their hands freely. It can be controlled entirely with your eyes — using proprietary gaze-tracking technology based on the TrueDepth camera — or by touch. KEY FEATURES • Eye-gaze control: look at a button to activate it (dwell technology). Quick calibration takes about 20 seconds. • Touch mode: full functionality with no calibration — for users and caregivers. • Communication boards: quick dialog (yes/no), wellbeing and needs — with clear symbols and speech synthesis. • Pain assessment: a 0–10 scale and pointing to where it hurts, spoken as full sentences. • On-screen keyboards: QWERTY, alphabetical and modular — type and speak any message. • Everything is read aloud in Polish, English or German. PRIVACY Camera and face data are processed on the device only and never leave it. The app has no accounts, no ads and no analytics. TRY IT FREE A 7-day demo with no payment details required. Full access: weekly or monthly subscription (with a 3-day free trial) or a one-time lifetime purchase. Eye-gaze control requires a device with a TrueDepth camera. Touch mode works on any device. AACtive is a communication support tool — it is not a medical device or an emergency system. Terms of Use (EULA): https://assistech.eu/aactive/terms-of-use-en.html Privacy Policy: https://assistech.eu/aactive/privacy-policy-en.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Eye Keyboard at every 3 weeks against AACtive's every 2 months. Eye Keyboard also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Eye Keyboard sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and AACtive sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Eye Keyboard ships an update every 3 weeks, AACtive every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Eye Keyboard | AACtive |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Grand Penway | AssisTech Sp. z o.o. |
In-app purchases
Eye Keyboard
- Full Version Unlock$19.99
AACtive
- Weekly Plan$3.997 Days
- Monthly Plan3 Days trial$8.991 Month
- Lifetime Plan$34.99








