Comparison

DevDeck vs GhostSpeech

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

Head to head
About

DevDeck

Features
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DevDeck turns your iPhone or iPad into a customizable shortcut deck for your Mac. Launch apps, run terminal commands, trigger multi-step workflows, and organize everything into context-aware decks — all with a single tap. HOW IT WORKS Install the free DevDeck Server on your Mac (via Homebrew or DMG). The app auto-discovers the server on your local network — no manual configuration needed. Scan a QR code or let mDNS handle the pairing. CONTEXT-AWARE DECKS Your shortcuts automatically switch based on the active app on your Mac. Working in VS Code? Dev tools appear. Switched to Zoom? Meeting controls are ready. On Slack? Communication shortcuts at your fingertips. Define rules per app or let AI generate them. AI-POWERED GENERATION Describe what you want in plain English and AI generates commands, full decks, or multi-step workflows. Supports Claude, OpenAI, and local Ollama models. Preview and edit before saving. MULTI-STEP WORKFLOWS Chain actions together with dynamic inputs. One tap to "start my meeting" can open Zoom, snooze Slack notifications, and set your status — all automatically. Template variables let you reuse workflows with different inputs. BROWSER AUTOMATION With the optional Chrome extension, automate web pages directly from your phone — click buttons, fill forms with semantic field matching, and navigate sites. CUSTOM ICONS Use SF Symbols or your own PNG/JPEG images with color tinting. Make your deck truly yours. FEATURES - One-tap app launching and command execution - Context-aware auto-switching decks - AI command, context, and workflow generation - Multi-step workflow automation with templated inputs - Browser automation via Chrome extension - Custom icons with color tinting - Auto-discovery via Bonjour (mDNS) - QR code pairing - Portrait and landscape layouts - Haptic feedback - Configurable grid layout - Hot-reload configuration — no restart needed - Secure WebSocket communication - Dark mode optimized REQUIREMENTS - Mac running DevDeck Server (free download at devdeck.app) - iPhone and Mac on the same network (or use ngrok for remote access) - iOS 17.0 or later Visit devdeck.app for documentation and server download

About

GhostSpeech

This AI-powered keyboard allows you to dictate, rewrite text, search the web for answers, and find GIFs directly from your typing interface. Enjoy unlimited free dictation and choose to sign in for a connected experience or use limited on-device features.

Highlights
  • Unlimited free dictation
  • Rewrite text and notes
  • Web search for answers
  • GIF search
  • On-device processing option
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GhostSpeech is an agentic keyboard for iPhone. Use unlimited free dictation. Rewrite notes and messages, ask questions with web search, and find GIFs without leaving where you type. Sign in with Apple for the full connected experience, or continue without an account for limited on-device features where your speech and text stay on your device. Some features require an account, internet access, and available monthly usage or GhostSpeech Pro. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ GhostSpeech Terms of Service: https://ghostspeech.ai/terms Privacy Policy: https://ghostspeech.ai/privacy

Screenshots

DevDeck4 screens
GhostSpeech4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DevDeck at none against GhostSpeech's 2. GhostSpeech's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). 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. GhostSpeech sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. DevDeck asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DevDeck ships an update every 2 months, GhostSpeech every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
DevDeck versus GhostSpeech: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDevDeckGhostSpeech
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB91 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperPablo FonsecaVESTAPLAN, INC.

In-app purchases

None

DevDeck

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

GhostSpeech

Subscriptions2
  • GhostSpeech Pro14 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • GhostSpeech Pro14 Days trial$99.991 Year

Questions

Is DevDeck free?
DevDeck is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GhostSpeech free?
GhostSpeech is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DevDeck or GhostSpeech have ads?
Neither DevDeck nor GhostSpeech shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DevDeck or GhostSpeech?
DevDeck ships an update every 2 months, and GhostSpeech every 2 weeks. Most recently, DevDeck was updated on October 25, 2026 and GhostSpeech on October 16, 2026.

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