AlterEgo vs ARC Type Keyboard
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AlterEgo
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Ever wish you could say something in a completely different voice - funnier, more dramatic, more poetic, or just way more interesting? AlterEgo is an AI-powered custom keyboard that instantly rewrites your messages in the voice of any persona you choose. Type your message. Pick an alter ego. Watch your words transform. HOW IT WORKS 1. Add AlterEgo to your iPhone keyboard (takes 30 seconds). 2. Open any app where you type - Messages, Instagram, Notes, WhatsApp, email, anywhere. 3. Scroll the persona rows at the top of the keyboard and tap any Alter Ego. 4. Your message is instantly rewritten in that character's voice - slang, tone, style and all. --- 250+ UNIQUE ALTER EGOS Choose from 250+ unique characters across 8 categories: - Classics: Shakespeare, Wild West Cowboy, Victorian Aristocrat, Film Noir Detective & more - Superheroes: Caped Crusader, Friendly Neighborhood Hero, Galactic Guardian & more - Sci-Fi & Space: Rogue Starship Captain, Time-Traveling Scientist, Alien Ambassador & more - Fantasy & Magic: Ancient Wizard, Dragon Whisperer, Elven Archer & more - Sports: NBA Hardcourt Fanatic, Football Superfan, Soccer Ultra & more - Pop Culture: K-Pop Stan, Marvel Devotee, Swiftie, Cinephile & more - Lifestyle: Wellness Guru, Foodie, Bookworm, Fitness Coach & more - Regional: Surfer, Southern Belle, New Yorker, Texas Cowboy & more --- SMART REWRITES AlterEgo's AI doesn't just slap a theme on your message - it understands context. A casual "what's up?" gets a quick, punchy reply. A venting message gets a more dramatic, emotionally aware response. Every persona has its own signature moves, catchphrases, and speech patterns. --- FAVORITES Long-press any persona on the keyboard to instantly save it to your Favorites row for one-tap access. --- REWRITE HISTORY Every rewrite you keep is saved to your History tab in the AlterEgo app. Browse past rewrites, share them as cards, or use them for inspiration. --- Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the renewal date. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID settings. --- AlterEgo requires "Full Access" to enable AI rewrites. No personal messages are stored on our servers. Rewrite requests use only the text you actively select for transformation. ---- SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS ---- 5 free rewrites per day, no account required. AlterEgo Pro unlocks unlimited rewrites and all 250+ characters. Three plans available: • Weekly: $2.99/week • Monthly: $5.99/month • Yearly: $24.99/year A 3-day free trial is available for new subscribers. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Your Apple ID account will be charged upon confirmation of purchase and at the start of each renewal period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your Apple ID Account Settings. ---- LEGAL ---- Privacy Policy: https://smorgiapps.com/privacy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://smorgiapps.com/terms/
ARC Type Keyboard
This keyboard app enhances typing speed and privacy with on-device AI for word prediction and automatic punctuation. It supports multilingual typing and includes a built-in calculator for ultimate productivity.
- On-device word prediction
- Automatic punctuation
- Multilingual typing
- Built-in calculator
- Customizable layout
- Privacy-focused design
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ARC Type is a fast, private productivity keyboard designed to make everyday typing feel effortless. Built around on-device intelligence, ARC Type helps you write faster with smart word prediction, automatic punctuation, multilingual typing and useful productivity tools — all inside a clean, simple keyboard. POWERED BY NANOLM ARC Type uses NanoLM, our lightweight language prediction system designed specifically for fast on-device typing. Instead of relying on cloud processing, NanoLM analyzes language locally to surface words that naturally fit what you're writing. FAST ON-DEVICE WORD PREDICTION Get useful suggestions as you type without interrupting your flow. ARC Type is designed to anticipate the words that naturally come next, helping you finish sentences with fewer keystrokes. ULTRA PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your keyboard should be one of the most private parts of your phone. ARC Type is built around on-device processing, keeping its core typing intelligence local rather than sending your writing to a remote AI service. MULTILINGUAL TYPING Write naturally across: • English • Spanish • French • German • Italian ARC Type can adapt as you type, making multilingual conversations faster and easier. AUTOMATIC PUNCTUATION Spend less time switching between keyboard layouts. ARC Type helps insert punctuation naturally so you can stay focused on what you're writing. A KEYBOARD THAT FITS YOU Adjust the keyboard to better fit your hands and the way you type. Whether you're typing with one hand or two, ARC Type is designed to make reaching every key more comfortable. BUILT-IN CALCULATOR Access a powerful calculator directly from your keyboard without constantly switching apps. Perfect for quick calculations while messaging, working, shopping or taking notes. ULTIMATE PRODUCTIVITY TOOL ARC Type brings prediction, multilingual typing, punctuation, customization and useful tools together in one simple keyboard. No clutter. No distractions. Just a faster way to type. ARC Type is currently free for a limited time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ARC Type Keyboard at none against AlterEgo's 10. ARC Type Keyboard also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 months). AlterEgo's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads 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. AlterEgo sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. ARC Type Keyboard asks for nothing beyond the download.
AlterEgo ships an update every 6 months, ARC Type Keyboard every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AlterEgo | ARC Type Keyboard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.6 (5 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 5 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Smorgi | ARC Galaxia LLC |
In-app purchases
AlterEgo
- AlterEgoAI Pro Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- AlterEgoAI Pro Yearly3 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Lifestyle & Hobbies Pack$1.99
- Pop Culture Pack$1.99
- Sports Fanatics Pack$1.99
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- Regional Pack$1.99
- Superheroes Pack$4.99
- Classics Pack$4.99
- Sci-Fi & Space Pack$4.99
- All Packs Bundle$13.99
ARC Type Keyboard
No in-app purchases









