TypeFlow vs Private Writer Markdown Editor
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TypeFlow
This app provides real-time English to Spanish translation directly within your keyboard. It allows for seamless communication without switching apps, preserving meaning and emotion for natural conversations. All processing is done on-device for speed and privacy.
- Real-time translation as you type
- On-device processing for privacy
- Works in any app
- Natural translation for conversations
- No internet required
- One-time purchase
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Have Spanish-speaking friends? Start with what you want to say. TypeFlow helps you write messages in Spanish right from your keyboard. Type in English and see Spanish suggestions as you go. Learn from the messages you actually want to send. Make plans, share your day, or thank a friend. See how everyday words and phrases are expressed in Spanish while you write. Keep the conversation going. Use the TypeFlow keyboard in supported apps to write your message without switching to a separate translation app. Write a word or a sentence. Get Spanish suggestions as you type in English, or use full-sentence translation to help express a longer thought. Choose the suggestion you want to insert into your message. On-device translation. TypeFlow processes translations on your device, helping you write in Spanish even when you are offline. Try TypeFlow and explore the available in-app purchases to unlock more features. Local AI is available through a separate subscription. Created by an independent developer to make everyday conversations across languages easier. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://etwang1991.github.io/typeflow/PRIVACY.md
Private Writer Markdown Editor
A fast, distraction-free writing application focused on privacy and security. It offers a clean interface for writing in Markdown or plain text with live formatting and auto-save. All your notes are stored locally and can be locked with a PIN.
- Markdown and plain text writing
- Live formatting
- Auto-save
- Local data storage
- PIN app lock
- PDF export
- Search and pin notes
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▶ Private Writer – Write. Lock. Own your notes. ▶ Private Writer is a fast, distraction-free writing app built for people who care about privacy and focus. ▶ No account. No cloud. No tracking. Just write. ▶ Fast & Clean Writing ▷ Write in Markdown or plain text ▷ Live formatting while you type ▷ Smooth, lag-free editing ▷ Auto-save instantly — never lose your work ▶ Beautiful Preview ▷ Switch to a clean full preview ▷ Perfect for reading and reviewing ▷ Distraction-free layout ▶ Stay Organized ▷ Search by title and content ▷ Pin important notes ▷ Find everything instantly ▶ Private by Default ▷ Lock app with a 6-digit PIN ▷ All data stored locally ▷ No account • No cloud • No tracking ▶ Export Anytime ▷ Export notes as clean PDF ▷ Share or save anywhere ▶ Built for Focus Private Writer removes everything you don’t need. • No setup • No clutter • No distractions Just a calm space to think and write. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Private Writer Markdown Editor at 5.0 against TypeFlow's 4.0. Private Writer Markdown Editor also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 6 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. TypeFlow sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Private Writer Markdown Editor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Private Writer Markdown Editor holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 3 respectively.
TypeFlow ships an update every 6 weeks, Private Writer Markdown Editor daily. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.
| Parameter | TypeFlow | Private Writer Markdown Editor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (4 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 64 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 弈天 汪 | Hai Nam Trinh |
Customer experience
TypeFlow
Private Writer Markdown Editor
In-app purchases
TypeFlow
- Local AI Translation$0.991 Month
- Lifetime Unlock – Spanish$9.99
Private Writer Markdown Editor
- Unlock Premium$1.99
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