Comparison

Whiteboard vs Handwrite

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

Head to head
About

Whiteboard

Features
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Whiteboard is a simple, lightweight whiteboard app focused on handwriting. Whether you want to capture an idea, organize a to-do list, sketch something quickly, or keep a temporary note in view, Whiteboard lets you open a clean canvas and start writing right away. Your latest board can also appear on your Home Screen through widgets, so important content stays visible. You can place photos and stickers on your board, choose from different themes and widget styles, and make the app feel more personal. Whiteboard also supports dark mode, multiple languages, and iCloud sync to keep your latest content available across devices. Features: Smooth and natural handwriting experience Home Screen widget preview for your latest board Insert photos and stickers Multiple board themes and widget styles Dark mode and system language support iCloud sync support Whiteboard Plus: Unlock more board themes and widget styles with a one-time purchase. No subscription. Privacy Policy: https://sunset-error-e92.notion.site/Whiteboard-Widget-33844e50295480df8e2bc8ba5ccfe470

About

Handwrite

Features
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Turn any typed, pasted, or scanned text into realistic handwriting on real notebook paper โ€” then export a print-ready PDF or share it in a tap. Write thank-you notes, letters, journal pages, homework, and cards that look truly handwritten, without picking up a pen. FEATURES - Type, paste, or scan text (on-device OCR โ€” your text never leaves your iPhone) - Realistic handwriting with natural variation, so no two letters look identical - Multiple handwriting styles: neat, casual, cursive, and messy - Ink colors: blue, black, red, and pencil - Real paper templates: college-ruled, wide-ruled, grid, dotted, Cornell, legal pad, blank, and music staff - Paper sizes A3, A4, A5, A6, Letter, Legal, Tabloid, and more - Fine-tune size, line spacing, margins, and realism - Export a crisp, print-ready PDF or share instantly - Fully on-device and private Type it. We handwrite it. Terms of Use (EULA): https://handwrite-privacy.web.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://handwrite-privacy.web.app/privacy

Screenshots

Whiteboard4 screens
Handwrite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Handwrite at 15.5 against Whiteboard's 26.2. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Whiteboard sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Handwrite sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 5 level
Whiteboard versus Handwrite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWhiteboardHandwrite
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyโ€”Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS26.215.5 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size2 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerๆณฝๆ˜Ž ๅŽŸAsadbek Alisherovich

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Whiteboard

One-time1
  • Whiteboard Plus$3.99
1 purchases

Handwrite

Subscriptions1
  • Handwrite Pro$4.997 Days

Questions

Is Whiteboard free?
Whiteboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Handwrite free?
Handwrite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Whiteboard or Handwrite have ads?
Neither Whiteboard nor Handwrite shows ads.

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