# Dearscript vs FontMaker

The clearest difference is rating: FontMaker at 5.0 against Dearscript's 1.0. FontMaker also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.5). Dearscript's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FontMaker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Dearscript asks for nothing beyond the download.

FontMaker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dearscript | FontMaker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dearscript/id6792210480/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fontmaker-make-your-own-font/id6816408454/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 6 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.5 | **18.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dennis Koch](https://appshunter.io/developer/6781455201) | [Gaudin Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1446698288) |

## What reviewers say

### Dearscript

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dearscript/id6792210480)

Transform your handwritten notes into a custom, installable font for your devices. Create unique typography using Apple Pencil with various brush options and natural letter variations. Export your font for use across multiple applications and platforms.

**Highlights:** Handwriting to font conversion, Apple Pencil support, Live font preview, System-wide font installation, Font file export, Multiple brush types, Pressure-sensitive strokes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### FontMaker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fontmaker-make-your-own-font/id6816408454)

Transform your handwriting into a custom font for your iPhone and iPad. Draw or scan your letters, then use your unique font in various apps. Create personalized fonts with multiple letter variations and adjustable spacing.

**Highlights:** Draw letters with finger or Apple Pencil, Scan handwritten letters from paper, Create fonts with multiple letter forms, Adjust letter size, height, and spacing, Install fonts on iPhone and iPad, Export .ttf files for computer use, Sync fonts across devices via iCloud

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FontMaker Pro, monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| FontMaker Pro, for life | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dearscript free?

Dearscript is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is FontMaker free?

FontMaker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Dearscript or FontMaker?

FontMaker is rated higher. Dearscript averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while FontMaker averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Dearscript or FontMaker have ads?

Neither Dearscript nor FontMaker shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*