# Better Font vs Font Maker

Better Font and Font Maker both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 75% of Better Font's written reviews are positive against 20% of Font Maker's. Better Font also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (87K vs 8.2K). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Better Font sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year and Font Maker sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Better Font against 4.4 for Font Maker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Better Font has 87K ratings behind it against 8.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Better Font's written reviews are positive against 20% of Font Maker's.

Better Font ships an update every 3 weeks, Font Maker every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Better Font | Font Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (87K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/better-font-s-cool-keyboard-s/id735011588/reviews)** | [4.4 (8.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/font-maker-cursive-keyboard/id1582959159/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **87K** | 8.2K |
| Positive reviews | **74.6% of reviews** | 20.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 67 MB | 126 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Daneco Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/418615960) | [Robin Media Apps, SOCIEDAD LIMITADA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1629461051) |

## What reviewers say

### Better Font

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/better-font-s-cool-keyboard-s/id735011588)

Express yourself with a vast collection of unique fonts and stylish keyboard themes. Easily apply custom text styles across all your favorite social media and messaging apps. Elevate your typing experience with creative options and personalized skins.

**Highlights:** Over 118 unique fonts, Emoji text and upside down text, Bubble letters and creative styles, Works on all major social media, Easy font application, Customizable keyboard themes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Everything | $19.99 | per year |
| Unlock Everything | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlock everything | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlock everything | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlock everything | $59.99 | per year |
| Cute Words | $1.99 | one-time |
| Emoticons | $1.99 | one-time |
| Girls Only | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Caps | $1.99 | one-time |
| Cool Story Bro | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💖 Awesome fonts
- 🎨 Customizable keyboard
- 🆓 Some free fonts
- 🤩 Fun and creative
- 🥰 Love the app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Many fonts locked behind paywall
- 🤯 Too many ads
- 🤔 Confusing to use
- 🔒 Requires full keyboard access
- 🤨 Location access requested

**Reported bugs**

- Locked fonts still show up on keyboard
- Selected fonts not actually applied
- Keyboard font different from in-app selection

**Requested features**

- More free font options
- Easier font switching
- Better font organization
- Customizable font creation


### Font Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/font-maker-cursive-keyboard/id1582959159)

Design your own unique fonts by drawing characters with your finger or choose from a wide collection of pre-made styles. Personalize your keyboard with custom skins to make your messages and social media posts stand out. Express your individuality with endless creative possibilities.

**Highlights:** Create custom fonts by drawing, Browse ready-to-use font collection, Customize keyboard with new skins, Make messages and posts stand out, Express unique personality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Font Maker VIP | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscribtion w/ Trial | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscribtion w/o Trial | $9.99 | per month |
| premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscribtion w/ Trial | $19.99 | per year |
| Font Maker Yearly Subscribtion | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Ability to create custom fonts
- 👍 Easy to use font creation process
- ⭐ Some users find the app fun and enjoyable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription to fully utilize app
- 🚫 Cannot use self-created fonts outside of the app
- 📢 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable font creation/usage

**Reported bugs**

- Fonts not saving properly
- App freezes and crashes
- Issues with font rendering and usage

**Requested features**

- Allow free usage of self-created fonts
- Improve font export and integration with other apps
- Reduce ads and in-app purchases


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Better Font free?

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

### Is Font Maker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Better Font or Font Maker?

Better Font is rated higher. Better Font averages 4.4 out of 5 from 87K ratings, while Font Maker averages 4.4 from 8.2K ratings.

### Do Better Font or Font Maker have ads?

Font Maker shows ads; Better Font does not.

### Which is updated more often, Better Font or Font Maker?

Better Font ships an update every 3 weeks, and Font Maker every 4 weeks. Most recently, Better Font was updated on November 11, 2026 and Font Maker on November 11, 2026.

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