Comparison

Phont vs Bakey

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

Head to head
About

Phont

Easily install and manage custom fonts on your device. Access a library of over 5000 fonts or import your own to enhance projects in various creative and productivity applications.

Highlights
  • 5000+ ready-to-use fonts
  • Import custom font files
  • Preview, try, and apply fonts
  • Sort by language & search by name
  • Comprehensive font licensing
  • Integrates with Procreate, GoodNotes, Adobe, Office
Features
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Introducing Phont - Unleash Your Font Freedom! Tired of the same old fonts? Are you a designer, developer, artist, or simply a creative enthusiast who wants to add a unique flair to your projects? Meet Phont, the one-stop solution for all your typographic needs. ◉ 5000+ Ready-to-Use Fonts Choose from a vast library of over 5000 pre-embedded fonts. With just one tap, infuse your work with elegance, playfulness, or a punch of boldness. Phont opens up a world of creativity, making each of your projects stand out. You can use installed fonts in but not limited to Procreate, GoodNotes, Notability, Xodo, Pages, Keynote, Cricut Design Space, most Adobe applications, and the Microsoft Office suite. ◉ Import Custom Fonts with Ease Can't find what you're looking for? Import your custom font files and get creative. Phont's user-friendly interface allows seamless importing and management of all your favorite custom fonts. ◉ Preview, Try, and Apply Browse, view, and experiment with different fonts and styles effortlessly. Phont's advanced preview feature allows you to visualize the fonts in action before you commit. Explore and find the perfect fit for your brand or personal style. ◉ Sort by Language & Search by Name Discover fonts that resonate with your audience by sorting through various languages. Whether you're looking for a font to match your international campaign or just a fresh design, Phont has you covered. And with the intuitive search function, finding the font by name has never been easier. ◉ Comprehensive Font Licensing Forget the hassles of legal ambiguity. Phont provides clear licensing information for all embedded fonts. Now, you can concentrate on creating masterpieces without worrying about compliance. ◉ Why Phont? Versatility: From professional designs to personalized projects, Phont serves all. Accessibility: One tap, and it's yours! Everything at your fingertips. Innovation: Constant updates to keep your creativity flowing with new and exciting fonts. Join the millions of designers, developers, and creatives who have discovered the endless possibilities with Phont. Download the app today, and experience the freedom of endless creativity. Your next design awaits a touch of brilliance, and Phont is here to help you achieve it. ◉ Phont - Your Typography Partner in Creativity! Get Phont, and #BePhontastic! Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Bakey

Easily install and use custom fonts across your favorite iPad and iPhone apps. Elevate your notes, documents, and designs with over 2,000 beautiful fonts, many included at no extra cost. Fonts are licensed for your convenience.

Highlights
  • Install fonts directly into apps
  • Works with Notes, Docs, Design apps
  • Over 2,000 fonts available
  • 1,000+ fonts included
  • One-tap font installation
  • Licensed for use
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Your iPad and iPhone are powerful creative tools. Bakey makes them even better — by putting beautiful fonts into the apps you already use every day. Install a font once in Bakey, and it appears directly inside the font menus of your favorite apps. No copying files. No technical steps. Just open your app, pick your font, and create. WORKS INSIDE THESE APPS ∙ Note-Taking & Journaling GoodNotes · Notability · CollaNote · Day One · Freeform ∙ Office & Documents Microsoft Word · Excel · PowerPoint Pages · Numbers · Keynote ∙ Creative & Design Adobe Photoshop · Illustrator · Fresco · Sketchbook ∙ Video Editing LumaFusion · KineMaster ∙ PDF & Publishing PDF Expert · Flexcil Install a font in Bakey — and it's ready inside these apps, right where you create. ELEVATE EVERYTHING YOU MAKE The right font changes everything. A note feels more personal. A presentation looks more polished. A design stands out. Bakey gives you the fonts to make it happen — across your apps, on every screen. ∙ 2,000+ fonts available in one place ∙ 1,000+ fonts included at no extra cost with a simple login ∙ One-tap install — fonts are ready across your apps ∙ Licensed for use — no copyright concerns NOTES ∙ Custom font support requires iOS / iPadOS 13.2 or later. Font availability depends on whether the target app supports custom fonts — contact that app's developer if fonts don't appear. ∙ iOS beta versions may not support font installation. Use a stable iOS release for full functionality. ∙ On iOS 26, fonts may take a moment to appear. This usually resolves on its own. ∙ Fonts are available while Bakey is installed. Uninstalling the app removes font access. ∙ Purchases are non-renewing (1 year), made via Apple Account. View history: Settings → Apple ID → Media & Purchases → Purchase History. ∙ For refunds or billing issues, contact Apple Support. ∙ Deleting your account removes access to purchased fonts. Need help? We've got you. cs@sandoll.co.kr

Screenshots

Phont4 screens
Bakey4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Bakey at 4.8 against Phont's 3.2. Bakey also leads on review sentiment (80% vs 50%) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 9 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Phont sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Bakey sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bakey holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bakey has 278 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Phont's written reviews are positive against 80% of Bakey's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Phont ships an update every 9 months, Bakey every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Phont versus Bakey: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhontBakey
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (6 ratings)4.8 (278 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6278 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1815.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMY AR UNIPESSOAL LDA.Sandoll Inc.

Customer experience

Phont

All ratings6 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral3.6%
Negative46.4%

Bakey

All ratings277 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral2.5%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews60 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative15.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Phont

Subscriptions3
  • Phont Pro Monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Phont Pro 6 Months7 Days trial$3.996 Months
  • Phont Pro Yearly7 Days trial$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • Phont Lifetime VIP$29.99
10 purchases

Bakey

One-time10
  • Egg9 CarrotDiary Regular$2.99
  • And ToDolist M$2.99
  • Nm SunshineToday$2.99
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  • Dain Essay Medium$2.99
  • GF NewPenGray M Light$2.99
  • WDletsgotrip$2.99
  • WDgreatjob$2.99
  • Bori Toobusy$2.99
  • TSsparrowmill$2.99
  • WDgoodfriafternoon$2.99

Questions

Is Phont free?
Phont is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bakey free?
Bakey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Phont or Bakey?
Bakey is rated higher. Phont averages 3.2 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Bakey averages 4.8 from 278 ratings.
Do Phont or Bakey have ads?
Neither Phont nor Bakey shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Phont or Bakey?
Phont ships an update every 9 months, and Bakey every 10 days. Most recently, Phont was updated on November 1, 2026 and Bakey on November 3, 2026.

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