Comparison

Phont vs Taplet

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

Taplet

Extract text from images and websites with a single tap. Supports Apple Pencil and Touch, with 7 different text extraction modes. Copied text syncs across Apple devices via Continuity.

Highlights
  • Web browser with OCR
  • Auto-paste keyboard
  • Extract text from images
  • Extract text from websites
  • Apple Pencil and Touch support
  • Continuity text syncing
  • Multiple text extraction modes
Features
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This is the world's first web browser with auto-paste keyboard and text recognition capabilities as well as support for both the Apple Pencil and Touch.  It allows for the ability to extract text from any picture and website displayed on the screen with just a simple tap on the screen.  There are 7 modes available to copy text from the screen:  1. Taplet 2. Draglet 3. Boxlet 4. Sizelet 5. Wavelet 6. Freestyle 7. Full Screen (In-App Purchase) With Apple's Continuity, the copied text is available to paste to any Apple device including the Mac, iPhone, and iPad.  This app is 100% advertisement free. I never ever never collect any data other than what is natively provided by Apple such as crash reports. Feel free to message me about any bugs, feedbacks, and/or concerns. Languages Supported: English, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Italian, French, Chinese (Traditional & Simplified), and many more. Please Note: * Text recognition of videos is not supported at this time (Use Apple Live Text instead). * Must enable full-access in the keyboard section of system settings for auto-paste capabilities. *** Due to Apple Privacy restrictions starting in iOS/iPadOS 16, you may need to enable "Paste from Other Apps" in the iOS/iPadOS settings ***

Screenshots

Phont4 screens
Taplet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Taplet at 4.2 against Phont's 3.2. Taplet also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 9 months) and review sentiment (60% vs 46%). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Phont sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Taplet sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Taplet holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of Phont's written reviews are positive against 60% of Taplet's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Phont ships an update every 9 months, Taplet every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Phont versus Taplet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhontTaplet
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (6 ratings)4.2 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.2% of reviews60.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS1817.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB2 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMY AR UNIPESSOAL LDA.Fahmia Insurance Agency

Customer experience

Phont

All ratings6 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive46.2%
Neutral3.8%
Negative50.0%

Taplet

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

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
1 purchases

Taplet

One-time1
  • Full Screen Mode$2.99

Questions

Is Phont free?
Phont is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Taplet free?
Taplet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Phont or Taplet?
Taplet is rated higher. Phont averages 3.2 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Taplet averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.
Do Phont or Taplet have ads?
Neither Phont nor Taplet shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Phont or Taplet?
Phont ships an update every 9 months, and Taplet every 3 weeks. Most recently, Phont was updated on September 13, 2026 and Taplet on September 20, 2026.

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