Comparison

Just Write vs Loophay

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

Head to head
About

Just Write

A minimalist text editor designed to streamline the writing process. It supports both RTF and TXT formats, offering rich text editing and Markdown support. Sync your work across devices with iCloud integration.

Highlights
  • RTF and TXT file support
  • Markdown styling
  • iCloud file syncing
  • Rich text editing tools
  • Multiple themes
  • Smart selection tool (iPad)
Features
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Just Write text editor aims to simplify writing process. The app is carefully designed so that the only things that are absolutely essential to the writing process are included. Just Write supports RTF (rich text format) and TXT (plain text format) that are cross-platform formats you can open and edit in virtually any platforms. + RTF , a WYSIWYG (what you see is what you get) format, is best suitable for creating your next big story. + While TXT, supported Markdown styles, is best for notes, outline, to-do list and anything else you do with a plaintext format. Just Write has iCloud support (opt-in) so you can sync your rtf and txt files across all your devices. RTF editing features include: - Font size increase and decrease - Text color selection - Text style editing such as Bold, Italic, Underline and Strikethrough - Text alignments: Left, Right, Center, Justified - Undo, Redo - Move arrow to jump the cursor - Selection tool to select paragraph, sentence and word super fast and easy (iPad only). Using smart selection tool, you can select paragraph, sentence and word in just 1 tap!!!!!! TXT editing features include: - Accessory row includes many characters essential to writing Markdown. - Multiple fonts to choose from - Preview Markdown (in left menu) - Three themes (Light, Dark, Sepia) - Support plain text format extensions: txt, text, md, mmd, markdown, markdn, mdown, mkdn, markd, fountain - Selection tool to select paragraph, sentence and word super fast and easy (iPad only). Using smart selection tool, you can select paragraph, sentence and word in just 1 tap!!!!!! * Note: Just Write is supported by ads, but you can buy an in app purchase to remove the ads.

About

Loophay

Features
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Loophay is a self-reflection tool designed to help you explore patterns in your thinking and decision-making. Instead of traditional journaling, Loophay guides you through structured reflection modules that surface hidden loops, internal tensions, and recurring behavioral patterns. Use Loophay to: • Clarify decisions and inner conflicts • Identify repeating mental patterns • Explore different perspectives on the same situation • Turn reflection into clear next steps The app combines guided prompts with system-based insights to help you better understand how your internal signals interact. Loophay is built for personal clarity, not analysis overload. It helps you step back, observe, and move forward with intention. This app is for self-reflection only and does not provide medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice.

Screenshots

Just Write4 screens
Loophay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Loophay at none against Just Write's 1. Loophay also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price and device support 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. Just Write sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Loophay asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Just Write versus Loophay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJust WriteLoophay
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (1.8K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.8K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTung VuTamas Haidekker

Bugs and requests

Just Write

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent crashes and data loss
  • Inability to reopen saved documents
  • Unreliable auto-save functionality
  • Compatibility issues on older devices

Requested features

7 requests
  • Add dark mode option
  • Implement more font and formatting choices
  • Introduce paragraph spacing and indentation controls
  • Integrate spell check and grammar tools
  • Enable file syncing across devices
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  • Add image/multimedia support
  • Provide better file management and organization

Loophay

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Just Write

One-time1
  • No Ads$6.99
None

Loophay

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Just Write free?
Just Write is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Loophay free?
Loophay is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Just Write or Loophay have ads?
Just Write shows ads; Loophay does not.

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