Best Highlighter Text Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
10 free apps
Updated November 2026

Whether you're new to highlighter text or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 248+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Highlighter Text Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Black Highlighter: Redact TextBlack Highlighter: Redact TextFree4.4★ (93)NoYesNov 2026
2Highlighter for SafariHighlighter for SafariFree was $2.993.8★ (19)NoYesNov 2026
3Snaplight - Photo HighlighterSnaplight - Photo HighlighterFree4.1★ (32)NoYesOct 2026
4Web Highlights: HighlighterWeb Highlights: HighlighterFree—NoNoNov 2026
5Highlighter PenHighlighter PenFree2.5★ (39)—NoOct 2026
6Highlighter - Focus on detailHighlighter - Focus on detail$0.993.3★ (6)NoNoOct 2026
7Excerpt - The Book HighlighterExcerpt - The Book HighlighterFree4.8★ (36)NoYesOct 2026
8Highlight PDF - Markup NotesHighlight PDF - Markup NotesFree—NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Highlighter Text

Black Highlighter: Redact Text#1

Black Highlighter: Redact Text by Cocoatype, LLC

Censor & secure screenshots
Editor's Choice
📷 Photo & Video
4.4(93 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Easily hide sensitive information in photos and screenshots. The app automatically detects text and covers it perfectly, ensuring your privacy. It also offers advanced features for automatic redaction of specific data and custom shortcuts for efficient workflows.

Highlighter for Safari#2

Highlighter for Safari by Denk Alexandru

Annotate & take notes on pages
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
3.8(19 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Annotate webpages directly within your Safari browser. Highlight text, add notes, and permanently save your edits for future review. All data is stored locally for simplicity and privacy.

Snaplight - Photo Highlighter#3

Snaplight - Photo Highlighter by Tanner Christensen

Spotlight text & screenshots
Worth Considering
📷 Photo & Video
4.1(32 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Easily highlight important elements in photos and screenshots to make your message clear and details stand out. This app offers quick editing with custom fades, vibrant colors, and smart text highlighting. Share your enhanced visuals effortlessly.

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FAQ about Highlighter Text

What are the best highlighter text apps for iPhone?
Black Highlighter: Redact Text tops our highlighter text apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.4-star average from 93 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 10 of the top highlighter text apps we rank are free to download, including Black Highlighter: Redact Text and Highlighter for Safari.
Black Highlighter: Redact Text has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 248+ highlighter text apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.