Best Manuscript Apps & Games

247+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated October 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our manuscript list covers 247+ iPhone apps and games updated through October 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Manuscript Apps & Games (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Manuscript WriterManuscript WriterFree—NoYesSep 2026
2Ulysses: Writing AppUlysses: Writing AppFree4.6★ (2.2K)NoYesNov 2026
3Pages: Create DocumentsPages: Create DocumentsFree4.6★ (581K)NoYesNov 2026
4Werdsmith: Writing AppWerdsmith: Writing AppFree4.7★ (8.1K)NoYesNov 2026
5Novelist - Write novelsNovelist - Write novelsFree4.4★ (214)NoNoOct 2026
6Manuscript: Handwriting AIManuscript: Handwriting AIFree—NoYesOct 2026
7AYCM ManuscriptAYCM ManuscriptFree4.8★ (6)NoYesOct 2026
8Just Write - App For WriterJust Write - App For WriterFree4.3★ (1.8K)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Manuscript

Ulysses: Writing App#2

Ulysses: Writing App by Ulysses GmbH & Co. KG

Write a novel, story, book
Strong Contender
📊 Productivity
4.6😊(2.2K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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A distraction-free writing environment for Mac, iPhone, and iPad. It offers robust document management, seamless syncing, and flexible export options for writers of all kinds. Includes a proofreader and editing assistant.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Seamless syncing across devices
  • 👍 Simple, distraction-free writing experience
  • 💡 Powerful organization and formatting features
  • 🦋 Beautiful, customizable interface
  • ✨ Excellent for focused writing

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🐛 Occasional sync issues
  • 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and lock-in
  • 📚 Limited support for advanced formatting (tables, formulas, etc.)
  • 🤔 Steep learning curve for some users
Pages: Create Documents#3

Pages: Create Documents by Apple

Write, layout, and design
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.6😊(581K ratings)
Free
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Create visually appealing documents with a wide range of templates and editing tools. Enhance your work with multimedia, track changes, and collaborate seamlessly. Offers advanced features for writing, design, and presentation.

What We Love

  • 💻 Versatile writing app
  • 🎨 Excellent creative features
  • 🤝 Collaborative capabilities
  • 📚 Great for writing books/stories
  • 🏫 Useful for school/work documents
  • 🆓 Free and comes pre-installed

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional glitches and crashes
  • 🔍 Difficult to find/organize documents
  • 🖋️ Frustrating cursor and text editing
  • 🔄 Inconsistent sync and file management
  • 🔢 Limited font and formatting options

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FAQ about Manuscript

Are there free manuscript apps & games for iPhone?
Yes — 20 of the top manuscript apps & games we rank are free to download, including Manuscript Writer and Ulysses: Writing App.
Manuscript Writer has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 247+ manuscript apps & games on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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