Best Simple Keyboard Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated October 2026

Microsoft SwiftKey AI Keyboard is the household name in simple keyboard, but it's far from the only option. We track 248+ alternatives and competitors on iOS β€” many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Simple Keyboard Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Microsoft SwiftKey AI KeyboardMicrosoft SwiftKey AI KeyboardFree4.6β˜… (122K)NoYesNov 2026
2DumbKeyboardDumbKeyboardFreeβ€”NoNoMay 2026
3iKeyboard -Cool Keyboard ThemeiKeyboard -Cool Keyboard ThemeFree4.2β˜… (2.8K)NoNoNov 2026
4Lisu Simple KeyboardLisu Simple KeyboardFree2.7β˜… (3)NoNoOct 2026
5Custom Keyboard - TipedCustom Keyboard - TipedFreeβ€”NoYesJul 2026
6Symbol Keyboard for TextingSymbol Keyboard for TextingFree4.6β˜… (3K)YesNoNov 2026
7Symbol Keyboard - 2000+ SignsSymbol Keyboard - 2000+ SignsFree4.6β˜… (7.3K)YesNoNov 2026
8MultiLink: Remote KeyboardMultiLink: Remote KeyboardFreeβ€”YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Simple Keyboard

Microsoft SwiftKey AI Keyboard#1

Microsoft SwiftKey AI Keyboard by SwiftKey

Copilot | Emojis | Tone change
Editor's Choice
πŸ”§ Utilities
4.6😐(122K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This intelligent keyboard learns your writing style to provide accurate autocorrect and helpful predictions. It offers customizable themes and quick access to emojis and GIFs, allowing you to communicate faster and more efficiently.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Smooth swiping and typing experience
  • πŸ‘ Customizable keyboard themes
  • πŸ’‘ Supports multiple languages
  • πŸš€ Accurate word predictions
  • πŸ‘ Helpful punctuation and emoji features

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Keyboard glitches and crashes
  • πŸ› Inconsistent autocorrect and word replacement
  • πŸ› Keyboard disappearing or reverting to default
  • πŸ”’ Privacy concerns around full keyboard access
  • πŸ”‹ Increased battery drain
iKeyboard -Cool Keyboard Theme#3

iKeyboard -Cool Keyboard Theme by ε€§ζž— ι™ˆ

Colorful Themes,Fonts & Gifs
Worth Considering
πŸ”§ Utilities
4.2😊(2.8K ratings)
Free
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Enhance your typing experience with a customizable keyboard offering a vast library of emojis, fonts, and themes. Enjoy precise word prediction and auto-correction for faster communication. Personalize your device with unique skins and sounds.

What We Love

  • 🀩 Amazing and nice keyboard app
  • πŸ‘ Great customization features
  • 🎢 Ability to add music while typing
  • πŸ’― Completely free with no ads

Room to Improve

  • πŸ”’ Concerns about developer access to personal information
  • πŸ“΅ Keyboard not working on certain apps like WhatsApp
  • πŸ’€ Keyboard not always showing up or working properly
  • πŸ” Difficult to find and apply custom keyboards

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FAQ about Simple Keyboard

What are the best simple keyboard apps for iPhone?
Microsoft SwiftKey AI Keyboard tops our simple keyboard apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 122K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes β€” 18 of the top simple keyboard apps we rank are free to download, including Microsoft SwiftKey AI Keyboard and DumbKeyboard.
Microsoft SwiftKey AI Keyboard has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 248+ simple keyboard apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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