Best Swipe Keyboards Apps

244+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated October 2026

Whether you're new to swipe keyboards or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 244+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Swipe Keyboards Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Microsoft SwiftKey AI KeyboardMicrosoft SwiftKey AI KeyboardFree4.6★ (121K)NoYesOct 2026
2Gboard – the Google KeyboardGboard – the Google KeyboardFree4.1★ (59K)NoNoOct 2026
3EFKey – Swipe & AI KeyboardEFKey – Swipe & AI KeyboardFree4.4★ (10)NoYesSep 2026
4Swipe Keyboard SimpleSwipe Keyboard SimpleFree1.6★ (12)YesNoSep 2026
5SlyderSlyderFree4.5★ (1.6K)NoYesSep 2026
6Smart Swipe Keyboard Pro for iOS8Smart Swipe Keyboard Pro for iOS8Free2.2★ (10)NoYesAug 2026
7SwiftBoard for iPhoneSwiftBoard for iPhoneFree3.4★ (194)NoYesSep 2026
8Color Swipe KeyboardColor Swipe KeyboardFree3.0★ (2)YesNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Swipe Keyboards

Microsoft SwiftKey AI Keyboard#1

Microsoft SwiftKey AI Keyboard by SwiftKey

Copilot | Emojis | Tone change
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.6😐(121K 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

  • 🚀 Smooth swiping and typing experience
  • 👍 Customizable keyboard themes
  • 💡 Supports multiple languages
  • 🚀 Accurate word predictions
  • 👍 Helpful punctuation and emoji features

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Keyboard glitches and crashes
  • 🐛 Inconsistent autocorrect and word replacement
  • 🐛 Keyboard disappearing or reverting to default
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns around full keyboard access
  • 🔋 Increased battery drain
Gboard – the Google Keyboard#2

Gboard – the Google Keyboard by Google

Search. GIFs. Emojis and more.
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.1😐(59K ratings)
Free
#82in Utilities
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This keyboard app integrates Google Search, GIFs, and emojis directly into your typing experience. It offers features like Glide Typing for faster input and allows you to search and share information without leaving your current application.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent swipe typing
  • 👍 Customizable keyboard themes
  • 🔍 Integrated Google search and translation
  • 💡 Convenient GIF and emoji search

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Keyboard crashes and glitches
  • 🔍 Inconsistent autocorrect and word prediction
  • 🔍 Buggy cursor control and text selection
  • 🔍 Keyboard layout issues in landscape mode

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FAQ about Swipe Keyboards

What are the best swipe keyboards apps for iPhone?
Microsoft SwiftKey AI Keyboard tops our swipe keyboards apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 121K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top swipe keyboards apps we rank are free to download, including Microsoft SwiftKey AI Keyboard and Gboard – the Google Keyboard.
Microsoft SwiftKey AI Keyboard has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 244+ swipe keyboards apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.