Best Tamil Keyboard Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our tamil keyboard list covers 249+ iPhone apps updated through August 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Tamil Keyboard Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Desh Tamil KeyboardDesh Tamil KeyboardFree4.6★ (200)NoNoAug 2026
2Tamilini - Tamil KeyboardTamilini - Tamil KeyboardFree4.6★ (531)YesYesAug 2026
3Tamil : Keyboard & NotebookTamil : Keyboard & NotebookFree4.3★ (13)YesYesMay 2026
4Tamil Keyboard - Type in TamilTamil Keyboard - Type in TamilFree4.3★ (3)YesYesJul 2026
5Gboard – the Google KeyboardGboard – the Google KeyboardFree4.1★ (59K)NoNoAug 2026
6Tamil Keyboard & TranslatorTamil Keyboard & TranslatorFreeNoYesAug 2026
7Tamil Keyboard - TranslatorTamil Keyboard - TranslatorFreeYesNoMay 2026
8Tamil Keyboard : TranslatorTamil Keyboard : TranslatorFreeYesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Tamil Keyboard

Desh Tamil Keyboard#1

Desh Tamil Keyboard by ClusterDev Technologies Private Limited

Official from Desh Keyboard
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.6(200 ratings)
Free
Desh Tamil Keyboard screenshot 1
Desh Tamil Keyboard screenshot 2
Desh Tamil Keyboard screenshot 3
Desh Tamil Keyboard screenshot 4

This keyboard extension simplifies Tamil typing using English transliteration and intelligent word predictions. It offers seamless switching between Tamil and English, spell correction, and a dedicated emoji button. Users can also utilize a clipboard for saved text and send stickers to enhance their chats.

Tamilini - Tamil Keyboard#2

Tamilini - Tamil Keyboard by banuchander janarthn

Fast Typing Tamil Input Keypad
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.6(531 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
Tamilini - Tamil Keyboard screenshot 1
Tamilini - Tamil Keyboard screenshot 2
Tamilini - Tamil Keyboard screenshot 3
Tamilini - Tamil Keyboard screenshot 4
Tamilini - Tamil Keyboard screenshot 5
Tamilini - Tamil Keyboard screenshot 6

This app provides a fast and efficient way to type in Tamil. It offers instant Tamil translations for English words typed, along with helpful letter suggestions. The keyboard is designed for ease of use and aims to improve typing speed for Tamil speakers.

Tamil : Keyboard & Notebook#3

Tamil : Keyboard & Notebook by Rajeev Prasad

Smart mobile keyboard
Worth Considering
🌟 Lifestyle
4.3(13 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
Tamil : Keyboard & Notebook screenshot 1
Tamil : Keyboard & Notebook screenshot 2
Tamil : Keyboard & Notebook screenshot 3
Tamil : Keyboard & Notebook screenshot 4
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This app provides two integrated Tamil typing layouts for iOS devices, offering enhanced Tamil99 and Phonetic options. It features word suggestions, a full English layout, emoji support, and customizable themes for a personalized typing experience.

More Tamil Keyboard apps to explore

4
Tamil Keyboard - Type in Tamil
Tamil Keyboard - Type in Tamil
Tamil Keyboard - Type in Tamil
by Piyush Parsaniya
Free

This app provides a user-friendly keyboard for typing in the Tamil language, offering features like word suggestions and translation to numerous other languages. It includes special characters and numeric keys for easy and effective writing.

Tamil and English language switchingTamil word translation to other languagesSpecial characters, icons, and numeric keys
🔧 Utilities
(3)
free with in-app purchases
5
Gboard – the Google Keyboard
Gboard – the Google Keyboard
Gboard – the Google Keyboard
Search. GIFs. Emojis and more.
Free

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.

Google Search integrationGIF and emoji searchGlide Typing for faster input
🔧 Utilities
(59K)
free
6
Tamil Keyboard & Translator
Tamil Keyboard & Translator
Tamil Keyboard & Translator
Keyboard, Dictionary & More
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
7
Tamil Keyboard - Translator
Tamil Keyboard - Translator
Tamil Keyboard - Translator
English To Tamil Translator
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
8
Tamil Keyboard : Translator
Tamil Keyboard : Translator
Tamil Keyboard : Translator
Tamil type made fun and easy!
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
9
Tamil Keyboard - Tamil Input Keyboard
Tamil Keyboard - Tamil Input Keyboard
Tamil Keyboard - Tamil Input Keyboard
by Bhavik Savaliya
Free

Type messages, stories, and emails in Tamil with this customizable keyboard app. Choose from beautiful themes, set your own photos as backgrounds, and express yourself with over 500 emojis. It also includes a Tamil dictionary for spell checking.

Customizable themes and backgroundsSet personal photos as keyboard backgroundOver 500 emojis and smileys
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free
10
Tamil Keyboard ·
Tamil Keyboard ·
Tamil Keyboard ·
Tamil type made eay with key
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
11
Ezhuthaani Keyboard : Official
Ezhuthaani Keyboard : Official
Ezhuthaani Keyboard : Official
Manglish,Handwriting,Malayalam
Free

This app offers a versatile keyboard experience, supporting Malayalam, Manglish, and handwriting input. It features word suggestions, custom sticker creation, and instant troll integration. Enjoy offline Manglish typing and multiple Malayalam layouts.

Manglish keyboard with Google suggestionsHandwriting keyboard with character supportMultiple Malayalam layouts
📊 Productivity
(297)
free with in-app purchases
12
Varta Keyboard
Varta Keyboard
Varta Keyboard
Indic Keyboard (Phonemic)
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
13
Kothai - Tamil Keyboard
Kothai - Tamil Keyboard
Kothai - Tamil Keyboard
Type Like You Write
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
14
Gujarati Keyboard - Translator
Gujarati Keyboard - Translator
Gujarati Keyboard - Translator
by Piyush Parsaniya
Free

This app provides a user-friendly Gujarati keyboard for easy typing of messages, posts, and emails in Gujarati. It offers auto-suggestions and a keyboard extension for typing anywhere on your phone. Additionally, it features a powerful translator for Gujarati words to numerous other languages.

Gujarati typing with auto-suggestionsKeyboard extension for global typingTranslate Gujarati to any language
🔧 Utilities
(57)
freemium
15
Sithija : Sinhala Keyboard
Sithija : Sinhala Keyboard
Sithija : Sinhala Keyboard
by Rajeev Prasad
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
16
Tamil Izhai
Tamil Izhai
Tamil Izhai
Phonemic Keyboard for Tamil
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
17
Sinhalese Keyboard - Sinhalese Input Keyboard
Sinhalese Keyboard - Sinhalese Input Keyboard
Sinhalese Keyboard - Sinhalese Input Keyboard
by Bhavik Savaliya
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
18
Kannada Keyboard  + Translator
Kannada Keyboard  + Translator
Kannada Keyboard + Translator
Type in Kannada & translate it
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
19
Hindi KeyBoard App
Hindi KeyBoard App
Hindi KeyBoard App
Keyboard App
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
20
Tamil Transliteration Keyboard by Keynounce
Tamil Transliteration Keyboard by Keynounce
Tamil Transliteration Keyboard by Keynounce
by Abdulla Al-Shurafa
Free

Type Tamil easily using your English keyboard. This app converts English phonetic spellings into Tamil script as you type, making it simple and fast to compose messages, emails, and social media posts in Tamil.

Type Tamil using English keyboardPhonetic to Tamil script conversionSmart spelling correction
🔧 Utilities
(36)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Tamil Keyboard

What are the best tamil keyboard apps for iPhone?
Desh Tamil Keyboard tops our tamil keyboard apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 200 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top tamil keyboard apps we rank are free to download, including Desh Tamil Keyboard and Tamilini - Tamil Keyboard.
Desh Tamil Keyboard has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ tamil keyboard apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Desh Tamil Keyboard is a keyboard extension that allows users to easily type in Tamil. It utilizes English transliteration, meaning you can type words using English letters and have them converted to Tamil. It also offers features like word predictions and spell correction to enhance the typing experience.
After installing the app, you need to enable the keyboard from your device's settings. Then, activate it by holding the Globe icon on your keyboard and selecting 'Desh Tamil Keyboard'. Once activated, you can start typing Tamil everywhere your keyboard is used.

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