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KeyAI vs CleverType
KeyAI and CleverType both promise to make writing on iPhone faster, but they take very different approaches. Here is the side-by-side breakdown of what each one actually does.
| Feature | KeyAI | CleverType |
|---|---|---|
| Works inside your keyboard | ✓ | ✓ |
| Number of AI tools | 10+ | ~7 |
| Tone change | ✓ | ✓ |
| Translate 55+ languages | 55+ | 30+ |
| Paraphrase | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ask AI any question | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI-generated replies | ✓ | — |
| Sends text only on tap | ✓ | — |
| Auto-hides on password fields | ✓ | — |
| Supports 60+ keyboard layouts | 60+ | 20+ |
| Cost | $4.99/wk · $39.99/yr · $59.99 lifetime | $5.99/wk · $39.99/yr |
| Free trial | 3 days | 3 days |
Our verdict
CleverType is one of the most direct competitors — both are full-featured AI keyboards. KeyAI ships 14 tools vs CleverType's ~7, supports 60+ keyboard layouts vs 20+, and the Lifetime plan ($59.99) means you pay once and own it forever — CleverType keeps you on a subscription. Both have a 3-day trial; the question is which feature set you actually use.
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