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KeyAI vs Gboard (Google Keyboard)
KeyAI and Gboard (Google Keyboard) 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 | Gboard (Google Keyboard) |
|---|---|---|
| Works inside your keyboard | ✓ | ✓ |
| Number of AI tools | 10+ | 0 dedicated AI tools (basic Smart Compose only) |
| Tone change | ✓ | — |
| Translate 55+ languages | 55+ | Google Translate built-in (40+ languages typing) |
| Paraphrase | ✓ | — |
| Ask AI any question | ✓ | — |
| AI-generated replies | ✓ | — |
| Sends text only on tap | ✓ | — |
| Auto-hides on password fields | ✓ | ✓ |
| Supports 60+ keyboard layouts | 60+ | 900+ typing layouts |
| Cost | $4.99/wk · $39.99/yr | Free |
| Free trial | 3 days | — |
Our verdict
Gboard is excellent for typing speed and supports 900+ languages — but it's a Google product designed for input, not generation. The Smart Compose feature finishes phrases; it doesn't rewrite tone, translate selected text, or answer questions. KeyAI fills that gap: tap a button, the AI rewrites or translates whatever you just wrote, without leaving the app.
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