FastKeys vs Texpand
FastKeys
fastkeysautomation.comTexpand
texpandapp.comSide by side
| Figure | FastKeys | Texpand |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $29/mo | $6.99/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 5 | 4 |
| Spec score · Text Expansion Software | 8.0 (#18) | 8.4 (#9) |
| Spec score · Text expanders | 8.0 (#12) | 8.3 (#8) |
| Spec score · Text Expanders Software | 7.9 (#16) | 8.4 (#8) |
| Data handling | The maker says settings and data are stored locally and keyboard input is not sent anywhere. | The privacy policy says requested personal information remains on the device, while third-party services may collect identifying information and error log data. |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Support | Support for registered users is offered through email, video tutorials, and a community forum. | The privacy policy lists [email protected] for questions or suggestions. |
| Supported platforms | Windows | Android |
Plans
FastKeys
- Personal$29 a month
- Personal$29, paid once
- Professional$39 a month
- Professional$39, paid once
- EnterprisePriced on request
Texpand
- FreeFree
- Premium$6.99 a month
- Premium$6.99, paid once
- PremiumPriced on request
In their own words
FastKeys
FastKeys has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Texpand
Texpand is an Android text-expansion app that turns a short shortcut into a longer phrase, such as a phone number, email address or stock reply. Phrase lists let one shortcut present several phrases for selection. It can insert dates in different formats and place the cursor where needed after expansion. The app offers extensive preference settings, Google Drive synchronization across devices and Tasker support in both plans. The Free plan costs nothing, allows up to 10 phrases and includes variables, phrase lists, Drive sync and Tasker. Premium costs $6.99 a month and removes the phrase limit while retaining those features. Texpand is currently available on Android. Its privacy policy says requested information remains on the device and is not collected by the maker. Third-party services named include Google Play Services, Google Analytics for Firebase and Firebase Crashlytics.