GNU Typist vs KAZ Type
GNU Typist
gnu.orgKAZ Type
kaz-type.comSide by side
| Figure | GNU Typist | KAZ Type |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | £2.50/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 1 | 10 |
| Spec score · Typing Software | 7.8 (#7) | 8.3 (#2) |
| Spec score · Typing Tutor Software | 7.8 (#14) | 8.4 (#2) |
| Integrations | The manual describes typefortune, a utility that lets users practice with text from the fortune program. | Business offerings include a SCORM 1.2 form for use within LMS/VLE systems, and the comparison table also lists AICC-compatible LMS support. |
| Support | The project invites bug reports, suggestions, patches and new lessons at [email protected] and offers a mailing list at that address. | The home download licence includes one year of help and support, and the FAQ directs customers to contact KAZ if activation emails do not arrive. |
Plans
KAZ Type
- Adult Edition Online£29.95 a year
- Adult Edition Mac download£49.95, paid once
- Adult Edition Windows download£49.95, paid once
- Commercial Use Online - CPD Accredited£50 a year
- Education Online Annual Subscription£75 a year
- Family Edition Online£89.95 a year
- Education Download£120, paid once
- Family Edition Windows or Mac download£149.95, paid once
- Commercial Use SCORM 1.2 for LMS£750 a year
- Education SCORM 1.2 LMS Annual Subscription£960 a year
In their own words
KAZ Type
KAZ Type offers online and downloadable touch-typing courses alongside regulated assessments. Its teaching method combines sight, sound, and touch, which KAZ describes as “brain balance.” KAZ says the A–Z keys section takes most users 90 minutes to complete, while the full course averages four hours plus practice. Editions serve individuals, families, schools, and businesses, with options for children and learners needing accessibility or SEND support. Junior is designed for ages 6–11 and uses age-related vocabulary, imagery, and animation. The VI/Blind edition supports screen readers, magnification, and captioning tools, along with dark mode and speaking keys. Family online access includes five annual licences and an administrator panel for progress monitoring and spelling lists. Online education licences provide student progress monitoring, and LMS editions support SCORM 1.2 and AICC. Downloaded courses can run offline after download and activation. Adult Edition Online costs £29.95 a year; other listed options include one-time and annual licences for home, school, and business use.