Werdsmith: Writing App Reviews

by GreyGoose3000

I’ve had Werdsmith for a couple years now actually, and I actually quite enjoy it except for one major flaw.

As part of my editing process, I like to highlight text, and have Siri read it to me...having the words spoken out loud helps me tremendously in finding errors or re-thinking the structure of my sentences. BUT...press one wrong button...and everything is deleted; and I can’t get it back. This has happened to me several times in the drafting process, and just as I feel I’m getting a lot of great information typed down, I touch a wrong button...and all of my hard work and creative ideas are just...gone.

It would be great to have a “back” feature or something, so if someone makes a mistake, or decide to change direction in their story OR, something gets erased by accident, they can retrieve all their work instead of having to start over again from the beginning.

by MYskyrider

Hey! I write as a hobby, and I love Werdsmith. Being able to organize things into projects and ideas and the formatting for things like sections, hidden text, and quotes is so unique and useful. However, I couldn’t give it five stars is because it crashes on me ALL the time. I don’t know if this is something that’s happening to just me, but I get pretty frequent crashes. Sometimes I’ll crash after a few minutes, and other times it’ll go for hours. I love Werdsmith too much for it to bother me to the point where I can’t use it, but it’s really inconvenient. Another small thing that bothers me every once in a while is when I press ‘select all’, it highlights all of the text in that document. I had one time where I accidentally deleted an entire project, so thank you developers for the history and undo functions.

Thank you, this app, for an amazing app, and I hope this review is helpful!

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This is a great writing app compared to the others ones I’ve seen. I love how organized you can be. The stats things was also an amazing idea, it lets me know about my story. But there is something I’d like to point out. The thing is about the prompts, there a great idea but there are some changes you should make to it. First, I’m really annoyed with the fact that sometimes, the prompts don’t work and you loose the prompt even though it hasn’t written the sentence for you. It’s wasting my prompts and I hate it a lot! You should really try to fix this, it’s getting on my nerves. This might just be me but, other times, I unintentionally click on the prompts and they get used. I think that for this, you should put a pop-up saying “Do you want to use a prompt” or something similar to it.

Thanks for reading!

by ArcanaAcid

Werdsmith has been great to write on overall! I like the functions and the formatting, and it has been extremely helpful and productive. The membership tiers and cost aren’t required, but are reasonable for what it is, unlike many other apps. That being said, I have one problem and one suggestion. The problem is I cannot log into my account from any other device? It never sends me any sort of email, no matter how many times I try to. I would really like to be able to write both on my laptop and mobile devices. As a suggestion, some sort of card feature or better organizational system would be nice, but it’s not required. this app beats out scrivener for me because of how welcoming and warm it is, but a few of Scrivener’s functions (like index cards) would be really helpful. Until them, I’m relegated to making physical ones again. I’d give it overall 5 stars if not for the log in issue, and would probably purchase a membership on the future.

Thank you for your time!

by Karlie Henry

don’t get me wrong, i love Werdsmith! it gives you the bare minimum of what you need to write and even additional features that weren’t asked for but secretly needed. but i feel as if they should at least give you the option to change the font to “Novel” without having to buy the ‘premium’ subscription, there was no warning in the preview that i’d be stuck with using a super smooth Wattpad-like font (which is why i don’t use Wattpad). this may sound picky but i know you seek to inspire writers, and for me i can’t exactly read or write unless i’m in a specific environment and it just hurts when i have no other choice unless i pay 5 dollars every month (Which is for someone who can’t trust subscriptions anymore and is too young to receive any sort of income to pay every month). if devs could at least give up having to buy premium for at least the novel font so when i write i feel like i’m writing a book that would be really nice 🤗

by Atnuka

Werdsmith is great for writing! The UI is clean and simple, and none of the tools are difficult to use. I love the themes, since I write on my phone a lot so the colour change is helpful in dim lighting.
I have been experiencing issues with Werdsmith on both my iPad and my iPhone, where Werdsmith auto-quits a few seconds after I open it. The problem won’t go away until I restart my device, and only affects Werdsmith.
Other than that, I haven’t encountered any major issues with Werdsmith . It would be very helpful to be able to export my work as a PDF or Word doc from the iOS apps, because my current method of exporting is just copying out the text in Preview mode on my laptop. Also, I would love to see word count by chapter, but that’s a secondary concern.
Overall, a great writing app with a few issues that will pose a problem as I continue using Werdsmith .

by Midori Gurinuuuuuu

I personally really like Werdsmith, it’s especially cool that I can put a password on Werdsmith . It can get a bit annoying at times, but it’s fine. There are two things that I think could be changed or added. Also, I apologize for any poor wording in the review. 1.) The way the bold, italics, hidden thing works. It leaves * on the sides of the word and when I copy and pastes my work the * will still be there but the bold or italic text goes back to normal. It’s a bit annoying. 2.) Werdsmith that I am copy and pasting my work to publish, has this feature where you can use an auto-voice reader, but I can only use if after publishing my work. That’s a problem with that app, but it’d be really helpful if Werdsmith had a feature like that for your projects. Personally, it makes it easier for me to find my mistakes.
Although, if anyone else feels the same way you can download and text-to-speech app.

by Puplover42069

I really enjoy Werdsmith for writing and journaling alike. The former passcode feature was especially a +1 from an app I already enjoyed because I share my iPad with another person and I’m an extremely private person when it comes to my writing. However, I took a break from writing for a while and when I returned, you can imagine my absolute horror when I opened Werdsmith and it no longer required a passcode!!
I really hope you guys consider adding it back for those like me who share their device with other people. I had to backup all my writing and save it elsewhere on a less desired app because I no longer feel comfortable writing digitally on a shared device with no passcode protection. Though, I’m not very savvy with Apple technology, so maybe there is a workaround to not having Werdsmith be snooped through by others because I really want to keep using this one.

by Sweg Grandpa Genius

First of all, Werdsmith has probably been my favourite writing app of all time, really. I’ve tried many- and when I say many, I mean it- but non have compared to this.

I’ve been using it for a year now and I absolutely adore it. My biggest pet peeve is the fact I can’t access midnight mode, since I do tend to write my stories very late in the night (8Pm-3AM) and I have to put up with putting eye drops in my eyes every 2 minutes because my eyesight is horrible. I have a big imagination, and I don’t like having limited projects but that isn’t a big problem of mine, since it helps me not procrastinate so much. I recently bought the membership and my laptop, now fixed, after an eternity of having it broken, actually has more use to it.

If anyone is starting out in writing, or even a long time author, I highly recommend Werdsmith. It’s amazing, and the controls are easy to get the hang of (as well as the amazing text size option, I find myself being able to write better with smaller text).

And, I would like to point out the French. Most apps have terrible translations, but this I find I can actually read without having a headache, which is great for me because I am a native French. Again, great app!

by Abble Likes To Write

so, im someone who loves writing and stuff and Werdsmith makes it so easy. i recently started using the ghostwriter ai thing that will help you finish sentences and write the next one in case your stuck which, if youre someone like me who is terrible with words, it comes in HANDY. except, the ai is so sensitive, like im trying to write something that is just cuddles and adorableness and it censors its response. now, i understand that this app cant really help this but it would be helpful if they gave people advice on what could trigger the ai to censor itself. also, it uses up a prompt when it does censor itself or doesnt work. this is so annoying to me, because it doesnt give any prompt or anything yet it still uses up one. other than that, Werdsmith is really good!

by MLP_Lover23

Hello this app team,
I would like to start this off to say, how Werdsmith has encouraged my love of writing into a passion. I am very glad I downloaded Werdsmith when I had the chance. Even though, I’ve had this app for less than a year, I still adore it. I used to not even know how to properly use a comma, semi colon, nor have a A in my English class. My favorite part of the whole set up would have to be, how you distinguish ideas and projects into separate categories. Love it! It’s to die for, therefore I am that type of person. 😂 Anyways, even though I did give you guys a five-star rating, I hope you wouldn’t mind if I made a suggestion. I know a heap load of apps have this nowadays, and was wondering if you could add an (a free) nighttime theme. That would help out a lot. I normally write later in afternoon when I have the chance and it’s almost blinding to look at a full out white screen. Now, I know you have different themes, but I don’t want to spend that type of money. I simply have the free version. I hope you guys take my commentary to consideration. Thank you, have a good day and or night.
-Summer this app

by Rhea H

Writing is a passion of mine. As Lord Byron said, “If I don’t write to empty my mind, I go mad.” A quote Werdsmith actually gave me that fits me to a capital T! I used other apps to write before but I love the features this one has. I do wish it wasn’t a monthly subscription to have the beautiful features but I love it so much I’m willing to pay it. The dark theme is my favorite. It’s easier on my eyes when I’m up at 3 am because an idea won’t leave me alone.

Though, I would like to be able to touch an idea and edit it without it moving to the top of my list. I like my ideas/stories in a certain order. Possibly add a feature to organize it in a list? Or the ability to make folders and group ideas?

Either way, I have other apps but I use this one the most. Definitely worth it, if you’re an avid writer or aspiring author!

by KDaye

I’ve used Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and other mobile word processors. This is the only app I’ve been able to stick with for more than a few days (it’s been a few months). It’s simple; which I like. If you want bells and whistles, you might have to look elsewhere. But I find that’s what makes this processor far better than the others. You simply jump into a document and start writing. There’s very little to distract yourself with. You can write and save multiple documents—they are well organized on your dashboard. It has a dark-mode, which is key for me. The idea generator (which uses AI to either create a writing prompt or auto-complete a section of your own writing) is pretty good. It definitely keeps you writing if you feel stuck; even though you will most likely end up revising the suggestion it gives you. It does what it sets out to do. I personally feel this is the best word processor for writers like me—easily distracted procrastinators, who struggle to sit down and focus. You will find it much easier to “face the blank page” while using Werdsmith.

by Møønwatcher's Cøusin

I got this app a few weeks ago, and so far, its the best writing app I've seen! I used to just write on Notes, but I wanted an actual app because the story Im making is huge. But there is one suggestion I have. Can you guys please make a way to draw images for your stories? For the ones who dont want to draw, there can just be an option where you can draw and place the drawing wherever you want so it won't just be on the bottom of the entire story! Also, I dont know if its just for premium or not and thats why it isn't there for me, but can you guys also make a way to see other people's projects that they export on this app without sending a link? That would be nice. Other than that, amazing app, and I really suggest it to other aspiring writers! I really like the ways you can make texts bold, italic, or just for the author to see, too!

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by Just A Fellow You Tuber

OH MY GOD, I LOVE Werdsmith!! I don’t know what it is, but the ‘novel’ format just makes it so easy to write. I used to use Google Docs (I still do sometimes, no shade to them) and it was always such a hassle to set up the format I wanted for a poem, screenplay, etc. I would end up taking around 10-15 minutes setting up the format to write, and by then, I would’ve been totally unmotivated to write. Not only that, but I am a person who *must* compartmentalize everything I own. This is truly a lifesaver. I am a creative writer (I’m young, it’s not my profession (but I wish it was)). It make me so much less stressed to write. Additionally, I love the clean, simple design. It’s not ‘clunky’ and you’re not bombarded with several thousand buttons and complex features like other apps. I haven’t subscribed yet, but at this rate, I will soon!

by Wu Leigh

Im 13 years old turning 14 very soon. I aspire to be a writer/illustrator. Sometimes I have ideas and I dont know what to do with them. I either draw an original character with a bio or just make a random plot filled with holes. WeirdSmith has really helped me just jot them down and edit and publish where no one really sees. I sometimes post my stories on websites for criticism. I have yet to publish one but im pretty sure it will be succesful! WeirdSmith has really helped me just write plots and chapters for potential stories i post on websites. My original stories dont get much love but people read them. I’ve been thinking of making a fanfic for someone to notice me putting myself out there. Do some originals and some fanfics at times. I feel like writing a fanic will help boost me up. But anyway. Im going to stop ranting and just recommend this to anyone who has awesome ideas and wants to create stories and inspire people! Thank You WeirdSmith ❤️

by Bookishkittynrd52

I love Werdsmith so much that I bought the membership. It’s a lot of fun to use and it makes my writing so much easier to organize, better focus, and I love how minimal it is. One of my favorite things about Werdsmith above many others is that you can use without WiFi, the choice to change the document to writing a novel formatting which looks nice when you use it-this also never crashes while I’m in the middle of writing anything!! Another feature that I’ve always enjoyed seeing is the quotes when starting a new document, or deleting one. Is there any way there could be more inspirational quotes from different authors about writing or even lines from books? The quotes tend to repeat sometimes and it would be nice to see more variety! Especially when you delete one. That would be a great addition to see in an upcoming update!

by Allison Sainato

I’d like to start off with saying that if you’re looking for an app to just free write your thoughts, and/or possibly make up a story this is definitely Werdsmith for you! The reason I had downloaded Werdsmith is because I wanted to publish my own personal stories on Wattpad just for myself to see. However I recently realized that Werdsmith doesn’t provide that option. I started making my way through Werdsmith store and I’m so glad and amazed to have come across Werdsmith. Even though not all fonts are free and extremely limited to you. It doesn’t really matter to be because I’ve been able to create and customize so many cool and different stories with Werdsmith! I also really enjoy the different formatting that’s included as it’s like your own personal journal! I’d really like to thank the developers for taking their time to make this. Please continue to update it and add new things to it as I already love it as is!! Xx

by Rukipear

I’ve gone through quite a few different writing apps, and this is by far my favorite one. Something about it makes it very easy and calming to write; it’s very no-nonsense and yet has an attractive interface, which makes it easier to buckle down and just focus on writing. Since I’ve started using Werdsmith , my productivity has skyrocketed. I’m writing much more than I have in years, and I’m having a blast. I ended up getting the subscription after seeing how much Werdsmith has benefitted me. I do think the free version should be able to have more documents/projects, though. The free version caps at a measly six documents, which is very low. Even ten would go a long way in making it a bit more useful for those who can’t afford to pay. Of course, I know you guys do need money, so maybe there’s no helping it, but I just wanted to put that out there.

Still, fantastic app and I’m very happy I found it. Thank you for making this!

by Errah138

EDIT
I am going to leave what I originally wrote just so people can see why you responded but I would like to follow it up. The restore purchases thing did work. Werdsmith is now working correctly with all of my features restored. Sorry for the knee jerk reaction. I love Werdsmith and would highly recommend it. Also thank you for the speedy reply. I really do love your app and use it for everything from list making to novel writing and everything in between.

I thought Wordsmith was a fantastic app. I even bought and paid for it. Originally I paid the 2.99 to own Werdsmith and all its features. Awhile later when things changed I paid 4.99 to own Werdsmith and all its features. Today when I went to use Werdsmith I discovered I have had a limit set on how many items I can save and that if I want to use all the features of Werdsmith that I have now paid for twice that I will need to pay a monthly subscription. I am very disappointed and will be looking for a new writing app