Best Alif alternatives: apps like Alif: Arabic for Beginners

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Updated November 2026

Alif: Arabic for Beginners

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Alif is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

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#1

Arabic alphabet learn letters by Anvar Khamidullin

Arabic alphabet reference book

Editor's Choice

4.7(290 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Learn the Arabic alphabet with this interactive reference book. Explore each letter's spelling, pronunciation, and position within words. Test your knowledge with a built-in quiz and receive prompts when needed.

#2

Arabic 101 - Learn to Write by Aspul Studios LLC

Alphabets and Numbers

Strong Contender

4.6😊(949 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Master Arabic alphabets and numbers through interactive tracing, writing practice, and AI feedback. Reinforce learning with word examples, quizzes, and a memory game. Unlock full content with an in-app purchase for an ad-free experience.

What We Love

👍 Fun and easy to learn
👍 Great for beginners
👍 Interactive quiz mode
👍 Excellent app
👍 Best Arabic learning app

Room to Improve

🚫 Not actually free
🚫 Asks for money
🚫 Not explicit, only in English

#3

Arabic Alphabet: Quran Letters by Anvar Khamidullin

Learn to read from scratch

Worth Considering

4.8(224 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Learn to read and write Arabic from scratch with an interactive course. Progress through 27 lessons, each focusing on a letter with detailed explanations, examples, and pronunciation. Includes tests to reinforce learning and is based on a popular textbook.

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Write It! Arabic

Write It! Arabic

Write It! Arabic

Learn how to write Arabic!

Master Arabic handwriting with this app that uses advanced recognition technology. It offers bite-sized lessons, stroke-by-stroke guidance, and timed tests to help you learn all 28 letters efficiently. Track your progress and practice offline.

Handwriting recognition technologyBite-sized lessonsStroke-by-stroke guidance

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Joode: learn Arabic Alphabet

Joode: learn Arabic Alphabet

Joode: learn Arabic Alphabet

28 letters, 3 vowels & 1 love

Master the Arabic alphabet with interactive lessons. Practice drawing letters and pronunciation with native speaker audio. Ideal for beginners, this app breaks down the alphabet into manageable lessons for effective memorization.

Learn 28 Arabic lettersNative speaker pronunciationInteractive drawing practice

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Arabic Alphabet Learn & Write

Arabic Alphabet Learn & Write

Arabic Alphabet Learn & Write

Arabic Letters with Sound Game

This app offers six free games designed to teach the Arabic alphabet. It features interactive tracing with customizable colors, letter matching, and coloring activities, making it suitable for preschool and kindergarten learners. The app is playable offline and supports right-to-left navigation.

6 free Arabic learning gamesInteractive letter tracing with custom colorsAlphabet matching game

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Learn the fundamentals of reading the Quran with this interactive application. It's designed for beginners, offering audio for each word and a matching game to reinforce learning. Ideal for children and adults who know Hindi or Urdu.

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AlifBee - Learn Arabic Easily

AlifBee - Learn Arabic Easily

AlifBee - Learn Arabic Easily

Beginner to Advanced

Master Arabic reading, writing, and speaking with interactive lessons and cultural insights. This platform offers over 200 lessons across 10 difficulty levels, designed to make learning engaging and effective for all levels.

200+ interactive lessons10 difficulty levelsLearn Arabic script

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Arabic Alphabet Easy

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Arabic Alphabet Easy

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Master the Arabic alphabet and basic language skills with interactive exercises. Learn letter pronunciation, explore common words, and practice writing. Includes fun puzzles and dictation to enhance your learning journey.

Learn 28 Arabic lettersHear letter pronunciation200 common Arabic words

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Learn Arabic Language Offline

Learn Arabic Language Offline

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Arabic Salaam Easily Essential

Learn Arabic effectively with this comprehensive offline educational app. It offers over 1400 common phrases with audio, covering essential topics like conversation, travel, and emergencies. Practice pronunciation, listening, vocabulary, and grammar without needing an internet connection.

1459 common Arabic phrases with soundOffline access to all contentPronunciation and listening practice

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