# Simplex Spelling Light — With Reverse Phonics

> Interactive spelling and reading app with reverse phonics and spelling rule hints. (iPhone/iPad app by Pyxwise Software Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplex-spelling-light/id465715154 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pyxwise Software Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/456744015)
- Category: Education, Games, Family, Word
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 48 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 121 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-09-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplex-spelling-light/id465715154/reviews.md

## What is Simplex Spelling Light?

Simplex Spelling Light improves spelling and reading skills in a fun and interactive way using a unique “reverse phonics” approach in combination with contextually relevant spelling rules. It has the same critically acclaimed design and features as the full version of Simplex Spelling HD but comes with its own new high frequency word spelling lists.

This Light version has been made available, so that customers can evaluate the Simplex Spelling software to decide if they want to purchase the full version of Simplex Spelling HD.

Simplex Spelling Light contains over 50 new high frequency English words that do not appear in the full version of Simplex Spelling HD so the two products compliment each other beautifully. It also contains all of the great learning features of the full version of Simplex Spelling HD.

In contrast with many of the current approaches that use flash cards, Simplex Spelling enables the student to build each word. Students gain skills above and beyond the sheer memorization of words, as the informative spelling rule hint feature explains why words are spelled in a particular manner. 

Simplex Spelling's unique, immediate letter by letter feedback system is designed with clues and hints that will enable every student to spell each word successfully. 

Simplex Spelling enhances understanding in a variety of students as it appeals to audio, visual and tactile learners. It is great tool to have for kids learning to spell, remedial students, or those learning English as a second language.

- "Top Rated" - Balefire Labs.

Recommended for ages 5+.
Note: You can not create your own spelling lists in Simplex Spelling Light.

Features: 
- Over 50 high frequency spelling words to help build literacy. 
- Spelling words are spoken and used in a sentence to establish context. 
- The introduction spelling list seamlessly leads a student through all of the application’s features by providing spoken information while having the student spell new words.
- A powerful phonics hint feature sounds out each word and provides a list of possible phonograms for each sound. 
- Features a full “reverse phonics” approach that includes sounds made by all the different letter combinations. This is in addition to the basic “single letter” phonics that most applications are limited to.
- Contextually relevant spelling rule hints that help explain “how to spell” English words.
- Unique letter by letter feedback system that provides feedback while the student is in the process of spelling each word. 
- Guaranteed success on every word. 
- Support for 40 user accounts. 
- User stats screen that allows you to see at a glance words that have been mastered and words that require further practice.
- Ability to export & email student reports. 
- Remembers each user’s position in every list, so that you can immediately resume from where you last left off.
- Supports both upper and lower case letters.
- Supports both alphabetic and QWERTY keyboard layouts.
- Supports both US, UK and Canadian English spelling of words.
- An approach that appeals to audio, visual and tactile learners. 

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## Key features

- Reverse phonics approach
- Contextual spelling rule hints
- Letter-by-letter feedback
- Over 50 high-frequency words
- Spoken words in sentences
- User stats and reporting

## Recent user reviews (10 of 48)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplex-spelling-light/id465715154/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great

*2024-06-20, version 2.9.4*

It is a good app to use when learning basic spelling words for free works good on iPad and iPhone overall best free spelling app

### 3/5 — Sequence of sounds

*2020-12-12, version 2.9.4*

Overall the structure is really good. However, my concern is about the wordlists - they contain some very advanced phonemes that a beginning reader would not have been taught. The other aspect that does not work is that when a diagraph is used it is split into the individual letters, for example /ai/ is presented as /a/ and /i/.  I would also like to be able to create my own word list. For these reasons I would not use this app, but I will watch the development of it as I can see it has great potential.
Thank-you for the opportunity to provide feedback. I’m always on the look-out for good apps.
Take care
Jo

### 3/5 — Graphemes misalignment with phonemes

*2015-06-14, version 2.5.1*

Most of the features on this app are great.  Unfortunately not all of the consonant digraphs match the 'sounding out' on the app.  For example in the word "press" each letter is sounded out ie: p-r-e-s-s instead of each phoneme ie: p-r-e-ss.  The other feature I would love to see, is the option of being able to include my own words. Would also like a sound option as the letters are chosen.

### 1/5 — Nothing other than advertisement for paid version

*2015-02-18, version 2.5.1*

After initial math problem is solved it takes you to a screen to buy a full version...

### 5/5 — Daughter loves it!

*2014-03-05, version 2.1.0*

My 5 year old sits, totally engaged with this app, for 10-15 minutes. I like that it reinforces her phonemic awareness and reading skills. Great app!

### 5/5 — Great Spelling App

*2014-02-03, version 2.1.0*

I love this app. My kids enjoy doing all four levels every day and when they master all the words without the mistakes I plan on purchasing the next level. I also like that when they make a mistake they can click on the hint button and see all the phonograms that make that sound. At the end of the level it will show them a list of words that they missed and give them the opportunity to go through their missed words until they get them correct.

### 4/5 — No volume - not useful

*2014-01-09, version 2.1.0*

A good phonics based spelling app for all levels of learning. Particularly good for students with dyslexia, provided the sound can be heard. 
This app is dependant on being able to have volume, and quiet class area.
If there is no volume, this app is not function-able.

### 4/5 — Great way to get added practice

*2013-09-01, version 2.0.0*

This is a great app for getting additional practice with spelling.

### 1/5 — Not cool

*2013-07-08, version 1.5.0*

My kid hates it she lives A+ spelling more

### 4/5 — Needs an option to lock lists until mastered

*2013-06-15, version 1.5.0*

Would love to be able to lock lists.. My son tries to move on when i am not over his shoulder and so i have to review his lists constantly to see if he skipped. A simple lock until all words mastered option would be a godsend, allowing the child to progress further ONLY when they master all the words.

## Frequently asked questions about Simplex Spelling Light

### What does Simplex Spelling Light do?

Simplex Spelling Light is designed to improve spelling and reading skills through an interactive and fun approach. It utilizes a unique "reverse phonics" method combined with contextually relevant spelling rules to help users understand how words are constructed and spelled.

### What are the key features of Simplex Spelling Light?

Key features include a "reverse phonics" approach, contextually relevant spelling rule hints that explain word construction, and an immediate letter-by-letter feedback system. It also offers over 50 high-frequency words, spoken words used in sentences for context, user statistics, and reporting capabilities.

### Is Simplex Spelling Light free to use?

Yes, Simplex Spelling Light is available for free. It is offered as a way for customers to evaluate the Simplex Spelling software before potentially purchasing the full version, Simplex Spelling HD.

### What ages is Simplex Spelling Light recommended for?

This application is recommended for ages 5 and up. It is a great tool for children who are learning to spell, remedial students needing extra practice, or individuals learning English as a second language.

### Can I create my own spelling lists in Simplex Spelling Light?

No, you cannot create your own spelling lists in Simplex Spelling Light. This version comes with pre-defined high-frequency word lists to help build literacy and allows users to experience the app's features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.9.4 — 2019-10-11

Updated for iOS 13.1
Fixed screen layout issues on some newer iPhone models running iOS 13.1.

### 2.9.3 — 2019-02-03

Updated for iOS 12.

### 2.9.1 — 2017-11-13

Updated for iOS 11.

### 2.8.1 — 2015-12-18

Updated for full future 64 bit support.
If you have any questions or suggestions, please send us your feedback to ios.apps@pyxwise.com.
If you have found that Simplex Spelling has helped your student/child, please take the time to leave a review.
We really appreciated your feedback. :)

### 2.5.1 — 2015-01-30

Version 2.5.1 update includes :
- Improvements to the Introduction and GUI.
- Ability to now more easily delete old reports.
- Volume default adjusted and other improvements based on user feedback.
- Updated for iOS8.
- Fixed a few minor issues.
- New icon.

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## More apps by Pyxwise Software Inc.

- [Simplex Spelling HD](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplex-spelling-hd/id456744012)
- [Simplex Spelling Phonics 1](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplex-spelling-phonics-1/id481553580)
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- [Simplex Spelling Phonics 3](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplex-spelling-phonics-3/id572136313)
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