# Spell&Speak

> Educational word game for children and nostalgic adults, featuring multiple learning modes. (iPhone/iPad app by Mattia Confalonieri.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spell-and-speak/id540745022 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mattia Confalonieri](https://appshunter.io/developer/477412001)
- Category: Games, Education, Trivia
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 2.40/5 from 27 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 104 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-07-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spell-and-speak/id540745022/reviews.md

## What is Spell&Speak?

Spell&Speak is a tribute to the 80's game that has thrilled generations and teach them to read and write and have fun playing with his unmistakable "voice". In this new digital version retains it's flavor and simplicity typical of the game.

It offers different game modes: Spell, Say It, Letter, Code and Mystery Word, during which each letter typed and spoken word is the corresponding display on the display.

For 3 years children and up, you can learn while having fun, is also suitable for all adults with a hint of nostalgia, remember the good times we had to play and learn.

Spell&Speak is an Universal App, therefore compatible with all devices and already optimized to work well even on the New iPad with retinal display


• Spell Game
To start the game press the letter corresponding to the level you want (there are four levels of increasing difficulty, from A to D), and finally press GO the button.

At this point, the Spell&Speak says a word that the child will write and confirm by pressing the Enter key.

At the error, you have another chance to rewrite it.
If you are wrong, Spell&Speak pronounce the word three times, one of which spelling, so that the child has a correct perception of individual letters and the correlation between sound and form, this repetition after switching to the next word until the end the match. At this point the result is displayed, showing the number of correct words and misspelled words that were written.
Each play has 10 words.


• Say It Game
Say It offers a series of 10 random words that the child will repeat as they go while displaying their grammar and writing.

At the end of the game, the child may choose to continue with 10 other words or switch to another game.


• Letter Game
Pressing the Letter button Spell&Speak pronunciation and displays, each press of the button, a letter of the alphabet at random, before moving to the next letter, the child has the opportunity to write a letter shown below the text in its will.

This game is aimed to teach the various letters to distinguish the sound of reconnecting to the form and typing the same letter delivered by Spell&Speak, or can be used as a game of fantasy writing a word that starts with the letter proposal.


• Secret Code
Pressing the Secret Code button the child can write a word and with the Enter key can convert it into a secret code that consisting of numbers and symbols.


• Mystery Word
It consists in guessing the hidden word. On display are many hyphens as the letters of the word to guess. By pressing the correct letter, it appears going to position within the word itself.

If you fail more than 6 times the letter Spell&Speak will reveal the hidden word by pronouncing it and showing it on the display.

New in version 1.1

•Minor Bugfixing.
•Added the ability to play with Italian words while receiving instructions in English. (Key Module Select).
•Added the ""Best Voice"". The Original Voice is perfect if you want to relive the emotions of childhood. The "Best Voice" is better if you want to use Spell&Speak for educational purposes. (Key Module Select).
•Added the ability to use Spell&Speak with headphones, for the happiness of all parents :-) (do not recommend using headphones to children under the age of 12 years).

## Key features

- Multiple game modes (Spell, Say It, Letter, Code, Mystery Word)
- Teaches spelling and reading
- Letter recognition and pronunciation
- Secret code creation
- Word guessing game
- Universal app compatibility

## Chart rankings

- #28 in Top Paid · Trivia (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spell-and-speak/id540745022/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Similar to the original

*2026-05-10, version 1.6*

I understand that there are mixed reviews about this application, I’ve read through a few of them and decided to try it out for myself. I love how the developer stayed true to the look of the original speak and spell, especially with the electronic voice. (Side note it makes me think of E.T.). Some users have reported that it is kind of difficult to understand the electronic voice when it speaks, but I see this as something minor. Honestly since I have tried out the app a few times, I have easily been able to understand what it’s saying. Overall this app is awesome, and a must download. This will definitely re awaken a part of your childhood. Have fun!!

### 5/5 — Perfect! Just like in third grade...

*2026-01-20, version 1.6*

Love the clearer annunciation present in this version.Nails it! Well done:)

### 1/5 — A Waste Of Money

*2025-09-26, version 1.6*

The app does not work. The user interface buttons are so tiny. You can’t press them with your fingertips. The font on the Help menu is so small that you need a magnifying glass to read. Really disappointed in this App.

### 5/5 — Nostalgia and Good for Spelling

*2025-06-10, version 1.6*

I got the original Speak & Spell from eBay and this is 100% the same!! I would even pay for extra words, can you make that possible?

### 3/5 — Great in certain ways but also not too great

*2025-05-06, version 1.6*

So what I mean by my title is that some of the words are intelligble, but you can understand words like Earth, Angel, Word, Touch, etc. But certain words like To, Pull, Tool, can be very intelligible. 
Also I see this app as useful for other than the nostgia people wish to have but also for some of the other things at hand.

### 5/5 — now spell answer

*2024-07-06, version 1.6*

f-r-e-e-d-o-m

wrong, try again

### 1/5 — Don’t get. I’m warning you.

*2024-03-07*

DONT GET THIS APP. IT IS SLOW, UNHELPFUL, AND ANNOYING.

### 1/5 — Not worth it

*2024-02-14, version 1.6*

I should have paid attention before spending $2 that I cannot get back. 

Even though it had the same voice from the original l, the are small and not interactive. The app/interaction does not appear to be working as it should. Waste of time…

### 5/5 — Best thing to do with £1.99

*2023-12-25, version 1.6*

I did what any normal person this time would do; I spell F R E E D O M to ANSWER and G A B R I E L to ANGEL. :)

### 1/5 — IT DOES NOT WORK!!

*2023-08-25, version 1.6*

Screenshot only. So lame.

## Frequently asked questions about Spell&Speak

### What does Spell&Speak do?

Spell&Speak is an educational game designed to help children learn to read and write. It offers various game modes that focus on spelling, letter recognition, and word guessing, all presented with an engaging voice interface.

### What are the main game modes available?

The app features several game modes including 'Spell' for practicing word spelling, 'Say It' for repeating and writing words, 'Letter' for letter recognition, 'Secret Code' for creating coded words, and 'Mystery Word' for guessing hidden words.

### Is Spell&Speak free to use?

Yes, Spell&Speak is a free application. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay and learning.

### What age group is Spell&Speak suitable for?

Spell&Speak is suitable for children aged 3 years and up. It is also designed to appeal to adults who may have nostalgia for similar games from the 1980s.

### What devices is Spell&Speak compatible with?

Spell&Speak is an Universal App, meaning it is compatible with all devices. It is optimized to perform well even on newer devices with high-resolution displays like the iPad.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6 — 2016-06-09

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

• Bugfix

### 1.5 — 2014-09-28

• iOS 8 Compatibility

### 1.4 — 2013-11-26

• IOS7 Compatibility

### 1.3 — 2012-09-20

•Add iOS6 compatibility
•Add iPhone5 interface

### 1.2 — 2012-09-08

• Bugfixing

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