# Spell&Speak — user reviews > 50 indexed App Store user reviews of Spell&Speak by Mattia Confalonieri, rated 2.40/5 from 27 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spell-and-speak/id540745022/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spell-and-speak/id540745022.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 7 · 4★ 1 · 3★ 3 · 2★ 2 · 1★ 14 ## Newest reviews (12 of 50) ### 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. ### 2/5 — It doesn’t work. *2019-11-27, version 1.6* I feel ripped off it is a small picture of original. Unable to zoom in or see the buttons and it doesn’t work properly. Save your money but the real thing or try another app ### 3/5 — OK, but yes, frustrating *2017-09-23, version 1.6* The original had a "Say It" function that would read out ten words that you had to spell afterwards -- this doesn't seem to work the same. Also the original Spell A used simpler words. This does not seem to differentiate between Spell A-D. Ah well.. it's entertaining to some degree but makes me want to go out an shell on a used-yet-functional version of the real thing. ### 2/5 — Too small *2017-09-11, version 1.6* This is the same voice used in many electronic music tracks in the 80'a and 90's. It would have been nice to add a feature not found in the original, such as speaking words you type into it. Menu options are too small to read clearly. ### 4/5 — Just like the 1980s game we loved and better *2017-08-27, version 1.3* This app is great, with the added advantage that you can switch between the original voice (which was always a challenge to understand) and 'best voice'. There are also Italian words with the translations. It would be great to be able to have French and Spanish too to support language learning. ### 3/5 — Needs some work *2016-05-01, version 1.5* It does sound like the original voice. I saw that it had an alternative voice that would be easier for the kids, but I don't think that voice is very easy to understand. I can't find any directions so maybe there are settings that I'm missing but if so, it looses stars for not being intuitive. The original machine had modules for different word lists. You could also cycle through several lists in the machine. This appears to only have "Spell A" single list. This list goes from the word "to" to "thorough" in the same list, it's not practical for my 6yo and just frustrates him not to use it. It would be nice with this new technology to allow the parent the ability to edit, or at least control, the word lists. ### 4/5 — Much better in new voice *2015-10-29, version 1.5* As previous review mentions, the newer voice is MUCH easier to understand & the "British" accent makes it more fun for my son. (original voice very nostalgic - but could not understand) Fun for al ages ### 1/5 — Rubbish *2015-01-01, version 1.5* I bought this to help my daughter with her spelling, but as it doesn't tell you if you have the answer right or wrong it's no help at all ### 3/5 — Nice emulator *2014-12-13, version 1.5* Its a cute speak and spell emulator. The buttons are almost too small to see on the iphone. Might be better on ipad. Sounds like the original. Would like the button text to be a bit larger. ### 4/5 — Classic *2014-11-30, version 1.5* This is the classic speak n spell in all its' unintelligible glory. I appreciate them keeping the same sounds, but the original voice is a little rough for a default. It wasn't until after I played for a while, gave up and wrote a review and read some more that I found a way to change the voice into a more modern one. It's hidden under the # key on the keyboard. ### 1/5 — Awful App *2014-08-16, version 1.4* Voice is perfect, but it cannot "say" anything you want it to. It just asks you to type words it tells you to type. Hard to type on small letters. Should never have been allowed to be put on App Store. Rip off. I want my money back!!!!!!! ### 1/5 — It works i guess. *2014-03-19, version 1.4* Waste of an app and 1.99. I was bored after 30 seconds. I dont really remember the old one but i basically just wanted to type and have it read words but it doesnt. Has different "game modes" but really boring. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 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. ### 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… ### 1/5 — IT DOES NOT WORK!! *2023-08-25, version 1.6* Screenshot only. So lame. ### 1/5 — HORRIBLE APP *2023-08-25, version 1.6* THIS GAME IS HORRIBLE!!! DON'T WASTE UR MONEY FOR THIS IT'S FREAKING CRAP ### 1/5 — Terrible *2021-01-13, version 1.6* I bought this for a bit of nostalgia. I can’t understand the words even of easyspeak. Rubbish! ☹️ ### 1/5 — Spell&sSpeak *2019-11-13, version 1.6* Big waste of money, stay clear ### 1/5 — Waste of money! *2017-01-09, version 1.6* This app is a piece of crap. It literally does nothing. It just opens and that's it. Save your money! It's junk!! ### 1/5 — Needs more voice options *2016-09-18, version 1.6* Very difficult to understand the words. Even "best voice" has an English accent which is very difficult to understand, ### 1/5 — Do not buy *2015-08-01, version 1.5* Do not buy. Does not read back typed words.... Basic function is lost and the "games" are junk. Not worth a dime ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 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:) ### 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? ### 5/5 — now spell answer *2024-07-06, version 1.6* f-r-e-e-d-o-m wrong, try again ### 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. :) ### 5/5 — 토이스토리 보다가 생각나서 구입 *2022-12-05* 레트로 제대로 느낄 수 잇음 ### 5/5 — Just like the toy on iPad *2019-09-22, version 1.6* Awesome, just like the toy. I’ll try not to try and phone home with this one ### 5/5 — My brother *2019-09-16, version 1.6* My brother uses the Speak & Read to communicate with the family. He had a stroke when he was one year old. Is there a way you could create the Speak & Read for the iPad? I know his original one is going to stop working and I don’t want him to be without it. Please consider creating an app. Thank you. ### 5/5 — Lots of fun (ipad not iPhone) *2013-02-28, version 1.3* This is definitely a game for the ipad only due to the size of the keys. I tried it on my iPhone and it is too small for this game. I was a child of the 80s and 30 years ago I got my Speak and Spell at the age of 7. Several years later I got a Speak and Math. Speak and Spell made me the most popular child in the class for years on the last day of term when we could take ONE toy to school for the day. Electronic toys were pretty rate then. I think it was so much fun and certainly looked and sounded appealing. Back to the App. Buy it!!!! Especially if you are a Thirty-something like me who wants to relive some childhood! It's the best retro game App on here and it has the same voice exactly, also there is a 'Siri' type voice that is clearer as an alternative. I still have my original Speak and Spell in the attic. It still works. Nothing is as much fun as the real thing but this is a close match! ### 5/5 — The real deal *2013-02-23, version 1.3* Perfect reproduction. Kraftwerk fans will recognize the voice and beep tones from "Computer World" --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-30.*