The Phonics App

The Phonics App

Learn to read with phonics

100 ratings
40 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 9, 2025
  • June 23, 2026

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This app teaches reading through phonics, focusing on sounds and blending words. It offers a research-led, non-addictive approach with expert guidance and informal checks to reinforce learning. Learn to decode nearly every English word with a focus on clear pronunciation.

✓Learn a-z sounds and word blending
✓Expert video guidance
✓Simple tap-to-hear sound interface
✓Learn English sound pronunciation
✓Practice with 400+ words
✓Learn irregular (tricky) words
✓Informal learning checks
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What's New in The Phonics App

2.4

June 23, 2026

Added a new 'swipe along the words' feature to make sounding words out easier for tiny fingers.

4

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User reviews

Great app

A brilliant app for practising on the go or on the sofa. My kids love using it and it’s helped them get up to speed really quickly

Fantastic!

My daughter was always reluctant to practise her letters and phonics, but since starting this app, she’s been really excited to learn! It makes phonics fun and engaging, and she actually looks forward to using it.

Sabah

I wish there were longer words and a way to learn how to read them, and I also wished there were sound symbols written under each letter.

Can’t recommend enough!

I’ve been sending recommendations to everyone whose kid is learning to read! It’s so clean and not gamified to the point that whole learning is turned into just a game. This one does what it needs to be doing still in a fun way! We’re going to subscribe to another year, even though my kid learned fully how to read!
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Thank you

We used the Phonics App to help my daughter with her year 1 screening. It was brilliant and she gained full marks on her assessment. Thank you so much

User experience

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Requested Features

3 requests

Option to open pictures for letter sounds

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Accent options for narration (e.g., American English)

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Offer app in Mandarin

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FAQ

What does The Phonics App do?

The Phonics App is designed to teach users how to read using a phonics-based approach. It focuses on learning individual letter sounds, blending those sounds to form words, and understanding common irregular words. The app aims to help users decode nearly every English word.

What are the key features of The Phonics App?

Key features include learning the a-z sounds and how to blend 2 and 3 letter words for free. A subscription unlocks all sounds and practice with over 400 words. The app provides video guidance from an expert phonics teacher, a simple tap-to-hear interface, pronunciation of English sounds, and informal checks to reinforce learning.

How much does The Phonics App cost?

The app offers a free tier where users can learn the basic a-z sounds and how to blend 2 and 3 letter words. To access all sounds and practice with over 400 words, a subscription is required. Subscription details follow standard Apple Terms of Use.

Who is this app for?

This app is suitable for anyone who wants to learn to read or improve their reading skills. It is particularly beneficial for early learners, but its research-led approach and comprehensive features make it useful for a wide range of ages and learning needs.

What makes this app different from other reading apps?

This app distinguishes itself by being specifically designed *not* to be addictive, avoiding gamified rewards like collectibles or dopamine hits. It offers a research-led, calm approach to early literacy with expert video guidance, focusing on building reading skills through understanding sounds and blending.