Comparison

Julius Caesar! vs Shakespeare

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Julius Caesar!

Experience Shakespeare's classic tragedy with this digital reader. It offers adjustable auto-scrolling speeds for a comfortable reading experience, featuring the original text and bonus content for enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Auto scroller speeds
  • Original Shakespearean text
  • Additional content for fans
  • Adjustable reading experience
Features
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Julius Caesar is a play, by William Shakespeare. This reader is equipped with various auto scroller speeds to make a more pleasurable reading experience. This book contains the original text from William Shakespeare's play, Julius Caesar, and additional content for Shakespeare fans.

About

Shakespeare

Access all of Shakespeare's plays translated into simple, modern English. This app offers a user-friendly interface, offline reading, and customizable themes to make the Bard's works accessible and enjoyable for students, educators, and enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Complete collection of Shakespeare's plays
  • Simple English translations
  • Offline reading capability
  • Customizable themes and reading settings
  • Educational tool for students and teachers
  • Improved vocabulary and understanding
Features
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Unlock the timeless magic of William Shakespeare—made simple, accessible, and fun! Welcome to Fluid Shakespeare, your ultimate companion to the Bard's complete works. Whether you are a student prepping for literature exams, a teacher looking for engaging classroom tools, or a classic literature enthusiast, this app bridges the gap between Elizabethan English and modern readers. Experience all of Shakespeare’s plays and poems with line-by-line modern translations, read-along audio, and in-depth study guides! KEY FEATURES: The Complete Works Access every single play and poem written by William Shakespeare. From legendary tragedies to beloved comedies and historical epics, it's all here in one app. Side-by-Side Modern Translation Say goodbye to confusing old English! Read the original text side-by-side with a clear, simple modern English translation. Go line-by-line to truly understand the beauty of Shakespeare’s storytelling. Read-Along Audio Immerse yourself in the drama! Listen to high-quality, read-along audio for all content. Perfect for auditory learners, commuters, and those wanting to hear the rhythm of the Bard’s words. Comprehensive Study Guides (Exam Prep) Ace your literature classes! Our built-in study materials include detailed scene summaries, deep-dive character sketches, and thematic breakdowns to help students master their exams. In-Built Glossary & Dictionary Stuck on a word? Tap to instantly look up archaic words and phrases with our built-in Shakespearean dictionary. Expand your vocabulary as you read. Custom Themes & Dark Mode Personalize your reading experience. Adjust font sizes and styles, and switch to Dark Mode for comfortable, eye-friendly nighttime reading. Read Offline Download your favorite plays, poems, and audio tracks to read and listen anywhere, anytime—no internet connection required! WHAT YOU'LL FIND INSIDE: Popular Tragedies: Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, Macbeth, Othello, King Lear, Julius Caesar. Beloved Comedies: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Much Ado About Nothing, The Merchant of Venice, Twelfth Night, As You Like It. Historical Epics: Henry V, Richard III, King John. Classic Romances: The Tempest, The Winter’s Tale. Complete Poetry: All 154 Sonnets and narrative poems. WHO IS THIS APP FOR? Students: Simplify your homework, understand complex plots, and prepare for exams with confidence. Teachers: Enhance your curriculum and engage your students with side-by-side translations and audio. Enthusiasts & Beginners: Break down the language barrier and discover (or rediscover) the greatest stories ever told. Language Learners: Improve your English vocabulary by comparing classic texts with modern equivalents. Embrace the brilliance of Shakespeare without the language barrier. Download Fluid Shakespeare today and start your journey into the world of the Bard! Support & Feedback: We love hearing from our community of readers! For any feedback, feature requests, or suggestions, please write to us at support@knovella.com

Screenshots

Julius Caesar!4 screens
Shakespeare4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Julius Caesar! at none against Shakespeare's shown. Julius Caesar! also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). Shakespeare's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Julius Caesar! sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Shakespeare sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Julius Caesar! against 5.0 for Shakespeare. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Julius Caesar! ships an update every 10 days, Shakespeare fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Julius Caesar! versus Shakespeare: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJulius Caesar!Shakespeare
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB62 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperQualex Consulting Services, IncMysthetic Inc

Customer experience

Julius Caesar!

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Shakespeare

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Julius Caesar!

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99
20 purchases

Shakespeare

One-time20
  • Venus and Adonis$0.99
  • The Rape of Lucrece$0.99
  • The Phoenix and the Turtle$0.99
Show 17 more
  • A Lovers Complaint$0.99
  • The Passionate Pilgrim$0.99
  • The Twelfth Night$0.99
  • Romeo and Juliet$0.99
  • Hamlet$0.99
  • Macbeth$0.99
  • Cymbeline$0.99
  • King John$0.99
  • Henry IV Part II$0.99
  • Troilus and Cressida$0.99
  • Henry VI Part II$0.99
  • Henry VI Part III$0.99
  • Henry VIII$0.99
  • Richard III$0.99
  • Pericles, Prince of Tyre$0.99
  • Richard II$0.99
  • Complete Collection - 37 Plays$19.99

Questions

Is Julius Caesar! free?
Julius Caesar! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Shakespeare free?
Shakespeare is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Julius Caesar! or Shakespeare?
Julius Caesar! and Shakespeare are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Julius Caesar! or Shakespeare have ads?
Shakespeare shows ads; Julius Caesar! does not.
Which is updated more often, Julius Caesar! or Shakespeare?
Julius Caesar! ships an update every 10 days, and Shakespeare fortnightly. Most recently, Julius Caesar! was updated on September 21, 2026 and Shakespeare on September 25, 2026.

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