# NGSL Builder Multilingual vs Essential Words

The clearest difference is rating: NGSL Builder Multilingual at 5.0 against Essential Words's 4.5. NGSL Builder Multilingual also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Essential Words's advantage is ratings volume (75 vs 2). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

NGSL Builder Multilingual holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Essential Words has 75 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | NGSL Builder Multilingual | Essential Words |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ngsl-builder-multilingual/id1097695392/reviews)** | [4.5 (75 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/essential-words-4000/id6449967910/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **75** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 248 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EFL Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/942981362) | [Son Le](https://appshunter.io/developer/1595071046) |

## What reviewers say

### NGSL Builder Multilingual

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ngsl-builder-multilingual/id1097695392)

This app helps English language learners and teachers utilize the New General Service List (NGSL) vocabulary. It offers tools for downloading, organizing, and studying words using science-based flashcards and progress tracking.

**Highlights:** NGSL vocabulary list access, Intelligent Wordlist Maker, Spaced-repetition flashcards, Progress tracking and reporting, Native English pronunciation, English, Japanese, and Thai support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Essential Words

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/essential-words-4000/id6449967910)

Master 4000 essential English words through definitions, examples, and audio pronunciations. Learn vocabulary in context with engaging stories and bookmark words for review. Ideal for all English learners.

**Highlights:** 4000 essential English words, Detailed definitions and examples, Audio pronunciation, Engaging stories for context, Bookmark words for review

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NGSL Builder Multilingual free?

NGSL Builder Multilingual is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Essential Words free?

Essential Words is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, NGSL Builder Multilingual or Essential Words?

NGSL Builder Multilingual is rated higher. NGSL Builder Multilingual averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Essential Words averages 4.5 from 75 ratings.

### Do NGSL Builder Multilingual or Essential Words have ads?

Essential Words shows ads; NGSL Builder Multilingual does not.

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