# Ule vs Relay Reader

Ule and Relay Reader both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 40% of Ule's written reviews are positive against 0% of Relay Reader's. Ule also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (3.3K vs 8). Relay Reader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Ule sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Relay Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Ule against 4.5 for Relay Reader. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ule has 3.3K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 40% of Ule's written reviews are positive against 0% of Relay Reader's.

Ule ships an update every 3 weeks, Relay Reader every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ule | Relay Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ule-learn-english-language/id1452239366/reviews)** | [4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/relay-reader/id1478453360/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | **40.3% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 194 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Smertrios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1602014652) | [Educational Testing Service](https://appshunter.io/developer/923503056) |

## What reviewers say

### Ule

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ule-learn-english-language/id1452239366)

This app uses spaced repetition to help you learn English vocabulary. It offers a personalized learning program based on your current level and includes various memorization mechanics. You can choose topics of interest and learn thousands of new words annually.

**Highlights:** Spaced repetition learning method, Personalized learning program, Daily word learning (8 words), 5 learning mechanics for memorization, 29 topic areas to choose from, Vocabulary and expression repetition

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BeeLingvo Weekly Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| BeeLingvo Weekly Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| BeeLingvo Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Ule Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Ule Premium Access | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| BeeLingvo Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| One Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Ule Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| One Month | $19.99 | per month |
| Ule Premium | $34.99 | per 6 months |
| One Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Ule Yearly Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Access | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent app for learning new languages
- 🚀 Fun and engaging learning experience
- 💡 Comprehensive approach with all 4 skills
- 👍 Helpful and responsive customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Audio not working as expected
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🚫 Limited language options available

**Reported bugs**

- App not working on older devices
- Settings not saving properly
- Inconsistent word pronunciations
- Numerous typos and grammatical errors in content

**Requested features**

- Add more language options, especially Farsi/Persian
- Implement English to English learning mode
- Improve translation accuracy and quality
- Allow switching between languages without losing progress


### Relay Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/relay-reader/id1478453360)

This app helps users of all ages improve their reading skills by taking turns reading aloud with a virtual partner. Users can record themselves to practice and build confidence while enjoying classic literature.

**Highlights:** Turn-based reading with virtual partner, Self-recording for reflection, Builds reading confidence and stamina, Access to literary classics, Suitable for all ages

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ule free?

Ule is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Relay Reader free?

Relay Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Ule or Relay Reader?

Ule is rated higher. Ule averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while Relay Reader averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.

### Do Ule or Relay Reader have ads?

Ule shows ads; Relay Reader does not.

### Which is updated more often, Ule or Relay Reader?

Ule ships an update every 3 weeks, and Relay Reader every 7 months. Most recently, Ule was updated on October 15, 2026 and Relay Reader on October 1, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*