Comparison

DictionBuddy vs Estill Exercises

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

Head to head
About

DictionBuddy

This app provides opera singers with an accessible and affordable way to train their diction. It features recordings by native speakers in multiple languages, with both normal and slow-paced readings to ensure clarity. Subscription options offer access to premium features and content.

Highlights
  • Native speaker diction recordings
  • Multiple languages offered
  • Normal and slow-paced recordings
  • Singing-focused pronunciation
  • Subscription packages available
  • Operatic training resources
Features
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DictionBuddy’s mission is to bring a major element of Operatic Training into the 21st Century. Learning should be easy, fast, and affordable but today it is not for many opera singers. Sadly, many singers aren’t able to access these educational and training services easily and often can’t even afford to do the amount of training they would desire. DictionBuddy will change all of that by simplifying, standardizing, and globalizing access to world-class resources and training. We have created a platform that offers a library of diction recordings in several languages, made by native speakers prioritizing the diction used when SINGING. Each title in our library has 2 versions: First is a normal poetic reading with the inflection and flow of each language emphasized. The second is a slow recording where every syllable is taken slowly and given the appropriate attention so that details are not missed. Subscription packages offers premium features with selection of monthly or annually time period and also by content requirements, explained for each. Languages offered: Italian, French, German, English, Russian, Latin and more! For further information about terms and policy: - Terms and Conditions: https://dictionbuddy.com/termsandconditions - Privacy policy: https://dictionbuddy.com/privacypolicy

About

Estill Exercises

Master vocal techniques with guided exercises and expert instruction. Track your progress, review study materials in multiple languages, and connect with a community of learners. Perfect for both beginners and experienced users looking to refine their voice.

Highlights
  • Personalized user center with notes and bookmarks
  • Study materials in 6 languages
  • Expert-guided video lessons
  • Progress tracking and practice logging
  • Audio training exercises
  • Interactive flashcards for exam prep
  • Attractor state check-in
Features
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Estill Voice Training, the leader in voice training and rehabilitation across the globe, comes to the palm of your hand! Train your voice anytime and anywhere. Estill Exercise features: User Center: Take control of your learning journey with our brand new personalized user center featuring notes, bookmarks, and more! Review Estill Figures and Qualities: Our EVT study materials are now in 6 languages and with a fresh look. Train with Estill Experts: Master Estill Figures and Qualities with expert guidance from certified Estill trainers through engaging videos and targeted exercises. Practicebook: Keep track of your progress and log all your practice sessions with our convenient Practicebook feature. Audio Training Exercises: Turn your Figures into Artistry Action with weekly Audio Training Exercises. Compete & Connect: Level up your knowledge, earn badges, and connect with fellow learners. Estill Etudes Accompaniment: Need help with Estill Etudes? These fun melodies were created to accompany the melodic exercises in the book. Flash Cards: Ace your exam preparation with our interactive flashcards for targeted practice. Attractor State Check-in: Check-in with your voice before jumping into more challenging vocal exercises, or track your Attractor State on your audition day! Whether you’re new to Estill Voice Training® and want to start using our unique and powerful system for training your voice or have used Estill for decades and want a way to practice and keep your voice in shape, Estill Exercises helps you achieve your vocal goals! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

DictionBuddy4 screens
Estill Exercises4 screens

Verdict

The call

DictionBuddy and Estill Exercises both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of DictionBuddy's written reviews are positive against 38% of Estill Exercises's. DictionBuddy also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (23 vs 2). Estill Exercises's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. DictionBuddy sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Estill Exercises sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. 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 — 4.9 for DictionBuddy against 5.0 for Estill Exercises. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DictionBuddy has 23 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of DictionBuddy's written reviews are positive against 38% of Estill Exercises's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DictionBuddy ships an update every 3 months, Estill Exercises every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
DictionBuddy versus Estill Exercises: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDictionBuddyEstill Exercises
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (23 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better37.5% of reviews
Number of ratings23 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1414.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDictionBuddy LLCEstill Voice International, LLC

Customer experience

DictionBuddy

All ratings23 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral4.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Estill Exercises

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive37.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

11 purchases

DictionBuddy

Subscriptions11
  • Standard Month Launch$5.991 Month
  • Language Select Month Launch$5.991 Month
  • Advanced Month Launch Price$9.991 Month
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  • Standard Month$14.991 Month
  • All Access Month Launch$14.991 Month
  • Advanced Month$29.991 Month
  • Standard Annual Launch$29.991 Year
  • Language Select Annual Launch$29.991 Year
  • All Access Month$49.991 Month
  • Advanced Annual Launch Price$59.991 Year
  • All Access Annual Launch$89.991 Year
1 purchases

Estill Exercises

Subscriptions1
  • Estill Exercises Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month

Questions

Is DictionBuddy free?
DictionBuddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Estill Exercises free?
Estill Exercises is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DictionBuddy or Estill Exercises?
Estill Exercises is rated higher. DictionBuddy averages 4.9 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Estill Exercises averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do DictionBuddy or Estill Exercises have ads?
Neither DictionBuddy nor Estill Exercises shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DictionBuddy or Estill Exercises?
DictionBuddy ships an update every 3 months, and Estill Exercises every 6 weeks. Most recently, DictionBuddy was updated on September 8, 2026 and Estill Exercises on September 13, 2026.

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