# Watch and Learn vs OpenDict

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Watch and Learn at 50% against OpenDict's 0%. OpenDict's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Watch and Learn sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. OpenDict asks for nothing beyond the download.

Watch and Learn ships an update every 7 months, OpenDict monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 6, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Watch and Learn | OpenDict |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[2.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watch-and-learn/id1465175697/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **6** | — |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 116 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Anton Ivanov](https://appshunter.io/developer/594091388) | [Dominik Gyecsek](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447946653) |

## What reviewers say

### Watch and Learn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watch-and-learn/id1465175697)

Learn new languages by watching films and series with synchronized subtitles. Tap on unknown words or phrases for instant translations and save them to flashcards for later study. Supports over 40 languages and offers pronunciation practice and knowledge tests.

**Highlights:** Watch films/series in foreign languages, Interactive subtitles with tap-to-translate, Save words/phrases to flashcards, Pronunciation support, Knowledge tests for vocabulary, Supports over 40 languages, Offline dictionaries

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $1.49 | per month |
| Annual subscription | $14.49 | per year |
| The Snows of Kilimanjaro | $0.99 | one-time |
| The Little Shop of Horrors | $0.99 | one-time |
| Carnival of Souls (1962) | $0.99 | one-time |
| House on Hounted Hill | $0.99 | one-time |
| The Stranger (1946) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Suddenly (1954) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Blood on the Sun | $0.99 | one-time |
| Detour | $0.99 | one-time |
| Plan 9 From Outer Space (1959) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Full version | $19.99 | one-time |


### OpenDict

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opendict-offline-dictionary/id6741465715)

This app provides an extensive offline dictionary and translator with support for over 200 languages. It offers lightning-fast searches, instant translations, and detailed definitions, all without requiring an internet connection. Organize your vocabulary with custom tags and enjoy a completely ad-free and subscription-free experience.

**Highlights:** Offline dictionary and translator, Support for 226 languages, Lightning-fast offline search, Instant translations and definitions, Customizable tags for organization, 100% ad-free and subscription-free

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Watch and Learn free?

Watch and Learn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is OpenDict free?

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

### Do Watch and Learn or OpenDict have ads?

Watch and Learn shows ads; OpenDict does not.

### Which is updated more often, Watch and Learn or OpenDict?

Watch and Learn ships an update every 7 months, and OpenDict monthly. Most recently, Watch and Learn was updated on September 6, 2026 and OpenDict on September 9, 2026.

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