# Spelling Bee vs #LearnToSpell

The clearest difference is update cadence: Spelling Bee at every 4 weeks against #LearnToSpell's every 30 months. Spelling Bee also leads on ratings volume (1.9K vs 1). #LearnToSpell's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Spelling Bee sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and #LearnToSpell sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

#LearnToSpell holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spelling Bee has 1.9K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Spelling Bee ships an update every 4 weeks, #LearnToSpell every 30 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Spelling Bee | #LearnToSpell |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spelling-bee-english-words/id1466630827/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learntospell/id1508638972/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.9K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 77.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 30 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 240 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Smertrios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1602014652) | [R2Cute](https://appshunter.io/developer/1438988553) |

## What reviewers say

### Spelling Bee

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spelling-bee-english-words/id1466630827)

Learn English spelling and vocabulary through interactive games. Explore over 30 topics and practice with thousands of words and expressions. Enjoy a fun and engaging way to enhance your language skills.

**Highlights:** Interactive spelling practice, Journey mode with 30+ topics, Over 5000 words and expressions, Alphabet and vocabulary learning, Engaging game format

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Spelling Bee Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Spelling Bee Premiums Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Spelling Bee Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| One Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Spelling Bee Monthly Trial | $11.99 | per month |
| Spelling Bee Premium | $12.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| One Month | $19.99 | per month |
| Spelling Bee Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Spelling Bee Premium Access | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| Spelling Bee Premium | $79.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helps with spelling and learning
- 👍 Fun and enjoyable
- 🤓 Challenging and educational
- 🤩 Great for kids and students
- 😊 Encouraging and motivating

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 No way to cancel or manage subscription
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees
- 🔍 Lack of settings and customization options
- 🐛 Crashes and technical issues
- 🚫 Age-inappropriate content

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription charges despite cancellation
- Crashes and freezes during gameplay
- Incompatibility with certain devices
- Inability to access all features without payment

**Requested features**

- More affordable subscription options
- Better subscription management tools
- Customizable settings and controls
- Expanded content for older users
- Improved customer support and help center


### #LearnToSpell

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learntospell/id1508638972)

This educational app helps children improve their spelling skills with over 200 words across various categories. It offers a bilingual mode for practicing in English or French and allows for keyboard case customization.

**Highlights:** Over 200 words, Multiple categories, Bilingual practice (English/French), Keyboard case options, Error-free writing practice

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Game | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Spelling Bee free?

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

### Is #LearnToSpell free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Spelling Bee or #LearnToSpell?

#LearnToSpell is rated higher. Spelling Bee averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while #LearnToSpell averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Spelling Bee or #LearnToSpell have ads?

Both Spelling Bee and #LearnToSpell show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Spelling Bee or #LearnToSpell?

Spelling Bee ships an update every 4 weeks, and #LearnToSpell every 30 months. Most recently, Spelling Bee was updated on October 26, 2026 and #LearnToSpell on October 18, 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.*