Comparison

English Times vs DK晨读

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

Head to head
About

English Times

This app helps children improve their English reading skills through a vast library of articles. It offers word translation, professional narration for listening practice, and content categorized by reading level and interest.

Highlights
  • Rich English articles with authentic context
  • Content classified by American reading evaluation system
  • Instant word and sentence translation
  • Professional American narrated recordings
  • Weekly updated content library
  • Multiple topics to eliminate reading boredom
Features
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English Times is an English reading app for kids, which provides rich English articles with authentic context to help you improve your English reading skills, increase learning efficiency, and enhance your English learning! -Featured content The content is carefully crafted by a professional TESOL team, and the reading content is classified according to the American reading evaluation system to match the reading ability of the reader. No matter if you're a beginner or a master, you're sure to find articles that suit your reading level and interests. More than 40 exciting topics eliminate the bore of reading in English. -Word translation The word translation function can be used at any time. You can get the translation and pronunciation of words or sentences with just one click, which allows you to read without obstacles. At the same time, you can learn new words anytime while reading, to fully grasp a word's usage in sentences! -Listen and read Professional American narrated recordings will immerse you in a pure language environment. By practicing listening and reading at the same time, you'll see serious improvement in your English and develop a more natural sense of English. -Constantly updating collection Learning is endless! Enjoy a massive library that updates weekly. Download English Times and enjoy reading anytime, anywhere! ==================================== Become an English Times VIP and read unlimited articles! Auto-Renew Subscription Terms: * Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account after confirmation of purchase. * Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. * Accounts will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current subscription period. * Subscriptions may be managed by you and auto-renew may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase. * Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. If you have any suggestions, feel free to contact us: Email: englishtimes@hellotalk.com * Privacy Policy: https://www.englishtimes.cc/privacy-policy * Terms of Service: https://www.englishtimes.cc/terms-of-service

About

DK晨读

Features
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每天10个精选单词+经典句型+语法解析+发音练习+双语阅读。支持单词收藏本、学习打卡(连续天数+月历)、TTS朗读。碎片时间学英语,轻松提升。

Screenshots

English Times4 screens
DK晨读4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: English Times at Free against DK晨读's $0.99. English Times also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). DK晨读's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On ads and device support 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

English Times is free to download; DK晨读 costs $0.99 up front. English Times sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. DK晨读 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

English Times ships an update every 6 weeks, DK晨读 every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
English Times versus DK晨读: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEnglish TimesDK晨读
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.3 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews61.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHELLOTALK LIMITED龙 王

In-app purchases

10 purchases

English Times

Subscriptions4
  • English Times App - 1 Month$14.991 Month
  • English Times Kinder(3 Months)$26.993 Months
  • English Times Kids(3 Months)$26.993 Months
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  • English Times App - 12 Months7 Days trial$69.991 Year
One-time6
  • English Times World(Lifetime)$169.99
  • English Times Junior(Lifetime)$169.99
  • English Times Teen(Lifetime)$169.99
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  • English Times Kids(Lifetime)$169.99
  • English Times Kinder(Lifetime)$169.99
  • English Times App - Lifetime$169.99
None

DK晨读

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is English Times free?
English Times is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DK晨读 free?
DK晨读 costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do English Times or DK晨读 have ads?
Neither English Times nor DK晨读 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, English Times or DK晨读?
English Times ships an update every 6 weeks, and DK晨读 every 2 weeks. Most recently, English Times was updated on November 3, 2026 and DK晨读 on November 5, 2026.

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