Comparison

Reading syllables vs SpellSprinter

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side โ€” with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Reading syllables

Features
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A game to learn how to read the syllables of the English language. Read the word divided into syllables and select the corresponding image. When you select the right image you can move on to the next word. Lots of different words to play and learn with.

About

SpellSprinter

Features
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Spell Sprint โ€“ Test Your Spelling Speed! Think you can spell fast? Spell Sprint challenges you to hear a word, type it correctly, and beat the clock before it scrolls off the screen. With multiple word packs, three speed difficulties, and Game Center leaderboards, every round pushes your spelling skills and reflexes. How It Works Hear the word โ†’ Type it correctly โ†’ Beat the clock! Features Solo Sprint Mode โ€“ Race against scrolling words in fast-paced spelling rounds with instant feedback on accuracy and speed. Multiple Word Packs โ€“ Start with the Basic pack, then unlock Intermediate, Advanced, America, Countries, Animals, Colors, Foods, Vehicles, and more. Three Speed Modes โ€“ Easy, Medium, and Hard. Start slow or go full sprint as words move faster. Game Center Leaderboards โ€“ Compete for the top spot on leaderboards for each word pack. Custom Voice Settings โ€“ Adjust voice, speed, and pitch so every word sounds just right. TV Party Mode โ€“ Use your iPhone as a controller for living-room games on Apple TV. Open Spell Sprint Party on Apple TV, set up your game in the lobby, then tap the TV icon in Spell Sprint to join over the same Wiโ€‘Fi network. Everyone types on their phone while the big screen runs the show. Endless Replayability โ€“ Improve your score, climb the leaderboards, and challenge yourself to get faster every time. Whether you are sharpening your spelling solo or joining a party on the couch, Spell Sprint keeps you on your toes. Ready to claim the top spot? Download now and start sprinting to spelling success!

Screenshots

Reading syllables4 screens
SpellSprinter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Reading syllables at none against SpellSprinter's 1. Reading syllables also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). SpellSprinter's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. SpellSprinter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Reading syllables asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Reading syllables ships an update every 14 months, SpellSprinter every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 3 level
Reading syllables versus SpellSprinter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReading syllablesSpellSprinter
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsEvery 8 months โ€” better
AdsYesNo โ€” better
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 โ€” better15.6
Further details โ€” not scored
Size61 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRaffaele TassoKyron Weaver

In-app purchases

None

Reading syllables

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SpellSprinter

One-time1
  • All Packs$0.99

Questions

Is Reading syllables free?
Reading syllables is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SpellSprinter free?
SpellSprinter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Reading syllables or SpellSprinter have ads?
Reading syllables shows ads; SpellSprinter does not.
Which is updated more often, Reading syllables or SpellSprinter?
Reading syllables ships an update every 14 months, and SpellSprinter every 8 months. Most recently, Reading syllables was updated on September 19, 2026 and SpellSprinter on September 10, 2026.

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