Comparison

ASLphabet vs SignScribe

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

Head to head
About

ASLphabet

This app offers an engaging method to learn American Sign Language (ASL) alphabet. It features interactive learning and quiz modes, guided by a friendly mascot, to help users of all ages master the signs.

Highlights
  • Learn ASL alphabet signs
  • Interactive camera-based learning
  • Recognition quiz mode
  • Mascot-guided lessons
  • Suitable for all ages
Features
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ASLphabet is a fun new way to learn the alphabet in American Sign Language.  Designed for children but accessible to all, ASLphabet features two modes equipped to build and test your knowledge.  Learn Mode uses your device’s front-facing camera to put the action into your own hands, and you’ll follow along with the on-screen guides to become familiar with the signs.  In Quiz Mode, you’ll assess your recognition of the signs you’ve studied.  We know 26 letters can be overwhelming, but not to worry! Our mascot, Alfons the Fox, will lead you every step of the way. Take learning into your own hands and download ASLphabet today!

About

SignScribe

Master the ASL alphabet with real-time feedback using your iPhone camera. This app offers an interactive library and quiz system to help you sign with confidence, tracking your progress for each letter.

Highlights
  • Real-time gesture recognition
  • Mastery tracking for each letter
  • Adaptive quizzing with immediate feedback
  • Visual library of alphabet signs
  • Interactive practice and testing loop
Features
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Master the ASL (American Sign Language) Alphabet. One Gesture at a Time. SignScribe uses advanced computer vision to turn your iPhone camera into a personal sign language tutor. Whether you are a total beginner or looking to sharpen your finger-spelling speed, our interactive library and quiz system provide the immediate feedback you need to sign with confidence.Key Features - Real-Time Gesture Recognition: Powered by your camera, SignScribe analyzes your hand shapes instantly, telling you exactly when you’ve hit the right mark. - Mastery Tracking: Every letter matters. Our intelligent mastery system tracks your accuracy for each letter of the alphabet. Watch your progress gauges fill from 0 to 100% as you move from "Learning" to "Mastered." - Adaptive Quizzing: Put your memory to the test. The quiz system intelligently prompts you to sign letters and gives you real-time feedback on your attempts. (Note: Static signs only; motion-based signs like J and Z are excluded from the quiz). - Premium Learning Experience: Study in a beautiful, focused environment featuring a fluid animated background and an intuitive glass design to more match iOS 26's system design - Visual Library: Detailed reference images for the entire alphabet, ensuring you have a perfect mental model of every sign before you start your practice. Why Hands-On ASL? Learning a new language is about more than just memorization, it’s about muscle memory. By providing a "gamified" loop of practice and testing, we help you build the physical habits required to communicate in ASL fluently. Start your journey today and see your mastery grow, one sign at a time.

Screenshots

ASLphabet4 screens
SignScribe4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ASLphabet at 5.0 against SignScribe's 3.1. ASLphabet also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 67%) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 26.0). On price, ratings volume, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ASLphabet holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 19 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of ASLphabet's written reviews are positive against 67% of SignScribe's.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ASLphabet versus SignScribe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterASLphabetSignScribe
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (7 ratings) — better3.1 (19 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings719 — better
Update frequency—Every 19 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB63 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNew Media InstituteMaverick Brazill

Customer experience

ASLphabet

All ratings7 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SignScribe

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

ASLphabet

No in-app purchases

None

SignScribe

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ASLphabet free?
ASLphabet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SignScribe free?
SignScribe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ASLphabet or SignScribe?
ASLphabet is rated higher. ASLphabet averages 5.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while SignScribe averages 3.1 from 19 ratings.
Do ASLphabet or SignScribe have ads?
Neither ASLphabet nor SignScribe shows ads.

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