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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Build confidence with the American Sign Language alphabet, one letter at a time. SignScribe brings letter illustrations, live camera feedback, and hands-on practice together to help you explore ASL fingerspelling at your own pace. LEARN THE ALPHABET Browse all 26 letters, explore reference illustrations, and follow your letter mastery as you practice. EXPLORE WITH YOUR CAMERA Use Playground to see recognized letters as you sign. Choose manual confirmation or automatic recognition, and practice static handshapes as well as the movements for J and Z. START WITH FREE PRACTICE Put your skills to the test with quick, 10-letter A–Z rounds. The letter library, Playground, and standard practice rounds are available for free. GO FURTHER WITH SIGNSCRIBE+ Make practice your own with: • Suggested letters and focused letter packs. • Custom rounds using the letters you choose. • Word and name drills, practiced one letter at a time. • Your own saved word lists. • 60- and 120-second letter or word sprints. • Session history, practice streaks, learning trends, and sprint personal bests. PRACTICE AT YOUR PACE Adjust manual confirmation timing and customize your hand overlay color. Accessibility improvements include larger-text layouts, descriptive VoiceOver labels, Voice Control names, clearer contrast, and support for Reduce Motion. Hand recognition is processed on your device. Your learning history and saved word lists are stored locally. SignScribe focuses on the ASL alphabet and letter-by-letter fingerspelling. SignScribe+ is optional and available through monthly or yearly subscriptions, or a lifetime purchase. Privacy Policy: https://github.com/brazill7/SignScribe-PrivacyPolicy Terms of Use: https://github.com/brazill7/SignScribe-Terms_of_Use

Screenshots

ASLphabet4 screens
SignScribe3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ASLphabet at 100% against SignScribe's 43%. ASLphabet also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, ratings volume, ads and monetization model 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. SignScribe sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. ASLphabet asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ASLphabet holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 20 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of ASLphabet's written reviews are positive against 43% of SignScribe's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
ASLphabet versus SignScribe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterASLphabetSignScribe
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (7 ratings) — better3.0 (20 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better42.9% of reviews
Number of ratings720 — better
Update frequency—Every 14 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB23 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 ratings20 ratings
Positive45.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative45.0%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral14.3%
Negative42.9%

In-app purchases

None

ASLphabet

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

SignScribe

Subscriptions2
  • SignScribe+ Monthly$2.991 Month
  • SignScribe+ Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • SignScribe+ Lifetime$39.99

Questions

Is ASLphabet free?
ASLphabet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SignScribe free?
SignScribe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ASLphabet or SignScribe?
ASLphabet is rated higher. ASLphabet averages 5.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while SignScribe averages 3.0 from 20 ratings.
Do ASLphabet or SignScribe have ads?
Neither ASLphabet nor SignScribe shows ads.

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