# WRD vs Glurbs

The clearest difference is rating: WRD at 4.7 against Glurbs's 3.0. WRD also leads on ratings volume (2.8K vs 1). Glurbs's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WRD sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Glurbs sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WRD holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WRD has 2.8K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 50% and 50% positive.

WRD ships an update every 3 weeks, Glurbs monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WRD | Glurbs |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wrd-learn-words/id1554312100/reviews)** | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glurbs-fun-language-learning/id6484164158/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.8K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **50.3% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 390 MB | 328 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Happymagenta UAB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1105393733) | [Nubridge Publishing Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1573294221) |

## What reviewers say

### WRD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wrd-learn-words/id1554312100)

Accelerate language learning with a free, engaging app designed to improve vocabulary and master reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills through short, science-based exercises. Learn multiple languages at your own pace with native speaker audio and personalized learning plans.

**Highlights:** Vocabulary building exercises, Reading, listening, speaking, writing practice, Native speaker audio, Personalized learning plans, Progress tracking, Multiple languages

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WRD Pro (1 Week) | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| WRD Plus (1 month) | $7.99 | per month |
| WRD Pro (1 Month) | $9.99 | per month |
| Unlock Everything (1 month) | $9.99 | per month |
| Family PRO (Monthly) | $12.99 | per month |
| WRD Pro (3 Months) | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| WRD Pro (6 Months) | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| Unlock Everything (6 month) | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| WRD Pro (1 Year) | $69.99 | per year |
| Family PRO (yearly) | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient learning
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- ⭐ Excellent for vocabulary
- 💡 Helpful visual aids
- 🎓 Effective for language learning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🐛 Incorrect translations
- 🔍 Limited vocabulary
- 🤔 Confusing exercise types
- 🚫 Aggressive monetization

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes
- Freezing issues
- Inability to change language
- Incorrect word pronunciations

**Requested features**

- Add more languages
- Improve German vocabulary
- Allow custom word lists
- Provide sample sentences
- Adjust audio playback speed


### Glurbs

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glurbs-fun-language-learning/id6484164158)

Embark on a language learning adventure with interactive lessons and playful challenges. Kids can explore Spanish, French, or Italian, earning points and climbing leaderboards while building confidence. Travel across planets, play fun games, and boost reading, listening, and spelling skills.

**Highlights:** Interactive language lessons, Playful challenges and games, Character customization, Leaderboards and progress tracking, Learn Spanish, French, and Italian, Reading, listening, and spelling activities

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Discounted Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Language Angels Schools | $1.99 | per year |
| Standard Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Standard Yearly Subscription | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WRD free?

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

### Is Glurbs free?

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

### Which has better reviews, WRD or Glurbs?

WRD is rated higher. WRD averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while Glurbs averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do WRD or Glurbs have ads?

Neither WRD nor Glurbs shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WRD or Glurbs?

WRD ships an update every 3 weeks, and Glurbs monthly. Most recently, WRD was updated on November 3, 2026 and Glurbs on November 5, 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.*
