Comparison

KeepReading vs Vocabiz

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

Head to head
About

KeepReading

Effortlessly read foreign language texts with instant translations. This app helps you build vocabulary and comprehension by providing seamless translation options for various content types, making language learning enjoyable and interruption-free.

Highlights
  • Tap-to-show word translation
  • Swipe-to-show phrase/sentence translation
  • Auto-scan translation while reading
  • Supports web pages, ePubs, PDFs, and notes
  • Over 20 languages supported
  • Vocabulary and comprehension building
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Dive into the world of foreign language reading with KeepReading—your ultimate companion for learning without interruptions. Forget the hassle of stopping to check a dictionary. With KeepReading, translations appear right when you need them, so you can focus on what really matters: enjoying your reading. It’s designed to help you breeze through tricky texts, effortlessly building your vocabulary and comprehension as you go. Here’s how KeepReading keeps things simple: 1. Tap-To-Show: Need a quick word translation? Just tap and keep going. 2. Swipe-To-Show: Want to see a full phrase or sentence translated? Swipe and it’s done. 3. Auto-Scan-To-Show: Let the app scan and translate while you keep reading—no interruptions, no effort. Whether it’s web pages, ePubs, PDFs, or your personal notes, KeepReading makes sure translations are smooth and seamless. With support for over 20 languages—including Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese, and more—KeepReading has you covered, no matter what you’re reading. Reading is one of the best ways to learn a new language, but tackling texts that feel too advanced can be frustrating. KeepReading turns frustration into flow, helping you confidently take on challenging content while growing your skills. Start reading your way to fluency with KeepReading today.

About

Vocabiz

Features
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Vocabulary with Vocabiz at its best! Communication and using appropriate vocabulary have become a major part of our success these days. Vocabiz is developed to enhance the use of daily language through strong vocabulary. An ample lot of words are provided for taking competitive exams or to achieve great confidence in your communication. - Learn vocabulary - How to pronounce the words - Meanings, Examples, Synonyms and Antonyms - Pocket words for quick reference - Quiz to test your vocabulary **Economical and user-friendly** Subscription pricing and terms: Vocabiz offers an auto-renewing yearly subscription at $14.99/year billed annually to provide you with unlimited access to ample lot of vocabulary content. Payment will be charged to the payment card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period and the cost of renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and the auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Read more about our terms and conditions here: Privacy policy: https://www.privacypolicies.com/live/82e2904d-bf41-4e41-8c7b-7fb1323cfc26 Terms of use: http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

KeepReading4 screens
Vocabiz4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: KeepReading at none against Vocabiz's 1. Vocabiz's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 days) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Vocabiz sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per year. KeepReading asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KeepReading ships an update every 5 days, Vocabiz every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
KeepReading versus Vocabiz: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKeepReadingVocabiz
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB22 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperCambridge Technology Innovation Centre LtdSvansoft Ltd

In-app purchases

None

KeepReading

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Vocabiz

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Vocabiz Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year

Questions

Is KeepReading free?
KeepReading is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Vocabiz free?
Vocabiz is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do KeepReading or Vocabiz have ads?
Neither KeepReading nor Vocabiz shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KeepReading or Vocabiz?
KeepReading ships an update every 5 days, and Vocabiz every 2 days. Most recently, KeepReading was updated on September 21, 2026 and Vocabiz on October 10, 2026.

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