# My Dictionary vs WordTheme

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: WordTheme at 16.0 against My Dictionary's 26.0. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. My Dictionary sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and WordTheme sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for My Dictionary against 4.8 for WordTheme. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 33 and 53 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of My Dictionary's written reviews are positive against 93% of WordTheme's.

My Dictionary ships an update every 2 weeks, WordTheme every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | My Dictionary | WordTheme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (33 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-dictionary-learn-words/id1588418793/reviews)** | [4.8 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wordtheme/id1603902951/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 33 | **53** |
| Positive reviews | 87.5% of reviews | **92.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 121 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Ryakhin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1588418795) | [Jean-Marie Moriceau](https://appshunter.io/developer/1603902953) |

## What reviewers say

### My Dictionary

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-dictionary-learn-words/id1588418793)

This app goes beyond simple translations, offering a comprehensive dictionary experience with definitions, example sentences, and pictures. It provides tools to actively learn saved words through spaced repetition, flashcards, quizzes, and engaging games. Supports over 180 languages and syncs across Apple devices.

**Highlights:** Save words in 180+ languages, Definitions in native or chosen language, Example sentences and pictures, Spaced review and flashcards, Vocabulary games and daily puzzles, Cross-device iCloud sync

**Features:** Family Sharing, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Pro | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Pro | $5.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro | $89.99 | one-time |


### WordTheme

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wordtheme/id1603902951)

Organize and study vocabulary lists for language learning or specific topics. Add words with translations, listen to pronunciation, and categorize them into themes. Create custom dictionaries, associate images and definitions, and utilize various study games.

**Highlights:** Add/modify words with translations, Listen to word pronunciation, Organize vocabulary into themes/categories, Create hierarchical categories, Associate images and definitions, Study games (flashcards, crosswords, etc.), Google Drive synchronization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium features | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is My Dictionary free?

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

### Is WordTheme free?

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

### Which has better reviews, My Dictionary or WordTheme?

My Dictionary is rated higher. My Dictionary averages 4.9 out of 5 from 33 ratings, while WordTheme averages 4.8 from 53 ratings.

### Do My Dictionary or WordTheme have ads?

Neither My Dictionary nor WordTheme shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, My Dictionary or WordTheme?

My Dictionary ships an update every 2 weeks, and WordTheme every 3 weeks. Most recently, My Dictionary was updated on November 3, 2026 and WordTheme on November 3, 2026.

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