Starting Words vs Spell Cat
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Starting Words
This educational app helps young learners build essential spelling skills. Users drag and drop letters to form words, with audio pronunciation provided for each word. It focuses on recognizing letters and spelling simple, everyday words.
- Letter dragging and dropping
- Audio word pronunciation
- Image association with words
- Spelling practice
- Focus on everyday words
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Starting Words helps you learn to spell English words—one word at a time. Drag letters into place, hear each word spoken aloud, and build confidence with every correct spelling. Clear visuals and simple controls make practice easy whether you’re learning English or brushing up the basics. WHAT YOU’LL DO • Drag and drop letters to spell real English words • Hear words spoken aloud to connect sound and spelling • Collect word stickers as you master new vocabulary • Earn stars for clean, confident spellings • Take on a Daily Challenge and keep your streak going • Practice by word length—or try Missing Letters mode • Unlock achievements as your skills grow WHY IT WORKS • Focused sessions that fit into a busy day • Encouraging feedback that keeps you motivated • Progress you can see—stickers, stars, streaks, and badges • A simple layout that stays out of your way From short starter words to longer practice, Starting Words turns spelling into a habit you’ll want to keep. Download Starting Words and start spelling with confidence today!
Spell Cat
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Spell Cat - Fun Spelling Games for Kids Learn spelling through fun games with your adorable cat companion! Perfect for kids learning to spell. FEATURES: • Multiple game modes • Customizable cat companion • Fun themes and wardrobe items • Progress tracking • Family-friendly content Terms of Use: https://sequoia-caravel-0d5.notion.site/Spell-Cat-End-User-License-Agreement-EULA-20bec8ebaeca80da8717f5e094ba4c18 Privacy Policy: https://sequoia-caravel-0d5.notion.site/Spell-Cat-Privacy-Policy-208ec8ebaeca802394b0eebcba317569 Support: https://sequoia-caravel-0d5.notion.site/Spell-Cat-Support-208ec8ebaeca80c9a922e6167aefbbb8
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Starting Words at none against Spell Cat's shown. Spell Cat's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Starting Words ships an update every 3 weeks, Spell Cat every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Starting Words | Spell Cat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Curtis Fischer | Cheng Teng Wu |
In-app purchases
Starting Words
No in-app purchases
Spell Cat
No in-app purchases
