Comparison

Jawoyn vs Djaa

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

Head to head
About

Jawoyn

Features
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This resource has been created by the Jawoyn Association Aboriginal Corporation in collaboration with the WCC Language Program and supported through the Australian Government's Indigenous Languages and Arts program. All information will remain the property of the Jawoyn Association on behalf of the Jawoyn people. The Jawoyn dictionary is changing the way people learn language and connect with culture. Jawoyn Association Chair, Lisa Mumbin, says “Our stories and knowledge have been passed down for thousands of years but without our language culture can’t survive, we can’t survive. Our kids and their kids need to know Jawoyn to keep our people and our culture strong and healthy.” Browse the dictionary contents by letter, categories, and images. Search in Jawoyn and English. The app background features Bolung (the Rainbow Serpent) and comes from artwork by Alice Manakalorlo. Alice’s Bolung painting is also the basis of the Jawoyn Association’s logo. Download today and start exploring, learning, and experiencing Jawoyn culture! FEATURES - All new interface to provide a modern iOS experience. - New media player with 'Play All' feature allows users to listen to dictionary app content continuously in order or shuffle mode. - Word of the day widget, displays a new word every day to encourage continual learning. - Explore over 4000 documented Jawoyn words. - Clear and concise studio recordings of correct pronunciations. - Search in Jawoyn or English language. - Traditional welcome and acknowledgement every time the app is opened. - Ideal for all ages and learning levels. SUPPORT & FEEDBACK If you are having any issues or want to help improve the Dictionary App with your feedback, please visit wcclp.com.au or contact us directly at feedback@wcclp.com.au. We are more than happy to answer all your questions and solve any issue, so make sure you contact us before leaving your review. Explore and learn the language and culture of the Jawoyn people anywhere in the world, for free!

About

Djaa

Embark on a 2D cultural gaming adventure set in Kabi Kabi country. Run, play, hunt, and learn traditional knowledge as you compete in the Bunya Dreaming festival and face challenges to earn honor.

Highlights
  • 2D cultural gaming experience
  • Based on Kabi Kabi country
  • Run, play, and hunt mechanics
  • Learn traditional knowledge
  • Compete in Bunya Dreaming festival
  • Earn honor through challenges
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This Multi level, 2d cultural gaming experience is based on Kabi Kabi country, south east of QLD, Australia. Using traditional knowledge we have created a world where the player can run, play, hunt and learn all at the same time. Buangan is to compete in the Bunya Dreaming festival, he must face many challenges. Help him earn honour?

Screenshots

Jawoyn4 screens
Djaa4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Jawoyn at Free against Djaa's $14.99. Djaa's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Jawoyn is free to download; Djaa costs $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Jawoyn ships an update every 2 months, Djaa every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
Jawoyn versus Djaa: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJawoynDjaa
PriceFree — better$14.99
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB346 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperWiradjuri Condobolin Corporation LimitedTribalLink Pty Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Jawoyn

No in-app purchases

None

Djaa

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Jawoyn free?
Jawoyn is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Djaa free?
Djaa costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Jawoyn or Djaa have ads?
Neither Jawoyn nor Djaa shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Jawoyn or Djaa?
Jawoyn ships an update every 2 months, and Djaa every 3 weeks. Most recently, Jawoyn was updated on October 27, 2026 and Djaa on October 25, 2026.

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