Comparison

Jawoyn vs First Nations Languages

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

First Nations Languages

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At Burraga, we believe that learning languages can connect, empower, and revitalise culture. In partnership with local communities, we bring the rich tapestry of First Nations languages to the forefront of learning through comprehensive, engaging, and culturally respectful online learning experiences. Access interactive language learning games and authentic cultural learning materials, contributed and managed by local First Nations communities from across Australia. Learning experiences are developed in collaboration with First Nations communities, ensuring that every word and phrase is authentic and respectfully presented.

Screenshots

Jawoyn4 screens
First Nations Languages4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: First Nations Languages at monthly against Jawoyn's every 2 months. First Nations Languages also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Jawoyn ships an update every 2 months, First Nations Languages monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Jawoyn versus First Nations Languages: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJawoynFirst Nations Languages
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWiradjuri Condobolin Corporation LimitedBurraga Foundation

In-app purchases

None

Jawoyn

No in-app purchases

None

First Nations Languages

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Jawoyn free?
Jawoyn is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is First Nations Languages free?
First Nations Languages is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Jawoyn or First Nations Languages have ads?
Neither Jawoyn nor First Nations Languages shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Jawoyn or First Nations Languages?
Jawoyn ships an update every 2 months, and First Nations Languages monthly. Most recently, Jawoyn was updated on October 27, 2026 and First Nations Languages on October 30, 2026.

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