Shakespeare vs Shakespeare
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Shakespeare
Experience Shakespeare's classic tragedy with adjustable auto-scrolling speeds for a comfortable reading experience. Explore themes of ambition, fate, deception, and treachery.
- Auto-scrolling reader
- Adjustable scroll speeds
- Classic Shakespearean tragedy
- Themes of ambition and fate
- Tragedy-themed play
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Drama by William Shakespeare: This reader is equipped with various auto scroller speeds to make a more pleasurable reading experience. This drama is one of the great tragedy themed plays by William Shakespeare. The themes illustrated in the play include ambition, fate, deception and treachery. Three witches decide to confront the great Scottish general Macbeth on his victorious return from a war between Scotland and Norway. The Scottish king, Duncan, decides that he will confer the title of the traitorous Cawdor on the heroic Macbeth. Macbeth, and another General called Banquo, happen upon the three witches. The witches predict that he will one day become king. He decides that he will murder Duncan. Macbeth's wife agrees to his plan. He then murders Duncan assisted by his wife who smears the blood of Duncan on the daggers of the sleeping guards. A nobleman called Macduff discovers the body. Macbeth kills the guards insisting that their daggers smeared with Duncan's blood are proof that they committed the murder. The crown passes to Macbeth. More murders ensue and the bloodied ghost of Banquo appears to Macbeth. Lady Macbeth's conscience now begins to torture her and she imagines that she can see her hands covered with blood. She commits suicide. Macduff kills Macbeth and becomes king.
Shakespeare
Access all of Shakespeare's plays translated into simple, modern English. This app offers a user-friendly interface, offline reading, and customizable themes to make the Bard's works accessible and enjoyable for students, educators, and enthusiasts.
- Complete collection of Shakespeare's plays
- Simple English translations
- Offline reading capability
- Customizable themes and reading settings
- Educational tool for students and teachers
- Improved vocabulary and understanding
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Unlock the timeless magic of William Shakespeare—made simple, accessible, and fun! Welcome to Fluid Shakespeare, your ultimate companion to the Bard's complete works. Whether you are a student prepping for literature exams, a teacher looking for engaging classroom tools, or a classic literature enthusiast, this app bridges the gap between Elizabethan English and modern readers. Experience all of Shakespeare’s plays and poems with line-by-line modern translations, read-along audio, and in-depth study guides! KEY FEATURES: The Complete Works Access every single play and poem written by William Shakespeare. From legendary tragedies to beloved comedies and historical epics, it's all here in one app. Side-by-Side Modern Translation Say goodbye to confusing old English! Read the original text side-by-side with a clear, simple modern English translation. Go line-by-line to truly understand the beauty of Shakespeare’s storytelling. Read-Along Audio Immerse yourself in the drama! Listen to high-quality, read-along audio for all content. Perfect for auditory learners, commuters, and those wanting to hear the rhythm of the Bard’s words. Comprehensive Study Guides (Exam Prep) Ace your literature classes! Our built-in study materials include detailed scene summaries, deep-dive character sketches, and thematic breakdowns to help students master their exams. In-Built Glossary & Dictionary Stuck on a word? Tap to instantly look up archaic words and phrases with our built-in Shakespearean dictionary. Expand your vocabulary as you read. Custom Themes & Dark Mode Personalize your reading experience. Adjust font sizes and styles, and switch to Dark Mode for comfortable, eye-friendly nighttime reading. Read Offline Download your favorite plays, poems, and audio tracks to read and listen anywhere, anytime—no internet connection required! WHAT YOU'LL FIND INSIDE: Popular Tragedies: Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, Macbeth, Othello, King Lear, Julius Caesar. Beloved Comedies: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Much Ado About Nothing, The Merchant of Venice, Twelfth Night, As You Like It. Historical Epics: Henry V, Richard III, King John. Classic Romances: The Tempest, The Winter’s Tale. Complete Poetry: All 154 Sonnets and narrative poems. WHO IS THIS APP FOR? Students: Simplify your homework, understand complex plots, and prepare for exams with confidence. Teachers: Enhance your curriculum and engage your students with side-by-side translations and audio. Enthusiasts & Beginners: Break down the language barrier and discover (or rediscover) the greatest stories ever told. Language Learners: Improve your English vocabulary by comparing classic texts with modern equivalents. Embrace the brilliance of Shakespeare without the language barrier. Download Fluid Shakespeare today and start your journey into the world of the Bard! Support & Feedback: We love hearing from our community of readers! For any feedback, feature requests, or suggestions, please write to us at support@knovella.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Shakespeare at 5.0 against Shakespeare's 4.5. Shakespeare also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 33%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). Shakespeare's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price and in-app purchases 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. Shakespeare sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Shakespeare sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Shakespeare holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shakespeare has 13 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Shakespeare's written reviews are positive against 67% of Shakespeare's.
Shakespeare ships an update every 6 weeks, Shakespeare fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Shakespeare | Shakespeare |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (13 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | 66.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 13 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Qualex Consulting Services, Inc | Mysthetic Inc |
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Shakespeare
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In-app purchases
Shakespeare
- Remove Ads$0.99
Shakespeare
- Venus and Adonis$0.99
- The Rape of Lucrece$0.99
- The Phoenix and the Turtle$0.99
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- A Lovers Complaint$0.99
- The Passionate Pilgrim$0.99
- The Twelfth Night$0.99
- Romeo and Juliet$0.99
- Hamlet$0.99
- Macbeth$0.99
- Cymbeline$0.99
- King John$0.99
- Henry IV Part II$0.99
- Troilus and Cressida$0.99
- Henry VI Part II$0.99
- Henry VI Part III$0.99
- Henry VIII$0.99
- Richard III$0.99
- Pericles, Prince of Tyre$0.99
- Richard II$0.99
- Complete Collection - 37 Plays$19.99
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