# Shakespeare vs Shakespeare

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Shakespeare | Shakespeare |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakespeare-macbeth/id335573114/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakespeare-complete-works/id6449892170/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Qualex Consulting Services, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/323694416) | [Mysthetic Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1679661112) |

## What reviewers say

### Shakespeare

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakespeare-macbeth/id335573114)

Experience Shakespeare's classic tragedy with adjustable auto-scrolling speeds for a comfortable reading experience. Explore themes of ambition, fate, deception, and treachery.

**Highlights:** Auto-scrolling reader, Adjustable scroll speeds, Classic Shakespearean tragedy, Themes of ambition and fate, Tragedy-themed play

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


### Shakespeare

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakespeare-complete-works/id6449892170)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Venus and Adonis | $0.99 | one-time |
| The Rape of Lucrece | $0.99 | one-time |
| The Phoenix and the Turtle | $0.99 | one-time |
| A Lovers Complaint | $0.99 | one-time |
| The Passionate Pilgrim | $0.99 | one-time |
| The Twelfth Night | $0.99 | one-time |
| Romeo and Juliet | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hamlet | $0.99 | one-time |
| Macbeth | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cymbeline | $0.99 | one-time |
| King John | $0.99 | one-time |
| Henry IV Part II | $0.99 | one-time |
| Troilus and Cressida | $0.99 | one-time |
| Henry VI Part II | $0.99 | one-time |
| Henry VI Part III | $0.99 | one-time |
| Henry VIII | $0.99 | one-time |
| Richard III | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pericles, Prince of Tyre | $0.99 | one-time |
| Richard II | $0.99 | one-time |
| Complete Collection - 37 Plays | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shakespeare free?

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

### Is Shakespeare free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Shakespeare or Shakespeare?

Shakespeare is rated higher. Shakespeare averages 4.5 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Shakespeare averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Shakespeare or Shakespeare have ads?

Shakespeare shows ads; Shakespeare does not.

### Which is updated more often, Shakespeare or Shakespeare?

Shakespeare ships an update every 6 weeks, and Shakespeare fortnightly. Most recently, Shakespeare was updated on October 10, 2026 and Shakespeare on October 11, 2026.

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