Comparison

Fastcase vs Law Dictionary & U.S Code

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

Head to head
About

Fastcase

Access a comprehensive, free mobile law library containing cases and statutes from all 50 states and the federal government. Search by citation, keyword, or browse statute collections with smart search technology for relevant results. Save favorites and research history for on-the-go legal research.

Highlights
  • Free searchable library of US cases and statutes
  • Keyword, natural language, and citation search
  • Browse or search statutes
  • Smart search technology for relevant results
  • Save favorite documents
  • Integrated research history
  • Updated daily
Features
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Fastcase for the iPhone/iPad is a free legal research application, putting the American law library in the palm of your hand. Fastcase contains cases and statutes from all 50 states and from the federal government. You can search by citation, keyword (in Boolean or natural language), or browse statute collections. FEATURES: - Free, searchable library of American cases and statutes - Keyword (Boolean), natural language, and citation search - Browse or search statutes - Most relevant results first - Customizable, sortable search results - Search results automatically display number of citing cases - Jump right to most relevant paragraph of any case or statute - Integrated research history - Save favorite documents for use later - Updated daily Fastcase for the iPhone has won the prestigious American Association of Law Libraries New Product of the Year Award, and the iPad app includes great new features that take advantage of the larger screen area. Now you can view search results in a side panel while reading a document, enjoy portrait or landscape views, and see multiple levels of statute outline views. Fastcase for the iPhone/iPad also uses smart search technology from Fastcase’s fully-featured Web-based legal research application, which allows you to sort the most relevant results to the top of the list, customize and re-sort search results, and integrate citation analysis tools right into the results list. This application is free, but you’ll need to register an account so that you can save favorites and your own customized search history. There are tons of customizable features, so the more you use the Fastcase app, the better it fits you! Fastcase’s desktop application (www.fastcase.com) is widely considered the smartest alternative for legal research – allowing visual mapping of search results, dual-column printing, and more complete citation analysis and sorting tools. Fastcase was founded in 1999 and has hundreds of thousands of subscribers from around the world. Fastcase for the iPhone/iPad is the world’s largest free mobile law library. Happy searching! WHAT CRITICS ARE SAYING: "The short version of my review is this: I was impressed. The app is easy to use and produces lightning-fast results. . . . For legal research on the go, at any time, and for zero cost, this is a must-have for any lawyer with an iPhone." - Bob Ambrogi, Law.com "The Fastcase iPhone app is an extremely solid app which probably won't be dethroned as the king of mobile legal research anytime soon." - Joshua Auriemma, LegalGeekery.com "The largest free law library available on the iPhone. . . . This is a surprisingly robust legal research tool that will allow its users to find cases and statutes wherever they are, whenever they want, all for free." - Bob Ambrogi "Will it be long before students are required to purchase iPhones for law school in addition to, or instead of, laptops?" - James B. Levy, Legal Writing Professor Blog "The Legal Universe At Your Fingertips, For Free!" - Brad Bogan, Fifth Circuit Blog 2010 Winner, New Product of the Year Award, American Association of Law Libraries

About

Law Dictionary & U.S Code

Access a comprehensive legal dictionary, the full U.S. Code and Constitution, landmark cases, and the latest legal news. Stay informed on court rulings and legislative changes with an intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Comprehensive law dictionary
  • Full U.S. Code and Constitution
  • Landmark legal cases
  • Latest legal news and blogs
  • User-friendly interface
  • Searchable legal content
Features
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Law Dictionary & U.S. Codes: Your Ultimate Legal Reference Stay informed with comprehensive legal knowledge and the latest law news in one powerful app! Law Dictionary & U.S. Codes is your go-to source for real-time legal updates, a comprehensive legal dictionary, significant U.S. legal cases, and easy access to the complete U.S. Code and Constitution. Key Features: Latest Legal News: Get up-to-date law blogs and news from top legal sources like Jurist and Reuters. Stay current with court rulings, legislative changes, and major legal events, all tailored to your interests. Comprehensive Law Dictionary: Access clear definitions from Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition, the most authoritative legal dictionary in the U.S. Quickly understand complex legal terms, whether you're a law student or a professional. Landmark Legal Cases: Explore key U.S. cases that shaped the legal system. Learn about the facts, arguments, and historical impact of these significant rulings. U.S. Code & Constitution: Access the full text of the U.S. Code and the U.S. Constitution. Easily search and reference specific laws, amendments, and sections for research or study. User-Friendly Design: Navigate effortlessly through a sleek, intuitive interface. Whether you're a legal professional or just interested in the law, the app is designed to give you fast, easy access to essential information. Why Choose Law Dictionary & U.S. Codes? Trusted legal information from Black's Law Dictionary (2nd ed.), now in the public domain. An invaluable tool for legal professionals, students, and anyone interested in U.S. law. Free to download and use! Disclaimer: This app is for informational purposes only and does not provide legal advice. For legal counsel, please consult a qualified attorney. Icons by Nikita Golubev, Smashicons, and Freepik. Legal case details are sourced from Wikipedia. Have suggestions or need help? Contact us at myappsdailyinfo@gmail.com.

Screenshots

Fastcase4 screens
Law Dictionary & U.S Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Law Dictionary & U.S Code at 3.0 against Fastcase's 2.4. Law Dictionary & U.S Code also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 38%). Fastcase's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (72 vs 4). On price, update cadence, 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Law Dictionary & U.S Code holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fastcase has 72 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of Fastcase's written reviews are positive against 50% of Law Dictionary & U.S Code's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fastcase ships an update every 4 months, Law Dictionary & U.S Code every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Fastcase versus Law Dictionary & U.S Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFastcaseLaw Dictionary & U.S Code
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (72 ratings)3.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews37.5% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings72 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.1 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB28 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperFastcaseShahzad Ahsan

Customer experience

Fastcase

All ratings72 ratings
Positive26.4%
Neutral6.9%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews64 reviews
Positive37.5%
Neutral3.1%
Negative59.4%

Law Dictionary & U.S Code

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Fastcase

Reported bugs

19 issues
  • App crashes without warning
  • App won't load search results (pinwheel)
  • XML parsing errors
  • App crashes randomly after a few minutes
  • Frequent logouts requiring re-login
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  • App hasn't been updated in years
  • Search functionality is broken
  • Inability to save preferences
  • Random crashes leading to lost work
  • Certificate errors preventing login
  • App freezes at login screen
  • Incompatibility with older iOS versions
  • App crashes immediately after login on older iPads
  • App freezes unexpectedly during research
  • App hangs indefinitely on iOS 8
  • App shuts down completely on login
  • Login issues: "GO" key workaround needed
  • Password recovery not available
  • App crashes after 30 seconds of being open

Requested features

15 requests
  • Fix the app to stop crashing
  • Update the app regularly
  • Fix XML parsing errors
  • Improve user-friendliness
  • Allow saving preferences
Show 10 more
  • Fix login issues
  • Add a Shepardize feature
  • Update outdated statutes and case law
  • Fix search functionality
  • Improve mobile website experience
  • Add password recovery option
  • Fix certificate errors
  • Allow saving search files
  • Add voice input options
  • Add a dark mode option

Law Dictionary & U.S Code

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Fastcase

No in-app purchases

None

Law Dictionary & U.S Code

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fastcase free?
Fastcase is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Law Dictionary & U.S Code free?
Law Dictionary & U.S Code is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Fastcase or Law Dictionary & U.S Code?
Law Dictionary & U.S Code is rated higher. Fastcase averages 2.4 out of 5 from 72 ratings, while Law Dictionary & U.S Code averages 3.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Fastcase or Law Dictionary & U.S Code have ads?
Law Dictionary & U.S Code shows ads; Fastcase does not.
Which is updated more often, Fastcase or Law Dictionary & U.S Code?
Fastcase ships an update every 4 months, and Law Dictionary & U.S Code every 3 months. Most recently, Fastcase was updated on October 8, 2026 and Law Dictionary & U.S Code on September 21, 2026.

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