Comparison

Dictionary. vs Word Checker for Scrabble®

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

Head to head
About

Dictionary.

Access a comprehensive dictionary, thesaurus, and translation tool with millions of definitions and synonyms. Explore specialty dictionaries, learn new words daily, and play word games. This app offers offline access and integrates seamlessly with other applications.

Highlights
  • Offline dictionary and thesaurus
  • Millions of definitions and synonyms
  • Word of the Day and Idiom of the Day
  • Specialty dictionaries (medical, legal, etc.)
  • Translations into 40+ languages
  • Word games (Spelling Bee, Hangman)
  • In-app word lookup via sharing
Features
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The only Dictionary and Thesaurus with every word you search for. Plus Word of the Day, free offline dictionary access, and millions of definitions and synonyms from top sources, including: Webster's Dictionary Roget's Thesaurus The American Heritage Dictionary Plus FREE access to: English Offline Dictionary English Offline Thesaurus with synonyms and more Medical Dictionary English Idioms and Slang Dictionary Translations of English into 40+ languages Dozens of other translation options + Much more! The Free Dictionary is like getting 100+ apps in one easy-to-use interface. Rated #1 app in the App Store in the free reference category in 114 countries 2011–2019. (Source: https://www.appannie.com/apps/ios/app/379450383/app-ranking/#device=ipad&type=best-ranks) Here's what you can do with The Free Dictionary app: * Find every word you search for. Clear, accurate definitions from top dictionaries—online and offline. * Find synonyms fast. Free Thesaurus with simple interface makes it easy to find the perfect word. Browse synonyms, antonyms, and related words. * Learn something new every day. Word of the Day Idiom of the Day + Other daily content * Build your vocabulary. Don't just look up words—learn how to use them! Featuring: Audio pronunciations Example sentences Etymologies + More! The perfect dictionary app for word lovers and learners of all levels. * Explore topics in-depth. Multiple specialty dictionaries and encyclopedias: Medical dictionary Legal dictionary Science dictionary Financial dictionary Idioms and Slang dictionary Acronyms and Abbreviations + More! * Play word games. Spelling Bee, Hangman, and more. * See idioms in action. Watch idioms videos inside the app! Featuring animations of words and phrases from the idioms and slang dictionary. * Access dictionaries in 13 other languages. Spanish dictionary and thesaurus French dictionary and thesaurus German dictionary and thesaurus + Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, and more! * Translate English into Spanish, French, and 40+ languages. Or translate other languages into English. Access dozens of other translation options. * Access dictionaries and encyclopedias from these top publishers with just one search: McGraw-Hill Houghton Mifflin HarperCollins Random House Cambridge University Press + More! Here's why The Free Dictionary is the most user-friendly dictionary app: * Instantly look up words in apps or webpages! Just highlight the word you want to look up, tap "Share," then tap "More" in the bottom menu and turn on the "Define" option. You will then see a "Define" icon in the menu. Tap it to see the definition of the highlighted word! * Voice search. Look up a word just by saying it. * Advanced Search options. * Look up the definition of any word on the page. Just highlight and tap "Definition." * Save bookmarks with one tap and sync them to all your devices. * Customize your homepage: Move, add, or remove articles, games, even local weather. * Jump to Definition, Thesaurus, or Translations with one button. * Navigate the app in more than a dozen languages with the multilingual interface. * Adjust font size. * Share your favorite words via social networks, email, or text. EXCLUSIVE * Earn meals for hungry children through The Free Dictionary's partnership with the World Food Program—just by using the app! This is not a trial version—you get everything free and forever. Additional offline dictionaries in other languages are available in the Pro version. Seem too good to be true? The Free Dictionary app has been downloaded tens of millions times across multiple platforms, with top ratings after hundreds of thousands of reviews. Read reviews from real users to see why they say The Free Dictionary is the best dictionary app they've ever used. * For app developers: The Free Dictionary app can be accessed by other apps with API calls (Contact Farlex for instructions).

About

Word Checker for Scrabble®

This app provides an official dictionary for word games, including all authorized words with their definitions. It works offline and offers fast word checking for up to 15-letter words. Features include multiple official word lists and a timer.

Highlights
  • Official Scrabble word lists (NWL & Collins)
  • Comprehensive word definitions
  • Offline functionality
  • Fast word checking
  • Timer included
  • Supports 15-letter words
Features
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For amateurs and professionals, this application includes the complete list of words authorized by the official game of Scrabble®. The dictionary lists all the accepted words (feminine, plural, orthographic variants and all conjugated forms) Easy to use, the app provide also the full definition of words and it works offline. Features: - Very Fast word checking - Easy to use - Official SCRABBLE® word lists: • NASPA Word List dictionnary (NWL) USA, Canada and Thailand (with 2023 update) • Collins Word List - U.K. and International (with 2024 update) - Timer - Word length up to 15 letters - No internet require (use local dictionary files) - Comprehensive definitions provided by The American Heritage Dictionary, Wiktionary, Century Dictionary, Collins Dictionary and more. "Word Checker" is not affiliate with the registered brand Scrabble® If you like the app, please rate it and leave comment on the App Store. Terms of Use: https://word.si/terms-of-use.html Privacy Policy : https://word.si/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

Dictionary.4 screens
Word Checker for Scrabble®4 screens

Verdict

The call

Dictionary. and Word Checker for Scrabble® both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 91% of Dictionary.'s written reviews are positive against 81% of Word Checker for Scrabble®'s. Dictionary. also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Dictionary. sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Word Checker for Scrabble® sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Dictionary. against 4.8 for Word Checker for Scrabble®. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15K and 9.7K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of Dictionary.'s written reviews are positive against 81% of Word Checker for Scrabble®'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Dictionary. versus Word Checker for Scrabble®: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDictionary.Word Checker for Scrabble®
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (15K ratings)4.8 (9.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews90.6% of reviews — better80.9% of reviews
Number of ratings15K — better9.7K
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFarlex, Inc.Fabien Maurice

Customer experience

Dictionary.

All ratings14,555 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral2.2%
Negative2.7%
Written reviews2,171 reviews
Positive90.6%
Neutral2.7%
Negative6.7%

Word Checker for Scrabble®

All ratings9,517 ratings
Positive95.5%
Neutral2.2%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews204 reviews
Positive80.9%
Neutral4.4%
Negative14.7%

User reviews

Dictionary.

From 15K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Comprehensive and detailed definitions
  • 👍 Helpful thesaurus and translation features
  • 🎮 Fun word games and activities
  • 📚 Vast amount of information beyond just definitions
  • 🔍 Easy to use and navigate

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Cluttered interface with too many ads
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific settings or features
  • 🔋 Drains battery life quickly

Word Checker for Scrabble®

From 9.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and easy to use
  • 👍 Helpful for Scrabble games
  • 💡 Provides word definitions
  • 🚀 Quick word lookup
  • 👍 Settles disputes in Scrabble

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Some words not recognized
  • 🔍 Doesn't match official Scrabble dictionaries
  • 💸 Too many ads
  • 🔊 Loud audio with no volume control

Bugs and requests

Dictionary.

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent login issues and lost user data
  • Inconsistent performance across devices
  • Incorrect or missing definitions for some words

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to create and organize custom word lists
  • More advanced vocabulary-building tools
  • Improved audio pronunciation quality
  • Offline access to full dictionary content

Word Checker for Scrabble®

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes after iOS 15 update
  • Inconsistent word acceptance between app and opponents

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more up-to-date word lists
  • Integrate with online Scrabble games
  • Provide score calculation and tracking
  • Add customization options like background images

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Dictionary.

One-time1
  • Ad-free upgrade$5.99
1 purchases

Word Checker for Scrabble®

Subscriptions1
  • Remove Ads$3.991 Year

Questions

Is Dictionary. free?
Dictionary. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Word Checker for Scrabble® free?
Word Checker for Scrabble® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Dictionary. or Word Checker for Scrabble®?
Word Checker for Scrabble® is rated higher. Dictionary. averages 4.8 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Word Checker for Scrabble® averages 4.8 from 9.7K ratings.
Do Dictionary. or Word Checker for Scrabble® have ads?
Both Dictionary. and Word Checker for Scrabble® show ads.
Which is updated more often, Dictionary. or Word Checker for Scrabble®?
Dictionary. ships an update every 3 months, and Word Checker for Scrabble® every 3 months. Most recently, Dictionary. was updated on November 7, 2026 and Word Checker for Scrabble® on November 7, 2026.

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