Comparison

Dictionary. vs English Dictionary

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

English Dictionary

Master English vocabulary with this offline dictionary and smart learning tool. It offers over 820,000 definitions, idioms, and phrases, with audio pronunciations and an intelligent flashcard system for efficient learning. Access all features without an internet connection.

Highlights
  • Offline English-English dictionary
  • Over 200,000 idioms and phrases
  • Audio pronunciations
  • Intelligent flashcard system
  • Example sentences
  • Smart spelling correction
Features
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Learn English Vocabulary Faster with Vocapture – Your Offline Dictionary and Smart Learning Tool Vocapture is the ultimate English dictionary and vocabulary builder for iPhone, designed to help you master the English language quickly and effectively. With over 820,000 definitions from English Wiktionary and full offline functionality, you can look up words anytime, anywhere – no additional downloads required. Vocapture is more than just a dictionary. It’s also a powerful learning companion, featuring an intelligent flashcard system based on the Leitner method to help you practice and remember vocabulary more efficiently. Instead of just bookmarking words, Vocapture helps you retain them. Main features: • Fast and comprehensive English-English dictionary • Over 200,000 idioms and phrases included • Audio pronunciations (human voice and offline-ready computer voice) • Smart spelling correction for mistyped words • Example sentences to see words used in real context • Full offline access – no internet required • Clear, accurate definitions • Customizable font size, font family, pronunciation speed, and accent • Tap any word to jump to its definition • Search history to revisit frequently looked-up words Download Vocapture today and make vocabulary learning faster, easier, and completely offline.

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Dictionary.4 screens
English Dictionary4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Dictionary. at 15K against English Dictionary's 110. Dictionary. also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment 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 English Dictionary sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 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 4.7 for English Dictionary. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dictionary. has 15K ratings behind it against 110, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of Dictionary.'s written reviews are positive against 97% of English Dictionary's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dictionary. ships an update every 3 months, English Dictionary every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Dictionary. versus English Dictionary: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDictionary.English Dictionary
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (15K ratings) — better4.7 (110 ratings)
Positive reviews90.6% of reviews96.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings15K — better110
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
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 MB171 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFarlex, Inc.Ali Zargar Shabestari

Customer experience

Dictionary.

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

English Dictionary

All ratings103 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral6.8%
Negative1.9%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive96.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.2%

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

English Dictionary

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Dictionary.

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

English Dictionary

One-time1
  • One-Time Ad Removal$9.99

Questions

Is Dictionary. free?
Dictionary. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is English Dictionary free?
English Dictionary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Dictionary. or English Dictionary?
Dictionary. is rated higher. Dictionary. averages 4.8 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while English Dictionary averages 4.7 from 110 ratings.
Do Dictionary. or English Dictionary have ads?
Both Dictionary. and English Dictionary show ads.
Which is updated more often, Dictionary. or English Dictionary?
Dictionary. ships an update every 3 months, and English Dictionary every 2 months. Most recently, Dictionary. was updated on October 31, 2026 and English Dictionary on October 29, 2026.

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