Comparison

Dictionary. vs Word Checker

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

This app helps Scrabble players validate words and check their eligibility for gameplay. It uses a large dictionary to confirm legitimate words and provides definitions and point scores, enhancing accuracy and confidence for all skill levels.

Highlights
  • Word validation for Scrabble
  • Comprehensive dictionary (100,000+ words)
  • Word definitions
  • Part of speech information
  • Scrabble point scoring
  • Intuitive interface
Features
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Introducing Word Checker, the app that takes the guesswork out of Scrabble® gameplay! This app is designed to help Scrabble® players validate words and determine their eligibility for use in a game. With Word Checker, you can simply enter any word, and the app will quickly verify if it's a valid Scrabble® word. The app uses a comprehensive dictionary that includes over 100,000 words to ensure that only legitimate words are accepted. Additionally, Word Checker provides detailed information on the word, including its definition, part of speech, and word score based on the Scrabble point system. This makes it easy for players to make informed decisions about which words to play for maximum points. The app's intuitive interface and quick response time make it an essential tool for Scrabble® enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, Word Checker will give you the confidence to play with accuracy and skill. Download Word Checker today and take your Scrabble® game to the next level!

Screenshots

Dictionary.4 screens
Word Checker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Word Checker at none against Dictionary.'s shown. Word Checker also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 months) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Dictionary.'s advantage is ratings volume (15K vs 33). On price, rating, review sentiment 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Dictionary. sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Word Checker 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 Word Checker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dictionary. has 15K ratings behind it against 33, 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 83% of Word Checker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dictionary. ships an update every 3 months, Word Checker every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Dictionary. versus Word Checker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDictionary.Word Checker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (15K ratings) — better4.7 (33 ratings)
Positive reviews90.7% of reviews — better83.3% of reviews
Number of ratings15K — better33
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better13.2
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB139 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFarlex, Inc.A Reed

Customer experience

Dictionary.

All ratings14,555 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral2.2%
Negative2.7%
Written reviews2,164 reviews
Positive90.7%
Neutral2.7%
Negative6.6%

Word Checker

All ratings33 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral9.1%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

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

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Dictionary.

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

Word Checker

One-time1
  • A coffee for the developer$0.99

Questions

Is Dictionary. free?
Dictionary. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Word Checker free?
Word Checker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Dictionary. or Word Checker?
Dictionary. is rated higher. Dictionary. averages 4.8 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Word Checker averages 4.7 from 33 ratings.
Do Dictionary. or Word Checker have ads?
Dictionary. shows ads; Word Checker does not.
Which is updated more often, Dictionary. or Word Checker?
Dictionary. ships an update every 3 months, and Word Checker every 2 days. Most recently, Dictionary. was updated on October 1, 2026 and Word Checker on September 22, 2026.

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