# ABC SPELLING MAGIC vs Bitsboard Flashcards & Games

The clearest difference is rating: Bitsboard Flashcards & Games at 4.4 against ABC SPELLING MAGIC's 3.8. Bitsboard Flashcards & Games also leads on ratings volume (1K vs 42). ABC SPELLING MAGIC's advantage is review sentiment (94% vs 81%) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 14.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ABC SPELLING MAGIC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Bitsboard Flashcards & Games sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bitsboard Flashcards & Games holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bitsboard Flashcards & Games has 1K ratings behind it against 42, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 94% of ABC SPELLING MAGIC's written reviews are positive against 81% of Bitsboard Flashcards & Games's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

ABC SPELLING MAGIC ships an update every 6 weeks, Bitsboard Flashcards & Games every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ABC SPELLING MAGIC | Bitsboard Flashcards & Games |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (42 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abc-spelling-magic/id429301553/reviews) | **[4.4 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bitsboard-flashcards-and-games/id516842210/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 42 | **1K** |
| Positive reviews | **94.2% of reviews** | 81.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 132 MB | 136 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.4** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PRESCHOOL UNIVERSITY](https://appshunter.io/developer/404048727) | [Happy Moose Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1356705255) |

## What reviewers say

### ABC SPELLING MAGIC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abc-spelling-magic/id429301553)

This educational app helps children learn to spell CVC words using the principles of the Science of Reading. It focuses on letter sounds and word construction with two levels of challenge, aiding early literacy development.

**Highlights:** Teaches letter sounds, Word construction with CVC words, Two levels of challenge, Incorporates Science of Reading principles, Montessori-inspired learning, Customizable voice and font options (DELUXE)

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Deluxe Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for learning basic CVC words
- 👍 Helps build and spell words
- 👍 Good introduction to phonics
- 👍 Focuses on spelling and building CVC words
- 👍 Teaches letter sounds effectively

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Letters won't move for spelling
- 🇺🇸 American accent only
- 🤔 Vowels in blue, consonants in red is confusing
- 🖼️ Pictures can be misleading
- 🎨 Interface could be more attractive

**Reported bugs**

- Letters will not move to be dragged into place
- Screen freezing

**Requested features**

- Ability to hear the full word, slowly articulated
- Option for English accent
- Vowels in red and consonants in blue
- More advanced content
- Animated graphics for interactivity


### Bitsboard Flashcards & Games

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bitsboard-flashcards-and-games/id516842210)

This app makes learning fun and effective with over 35 interactive educational games and activities. Create custom lessons, track progress, and sync content across devices. It's designed for students and educators to master subjects like languages, spelling, and reading through engaging gameplay.

**Highlights:** 35+ educational games and study modes, Create custom lessons with images and audio, Multiplayer and single-player mini-games, Progress tracking and detailed reports, Cross-device content syncing, Private classroom feature, Accessibility options including switch control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Siri integration, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock All Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Unlock All Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Image Search Upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |
| Add Unlimited Users | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Premium Classes | $14.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Features | $14.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Games | $19.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Everything | $24.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Everything | $47.99 | one-time |
| Bitsboard Superpowers License (Unlocks ALL premium features) | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Versatile and customizable
- 👍 Engaging and fun for kids
- 🎓 Excellent for speech therapy and language learning
- 💡 Ability to create personalized boards
- 🔍 Extensive library of shared boards

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🕰️ Slow and sluggish performance
- 🔒 Issues with accessing/managing subscriptions
- 💤 Boards and settings disappearing or reverting
- 🙅‍♀️ Poor customer support and communication

**Reported bugs**

- Tracing game not working properly
- Audio not playing correctly in some games
- Inconsistent login and access issues
- Boards and settings randomly disappearing

**Requested features**

- Ability to arrange games in a specific order
- Option to import audio files instead of recording
- Support for multiple fonts, including IPA
- Easier board editing and navigation
- Improved organization and folder support for boards


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ABC SPELLING MAGIC free?

ABC SPELLING MAGIC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bitsboard Flashcards & Games free?

Bitsboard Flashcards & Games is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ABC SPELLING MAGIC or Bitsboard Flashcards & Games?

Bitsboard Flashcards & Games is rated higher. ABC SPELLING MAGIC averages 3.8 out of 5 from 42 ratings, while Bitsboard Flashcards & Games averages 4.4 from 1K ratings.

### Do ABC SPELLING MAGIC or Bitsboard Flashcards & Games have ads?

Neither ABC SPELLING MAGIC nor Bitsboard Flashcards & Games shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ABC SPELLING MAGIC or Bitsboard Flashcards & Games?

ABC SPELLING MAGIC ships an update every 6 weeks, and Bitsboard Flashcards & Games every 3 weeks. Most recently, ABC SPELLING MAGIC was updated on October 23, 2026 and Bitsboard Flashcards & Games on November 1, 2026.

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