# Grid Player vs Language Therapy for Kids

The clearest difference is rating: Language Therapy for Kids at 4.3 against Grid Player's 3.7. Language Therapy for Kids also leads on ratings volume (2.1K vs 26) and review sentiment (78% vs 63%). Grid Player's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 12.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Language Therapy for Kids sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $69.99 per year. Grid Player asks for nothing beyond the download.

Language Therapy for Kids holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Language Therapy for Kids has 2.1K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Grid Player's written reviews are positive against 78% of Language Therapy for Kids's.

Grid Player ships an update every 3 months, Language Therapy for Kids every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Grid Player | Language Therapy for Kids |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-player/id456278671/reviews) | **[4.3 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/language-therapy-for-kidsmita/id1020290425/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 26 | **2.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 63.2% of reviews | **78.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 518 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sensory Software International](https://appshunter.io/developer/456278742) | [ImagiRation LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/921324034) |

## What reviewers say

### Grid Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-player/id456278671)

This app enables individuals with speech impairments to communicate by speaking out created sentences. It offers extensive symbol libraries and pre-made grid sets for various needs, including those with disabilities or learning difficulties.

**Highlights:** Over 12,000 Widgit Symbols, Over 12,000 SymbolStix Symbols, High-quality male and female voices, TouchType word prediction, Prediction suggestions with symbols, Copy sentences for social media

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Free and accessible
- 💡 Life-changing for communication
- ✨ Useful for non-verbal individuals
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🗣️ Good voice quality

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Language issues
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🚫 Doesn't work on newer iOS
- ⚠️ Requires Wi-Fi
- 🔇 No sound issues

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't work on iOS 26
- Bug voix superposées (overlapping voices)
- Black blue screen on startup
- No grid appears
- Cannot select voices

**Requested features**

- Add a keyboard for typing
- Update app for newer devices/iOS
- Allow Wi-Fi override
- Add more language options for free
- Add text-to-talk functionality


### Language Therapy for Kids

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/language-therapy-for-kidsmita/id1020290425)

This app provides language and cognitive exercises for children with language delay and autism. It uses adaptive activities based on clinical data and ABA techniques to improve vocabulary, syntax, and reasoning skills. The app is designed to be engaging and can be used offline.

**Highlights:** Clinical data-backed language therapy, Adaptive exercises for all levels, Focus on vocabulary, syntax, and reasoning, Visual and verbal learning activities, Playtime rewards for engagement, Offline functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MITA Premium | $69.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Subscription | $199.00 | one-time |
| MITA for Therapists | $200.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helps children with speech and language development
- 🚀 Engaging and fun for kids
- 📈 Tracks progress and improvements
- 🎨 Visually appealing with great graphics
- 🧠 Effective for children with autism and speech delays

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sound issues and crashes reported
- 🕰️ Slow loading times between levels
- 📊 Mandatory evaluation survey can be frustrating

**Reported bugs**

- Sound not working on some devices
- App crashing or freezing frequently

**Requested features**

- Option to print progress reports
- Improvements to the coloring pages
- More customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Grid Player free?

Grid Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Language Therapy for Kids free?

Language Therapy for Kids is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Grid Player or Language Therapy for Kids?

Language Therapy for Kids is rated higher. Grid Player averages 3.7 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Language Therapy for Kids averages 4.3 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do Grid Player or Language Therapy for Kids have ads?

Neither Grid Player nor Language Therapy for Kids shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Grid Player or Language Therapy for Kids?

Grid Player ships an update every 3 months, and Language Therapy for Kids every 2 months. Most recently, Grid Player was updated on November 1, 2026 and Language Therapy for Kids on November 1, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*