# Dictionary & Translator vs arabdict Dictionary

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Dictionary & Translator at 13K against arabdict Dictionary's 268. Dictionary & Translator also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). arabdict Dictionary's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dictionary & Translator sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and arabdict Dictionary sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Dictionary & Translator against 4.7 for arabdict Dictionary. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dictionary & Translator has 13K ratings behind it against 268, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of Dictionary & Translator's written reviews are positive against 87% of arabdict Dictionary's.

Dictionary & Translator ships an update every 11 days, arabdict Dictionary every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dictionary & Translator | arabdict Dictionary |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dictionary-and-translator/id475211454/reviews) | [4.7 (268 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arabdict-dictionary/id715572933/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 268 |
| Positive reviews | 84.4% of reviews | **87.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 49 MB | 64 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bravolol Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/449112802) | [Youssef Fouad](https://appshunter.io/developer/715572936) |

## What reviewers say

### Dictionary & Translator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dictionary-and-translator/id475211454)

Access trusted definitions, thesaurus, and pronunciations for numerous languages. Translate text and images offline or online, and enhance your learning with vocabulary challenges and grammar checking.

**Highlights:** Offline dictionary and thesaurus, Cross-cultural text and image translation, Vocabulary challenges and grammar checking, Pronunciation guides (British & American English), Personalized notes and bookmark organization, Dark mode and customization options

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Premium | $1.99 | per month |
| Upgrade to Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Remove Ads | $5.99 | per year |
| Upgrade to Premium | $7.99 | per 6 months |
| Upgrade to Premium | $9.99 | per year |
| Unlock all Features | $9.99 | per year |
| Upgrade to Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Great app
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Helpful and useful
- 🎉 Awesome
- 💯 Excellent

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Limited word coverage
- 💸 Expensive subscription
- 📢 Too many ads
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔄 Frequent update prompts

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect translations for some words
- Pronunciation issues for certain languages
- Bookmark/history features not working properly

**Requested features**

- Add more example sentences
- Include gender/article information for words
- Improve offline functionality
- Add more specialized vocabulary
- Provide a clear history/bookmark management


### arabdict Dictionary

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arabdict-dictionary/id715572933)

This app offers quick and reliable translations for 18 languages with a smart search feature that provides suggestions. It includes pronunciation guides, a favorites list for offline access, and a search history. Translations can be easily copied and pasted into other applications.

**Highlights:** 18-language translation, Smart search with suggestions, Pronunciation guides, Favorites list for offline use, Search history, Copy and paste functionality

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| arabdict premium access | $0.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dictionary & Translator free?

Dictionary & Translator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is arabdict Dictionary free?

arabdict Dictionary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Dictionary & Translator or arabdict Dictionary?

Dictionary & Translator and arabdict Dictionary are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 13K and 268 ratings respectively.

### Do Dictionary & Translator or arabdict Dictionary have ads?

Both Dictionary & Translator and arabdict Dictionary show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dictionary & Translator or arabdict Dictionary?

Dictionary & Translator ships an update every 11 days, and arabdict Dictionary every 3 weeks. Most recently, Dictionary & Translator was updated on September 24, 2026 and arabdict Dictionary on September 10, 2026.

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