Spelling Test vs Ace A
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Spelling Test
This app transforms spelling practice into a fun, interactive experience for children. It features a friendly robot guide, multiple learning modes, and customizable word lists to build vocabulary and reinforce schoolwork. Designed to encourage independent learning without assistance.
- Robot-guided learning
- No autocomplete or autocorrect
- Pre-made and custom word lists
- Flash cards
- Spelling tests
- Word search
- Hangman game
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Meet your child's new favourite study buddy - a friendly robot who makes learning spellings genuinely fun! Spelling Test speaks each word aloud and challenges your child to type it correctly, with no autocomplete cheating. Whether you're working through school homework or building vocabulary, it's the perfect pocket tutor for ages 5 and up. Ready-made word lists for every grade - Six built-in lists take children from simple three-letter words all the way through to advanced vocabulary, or create your own custom lists tailored to this week's homework. Four ways to learn: * Flash Cards - Browse each word at your own pace, with the robot reading it aloud on demand * Spelling Test - The robot calls out each word; type it in and get an instant score * Word Search - Find all the words hidden in a letter grid * Hangman - Guess the mystery word one letter at a time Designed for real learning. The test keyboard has no autocorrect or autocomplete - your child must rely on their own memory, just like a real classroom spelling test. Works for all ages Perfect for primary school children practicing their weekly spellings, older students building vocabulary, or anyone who simply wants to become a better speller.
Ace A
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Ace A-Level helps students revise A-Level Maths and Biology with focused practice, exam-style questions and clear explanations. Use it for quick daily revision, topic-by-topic learning and building confidence before assessments. Track progress as you practise and unlock the subjects you need. Launch subjects: A-Level Maths A-Level Biology Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://acegcse.co.uk/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Ace A at every 2 months against Spelling Test's every 4 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Spelling Test sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Ace A sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Spelling Test ships an update every 4 months, Ace A every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Spelling Test | Ace A |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 125 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | John Kennedy | Aerion Design Labs Ltd. |
In-app purchases
Spelling Test
- 15 Lists & Word Search$0.99
Ace A
- A-Level Maths Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- A-Level Biology Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- A-Level Maths 6-Month7 Days trial$19.996 Months
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- A-Level Biology 6-Month7 Days trial$19.996 Months
- A-Level Maths Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- A-Level Biology Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- A-Level Maths Lifetime$39.99
- A-Level Biology Lifetime$39.99








