Comparison

Verbal Me vs Writearoo

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Verbal Me

This AAC and choice board app assists nonverbal children in classroom participation. Users tap buttons to hear spoken words or phrases, with customizable pages and pre-built options for various learning needs. It supports Bluetooth switch access for users with dexterity challenges.

Highlights
  • Tap-to-speak buttons
  • Customizable pages with editable text and pictures
  • Pre-built learning pages
  • Spanish language option
  • Bluetooth switch compatibility
  • Page navigation options
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This easy-to-use AAC and choice board app was suggested and edited by special needs teachers and therapists to help nonverbal kids participate in class. Users tap a button and the iPad or iPhone speaks the button text aloud in either a boy's or girl's voice. Page choices include yes/no, alphabet, numbers, interactive speaking clock, skip counting, opposites, colors, world map, US coins, bullying, getting dressed, using the bathroom, seasons, emotions, BINGO, body parts, life cycle of a butterfly, custom pages with editable text and pictures. Educators and parents can switch pages by sliding one finger from the upper right to the lower left of the iPad screen. Alternatively, turn on the settings and arrow buttons to let kids switch pages. Choose from over 100 prebuilt pages with colorful buttons and create up to 100 additional pages with custom buttons you can edit. A Spanish-language version is also available. SWITCH USERS: Students with dexterity challenges can use a Bluetooth switch with Verbal Me. First, open your iPad or iPhone Settings app. In the Bluetooth section, turn on Bluetooth and connect to the switch device. Then in Verbal Me, button 1 could be assigned to advance to next button and button 2 to press the button. Or on 1-button switches, turn on auto scanning in the Verbal Me settings (gear icon), and press your switch button when the desired button is selected.

About

Writearoo

Features
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Writearoo is for kids to learn ABC tracing, handwriting, and early word building through interactive play. This fun and educational app is designed by experts in early childhood education and speech therapy to support toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners in their handwriting journey. From tracing ABCs to writing full words, each level helps children master writing step by step, letter by letter. Designed for kids aged 3–7 Great for home learning, classroom use, or therapy support Why kids and parents love Writearoo: Your child will learn to: • Trace and write all uppercase and lowercase letters • Write letters for kids in a fun and stress-free way • Build 2-letter, 3-letter, and 5-letter words • Explore early syllabification and sound blending • Strengthen pre-writing strokes with mini games • Improve fine motor skills and pencil control • Develop early literacy skills and phonics awareness • Enjoy abc games and alphabet practice through fun activities • Gain writing confidence with every tap and trace Why parents and therapists trust Writearoo: • Designed for toddler writing, preschool alphabet learning, and early writing skills • Created with input from certified speech-language pathologists and educators • Perfect for kids with speech delays, autism, or neurodivergent learning profiles • Supports phonics-based writing and letter sound matching • Joyful learning experience with engaging animations after each word • Structured like a handwriting curriculum that grows with your child • Excellent tool for occupational therapy and special education classrooms • Helps toddlers and preschoolers transition from tracing letters to writing words and short sentences Whether you’re looking for ABC tracing apps, educational apps for toddlers, or handwriting games that support early writing milestones — Writearoo is your go-to kids learning app. It’s more than a game — it’s a joyful writing adventure that makes learning to write easy, fun, and effective. Have questions? Reach out to us: contact@littlelearninglab.in WhatsApp: 9840442235

Screenshots

Verbal Me4 screens
Writearoo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Writearoo at $4.99 against Verbal Me's $8.99. On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Verbal Me costs $8.99 and Writearoo $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Verbal Me versus Writearoo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVerbal MeWritearoo
Price$8.99$4.99 — better
Rating4.1 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB350 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerfishdog.netLittle Learning Lab LLP

In-app purchases

None

Verbal Me

No in-app purchases

None

Writearoo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Verbal Me free?
Verbal Me costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Writearoo free?
Writearoo costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Verbal Me or Writearoo have ads?
Neither Verbal Me nor Writearoo shows ads.

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