Comparison

WordReference Dictionary vs LookUpList

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

Head to head
About

WordReference Dictionary

Access a comprehensive suite of dictionaries and translation tools for multiple languages. Explore conjugations, synonyms, and a vast forum with millions of answered questions. This app provides quick access to extensive language resources.

Highlights
  • Extensive multilingual dictionaries
  • Verb conjugators
  • Synonym finder
  • Language forums
  • English definitions
  • Spanish definitions
Features
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The app of the world's most popular and powerful dictionary translation website. It grants you quick access to our extensive dictionaries and forum discussions. WordReference.com's dictionaries: English to Spanish English to French English to Italian English to German English to Portuguese English to Polish English to Romanian English to Czech English to Greek English to Turkish English to Japanese English to Chinese English to Korean English to Arabic English to Swedish English to Dutch Spanish to French Spanish to Portuguese English definitions Spanish definitions Italian definitions Catalan definitions Conjugators: Spanish conjugator French conjugator Italian conjugator Synonyms: English and Spanish Forums contain over 3 million questions and answers about English and translation. Your questions have already been answered. NOTE: Requires internet access. WordReference is often misspelled as "Word Reference" in searches.

About

LookUpList

Build your personalized dictionary and word lists by searching across your favorite websites. Save words instantly and look them up from any app. Supports custom websites and iOS built-in dictionaries.

Highlights
  • Cross-site word searching
  • Save words to custom lists
  • Look up words from other apps
  • Add any searchable website
  • Create multiple word lists
  • Import/export word lists (CSV)
Features
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LookUpList is an app that lets you build your own dictionary and word lists. Just enter a word or phrase and tap the “Search” button — it instantly looks it up across your favorite websites. The app performs a cross-site search using all the websites you’ve added to the tab bar, so you can easily compare results side by side. You can also save looked-up words to your word lists with a single tap. It’s perfect for language learners! Even better, you can look up words from within other apps — no need to switch back and forth. This is especially useful when reading articles in news or ebook apps. You’re not limited to online dictionaries — any website with a search function can be added. Create a custom dictionary that fits your needs! "Look Up" - Look up words and phrases instantly by tapping the “Search” button. - Cross-search all added websites to easily compare their results. - Switch between websites by swiping — one-handed use is easy. - Add any website with search capability. - Save words and phrases to your word lists with just one tap. - Look up words from other apps using the Share Extension — no app switching needed. - Supports iOS built-in dictionaries as well. - Add custom website tabs using URLs with query strings (for advanced users). "Word List" - Each word includes a checkmark, favorite button, and note field. - One-tap web search from your word list. - Sort words alphabetically or by creation date. - Create multiple word lists. - Easily import and export your word lists in CSV format. Please leave a review on the App Store. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at: sup.lookuplist@gmail.com Thanks for your support!

Screenshots

WordReference Dictionary4 screens
LookUpList4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: LookUpList at 4.7 against WordReference Dictionary's 3.8. LookUpList also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (83% vs 60%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LookUpList holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 27 and 26 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of WordReference Dictionary's written reviews are positive against 83% of LookUpList's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WordReference Dictionary ships an update every 6 weeks, LookUpList every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and August 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
WordReference Dictionary versus LookUpList: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWordReference DictionaryLookUpList
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (27 ratings)4.7 (26 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.2% of reviews82.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings27 — better26
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB14 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperWordReference.com, LLCYohei Noguchi

Customer experience

WordReference Dictionary

All ratings27 ratings
Positive70.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative29.6%
Written reviews379 reviews
Positive60.2%
Neutral11.1%
Negative28.8%

LookUpList

All ratings26 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews29 reviews
Positive82.8%
Neutral10.3%
Negative6.9%

Bugs and requests

WordReference Dictionary

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes and freezes on various devices
  • Inconsistent performance on cellular vs. Wi-Fi connections
  • Search functionality not working as expected
  • Inability to delete or manage favorite dictionaries

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for more languages (e.g. Hebrew, Persian, Latin)
  • Implement offline dictionary functionality
  • Improve search and navigation, including ability to search for phrases
  • Add user account and sync features to save favorites and history
  • Enhance verb conjugation and grammar tools

LookUpList

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

WordReference Dictionary

No in-app purchases

None

LookUpList

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WordReference Dictionary free?
WordReference Dictionary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LookUpList free?
LookUpList is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, WordReference Dictionary or LookUpList?
LookUpList is rated higher. WordReference Dictionary averages 3.8 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while LookUpList averages 4.7 from 26 ratings.
Do WordReference Dictionary or LookUpList have ads?
WordReference Dictionary shows ads; LookUpList does not.
Which is updated more often, WordReference Dictionary or LookUpList?
WordReference Dictionary ships an update every 6 weeks, and LookUpList every 2 months. Most recently, WordReference Dictionary was updated on September 28, 2026 and LookUpList on August 29, 2026.

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