Comparison

WordReference Dictionary vs Reverso Context Translator

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

Reverso Context Translator

Translate and learn millions of words and expressions with context from real-life examples. This tool helps users master foreign languages by providing instant translations, pronunciation, and personalized vocabulary lists. It's designed for learners of all levels to improve reading, writing, and speaking skills.

Highlights
  • Instant text translation
  • Contextual examples from real texts
  • Flashcards and quizzes
  • Vocabulary lists
  • Pronunciation of example sentences
  • Conjugation assistance
  • Offline access to lists and history
Features
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Translate and learn millions of words and expressions and express yourself as if you were a native speaker. Reverso is the best tool for those who seek quality translation, looking to master a foreign language: reading, writing or speaking, and it's free. Students, teachers, business professionals or others, whether beginners or advanced, use Reverso to learn new words or expressions, and eliminate the risk of being mistaken. It provides you instant translations of the selected text when reading content on your browser, on Safari or any other app. Reverso Context is based on data gathered from millions of real-life texts (official documents, movie subtitles, product descriptions) in both languages. These texts are processed with powerful "big data" algorithms and machine learning to provide you the best results. What do we mean by context? The search results (translation) of a specific word or expression are weaved within real-life sentences, so you will be sure to understand and learn exactly how the word can be used, and make no embarrassing mistakes. Just type or say the word or expression you wish to translate and the results will appear instantly: relevant translations, presented with examples of how words are used in sentences. The app offers flashcards and quizzes based on your search history and favorites to help you memorize them and to improve your language skills. Unlike standard learning tools, it focuses on words and expressions that you really need and want to learn. The bits and bytes: * Instantly translate selected text when reading content on your browser, iBook or any other app, with no need to exit the app you are using. Click on the familiar "Share" option and select the Reverso option. * Translation in 17 languages: Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Polish, Dutch, Arabic, Russian, Romanian, Japanese, Turkish, Hebrew and Chinese, Korean, Swedish, Ukrainian and we are working on more. * Advanced features include pronunciation, history, phrasebook of your favorites and more. * Create vocabulary lists based on your personal selection of examples and translations. Lists remain available even when you’re offline. * Enjoy natural pronunciation of complete example sentences. * One click to get translations, frequency details, and conjugation when applicable. * Search history, also available offline. * Suggestions: words and expressions will be suggested to you as you type. * Share your findings via email or social media. Auto-renewable subscription terms: Choose a subscription that fits your needs: - Monthly subscription (with a 7-day free trial) for €4.99 EUR; - Annual subscription for €39.99 EUR; These prices corresponds to the same price tier that "Apple's App Store Matrix" determines in other currencies. Please note: -Your free trial subscription will automatically renew to a paid subscription unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the free trial period. -Any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when a premium subscription is purchased during the free trial period. The free trial or the subscription can be canceled anytime by turning off auto-renewal in the iTunes account settings. This must be done 24 hours before the end of a free trial or subscription period to avoid being charged. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period, and you will be downgraded to the free version. Privacy policy: http://www.reverso.net/privacy_app.aspx?lang=EN Terms of use: http://www.reverso.net/disclaimer.aspx?lang=EN * Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reverso.net and follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.reverso.net/ReversoEN to discover new content, languages and features.

Screenshots

WordReference Dictionary4 screens
Reverso Context Translator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Reverso Context Translator at 4.7 against WordReference Dictionary's 3.8. Reverso Context Translator also leads on ratings volume (3.6K vs 27) and review sentiment (77% vs 60%). WordReference Dictionary's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Reverso Context Translator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. WordReference Dictionary asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Reverso Context Translator holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Reverso Context Translator has 3.6K ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of WordReference Dictionary's written reviews are positive against 77% of Reverso Context Translator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WordReference Dictionary ships an update every 6 weeks, Reverso Context Translator every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 1, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
WordReference Dictionary versus Reverso Context Translator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWordReference DictionaryReverso Context Translator
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (27 ratings)4.7 (3.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews77.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings273.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#98 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB265 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperWordReference.com, LLCTheo Hoffenberg

Customer experience

WordReference Dictionary

All ratings27 ratings
Positive70.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative29.6%
Written reviews380 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral11.1%
Negative28.9%

Reverso Context Translator

All ratings3,604 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral3.1%
Negative5.2%
Written reviews1,347 reviews
Positive77.3%
Neutral8.1%
Negative14.6%

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

Reverso Context Translator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

WordReference Dictionary

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Reverso Context Translator

Subscriptions3
  • Premium version 1 month7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Premium Version$19.991 Year
  • Premium version7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is WordReference Dictionary free?
WordReference Dictionary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Reverso Context Translator free?
Reverso Context Translator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, WordReference Dictionary or Reverso Context Translator?
Reverso Context Translator is rated higher. WordReference Dictionary averages 3.8 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while Reverso Context Translator averages 4.7 from 3.6K ratings.
Do WordReference Dictionary or Reverso Context Translator have ads?
Both WordReference Dictionary and Reverso Context Translator show ads.
Which is updated more often, WordReference Dictionary or Reverso Context Translator?
WordReference Dictionary ships an update every 6 weeks, and Reverso Context Translator every 3 weeks. Most recently, WordReference Dictionary was updated on October 1, 2026 and Reverso Context Translator on October 1, 2026.

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