Comparison

Ancient Greek Reference vs Ekho

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

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About

Ancient Greek Reference

This app provides a comprehensive resource for learning Ancient Greek. It features over 100 grammar topics, step-by-step lessons, and an anthology of classic Greek texts with parallel translations. Ideal for students and enthusiasts seeking to deepen their understanding of the language and culture.

Highlights
  • 100+ grammar and syntax topics
  • Step-by-step learning lessons
  • Anthology with original texts and translations
  • Verb inflections and phonetics glossary
  • Search engine for grammar topics
  • Dynamic wallpapers
Features
Currently charting
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Are you an Ancient Greek student or enthusiast? Then this app is made for you. With Ancient Greek Reference YOU CAN: - Keep always at your fingertips a complete compendium featuring over 100 topics - Learn grammar with a program based on step by step lessons - Refine and improve your knowledge thanks to an anthology of the best Greek authors (with original texts and parallel translations)   ======================================= >> MAIN FEATURES & BENEFITS ***GRAMMAR COMPENDIUM EASY TO CONSULT*** > Over 100 grammar and syntax topics > Study Dashboard for each topic, featuring difficulty level and reading time (study and review) > Dozens of synoptic tables, clear examples and valuable insights > Two tables about inflections featuring over 380 Greek verbs > Phonetics glossary > Recaps about prepositions, αν and ως particles, Greek metric, and much more > Includes a dedicated search engine ***PLANNED LESSONS FOR AGILE LEARNING*** > A series of 10 lessons divided into 3 learning levels: beginner, intermediate and advanced > Learn Ancient Greek grammar from the basics or resume from your own knowledge > Featuring a bonus lesson with a proven method to successfully traslate from Ancient Greek > Take advantage of a practical learning plan offered at an excellent quality-price ratio ***ANTHOLOGY WITH ENGLISH TRANSLATIONS*** > A selection of passages by Greek authors, including original Ancient Greek text and parallel English version. > Get some relevant examples for a proper translation > Enjoy an overview of Ancient Greece’s cultural and philosophical heritage > As proof of their importance, these texts have been selected by the Italian Ministry of Public Education on the occasion of final exams of the Liceo Classico ***OTHER FEATURES*** > Online link to Greek Word Study Tool (by Perseus) > Exclusive dynamic wallpapers with high resolution pictures: Ancient Greek world is pure astonishment > An universal app for all your devices ================================= Behind the scenes facts about this app: i) Specifically designed for Ancient Greek studies: Ancient Greek Reference has been originally designed for students attending Italian Liceo Classico, which is the leading secondary school where the study of Ancient Greek is compulsory. About 280.000 Italian students attend Liceo Classico every year. ii) Exclusive contents: all the contents of this app are original and developed specifically for this app. They are copyright pending and you won’t find them anywhere else on the internet nor in libraries. That’s the only way to obtain a high quality tool optimized for your needs. iii) #1 in Italy among students attending Liceo Classico and universities: this app became - and still is - the main reference tool for Ancient Greek studies in Italy (where it is named “Greco Antico App”). It has now been rearranged with a new layout and an English translation so that students worldwide are able to enjoy its functionalities. ================================== So, all you have to do now is to download and enjoy your new powerful Ancient Greek learning assistant.

About

Ekho

This app offers high-quality audio recordings of ancient Greek and Old English texts read with historically accurate reconstructed pronunciations. It provides a distraction-free listening experience to aid in language learning and appreciation of classical literature.

Highlights
  • Historically accurate pronunciations
  • High-quality audio recordings
  • Ancient Greek and Old English texts
  • Distraction-free interface
  • Personalized library
  • Cross-device syncing
Features
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Where do you go if you want to hear what Plato sounded like? Or if you want to listen to a Beowulf recitation like you're a thane in a mead-hall? Ekho is the ancient language streaming app. Subscribe in-app to access high-quality audio recordings of Ancient Greek and Old English texts read in historically accurate reconstructed pronunciations. We can't revivify the corpse of Plato or of an Anglo-Saxon scop. But we can bring you the best voice performances of Ancient Greek and Old English literature anywhere on the internet. Subscribe in-app to access the talents of Colin Gorrie, Luke Ranieri, and others from the Ancient Language Institute, Ekho specializes in creating audiobooks of the great texts of the ancient world that are recorded using carefully reconstructed historical pronunciations. The Ekho app uses a simple and beautiful interface to make your experience listening to our audiobooks as pleasant and distraction-free as possible. Subscribe, crack open a copy of your favorite Ancient Greek or Old English text, turn on the audio, and read along. The Ancient Language Institute exists to aid students in their path to proficiency in ancient languages, to improve the way ancient languages are taught, and to foster a rebirth of the humanistic tradition. We do all of this because, like Cicero, we believe that the ancient authors have left us "images of the bravest of men—not merely for contemplation, but also for imitation." Reading and listening to the ancient authors in their own words is the best way to gaze upon these images. This is the essence of the humanistic tradition. We invite you to come join us. Visit us at ancientlanguage.com. Your subscription gives you access to account-based features and premium content including: - A personalized library - Cross-device syncing of progress, notes, and highlights - Premium ancient language audiobooks and ebooks Terms of Service: https://app.ancientlanguage.com/legal/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://app.ancientlanguage.com/legal/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Ancient Greek Reference4 screens
Ekho2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Ancient Greek Reference at 75% against Ekho's 0%. Ancient Greek Reference also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and chart position (#154 vs unranked). Ekho's advantage is price (Free vs $7.99) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On 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

Ekho is free to download; Ancient Greek Reference costs $7.99 up front. Ekho sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Ancient Greek Reference asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ekho holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 28 and 9 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of Ancient Greek Reference's written reviews are positive against 0% of Ekho's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ancient Greek Reference ships an update every 4 months, Ekho every 8 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
Ancient Greek Reference versus Ekho: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAncient Greek ReferenceEkho
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (28 ratings)4.7 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.4% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings28 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid — betterSubscription
Best chart rank#154 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size218 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGiovanbattista PiaAncient Language Institute

Customer experience

Ancient Greek Reference

All ratings28 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral3.6%
Negative10.7%
Written reviews69 reviews
Positive75.4%
Neutral10.1%
Negative14.5%

Ekho

All ratings9 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Ancient Greek Reference

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Ekho

Subscriptions3
  • Ancient Greek$6.991 Month
  • Old English$6.991 Month
  • Ancient Greek and Old English$9.991 Month

Questions

Is Ancient Greek Reference free?
Ancient Greek Reference costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ekho free?
Ekho is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Ancient Greek Reference or Ekho?
Ekho is rated higher. Ancient Greek Reference averages 4.5 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Ekho averages 4.7 from 9 ratings.
Do Ancient Greek Reference or Ekho have ads?
Neither Ancient Greek Reference nor Ekho shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ancient Greek Reference or Ekho?
Ancient Greek Reference ships an update every 4 months, and Ekho every 8 months. Most recently, Ancient Greek Reference was updated on October 24, 2026 and Ekho on October 24, 2026.

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