Comparison

SymbolSupport Lite vs Practice German Speaking

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

Head to head
About

SymbolSupport Lite

This app allows users to read, listen to, and print documents created with a companion app. It automatically adds symbols to text as it's typed or pasted, aiding comprehension. Users can customize symbols and share documents in various formats.

Highlights
  • Read and print symbolized documents
  • Automatic symbol addition to text
  • Text-to-speech with word highlighting
  • Symbol customization and image import
  • Document sharing via AirDrop, email, cloud
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Note: SymbolSupport Lite is a free app. It can receive, read aloud, and print documents that have been created with the SymbolSupport app. SymbolSupport Lite cannot create or edit documents. It can be upgraded to the full version through the in-app Store. SymbolSupport is an iPad utility app that effortlessly adds symbols to text. As textis typed, symbols are automatically added above it. Text can also be copied from pre-existing written materials and pasted into SymbolSupport where symbols are instantly added. Documents are read with a high-quality text-to-speech voice and include word-by-word highlighting. This support helps students better understand class assignments.Symbols from Slater Literacy Support Pictures™ and Attainment’s Image Library are included. Plus, there is easy access to your camera roll and a built-in internet image search.Easy-to-use editing tools include changing auto-assigned symbols to other symbols or imported images and removing symbols from text to reduce the number of symbols on a page. SymbolSupport is designed to create symbolized text quickly and easily. Sharing these documents is equally important. Share documents via AirDrop, email, or send to any cloud storage setup on the iPad. Documents can be sent as a PDF for studentportfolios or shared with parents. Documents can also be sent as a SymbolSupport file which can be opened by SymbolSupport or SymbolSupport Lite apps.

About

Practice German Speaking

Enhance your German conversational abilities with daily dialogues. Read and listen to authentic conversations to grasp language flow, rhythm, and common expressions. This app aims to build confidence and fluency for learners of all levels.

Highlights
  • Daily German conversation dialogues
  • Read and listen simultaneously
  • Improve conversational fluency
  • User-friendly interface
  • Variety of conversation scenarios
Features
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Practice German Conversations, is a mobile app designed for people who are learning German. The app helps users to practice their conversational skills by providing them with a variety of daily conversations in German that they can read and listen to at the same time. which allows users to better understand the flow and rhythm of the language. Additionally, reading and listening at the same time helps people pick up on common phrases and expressions that may be difficult to understand through listening or reading alone. One of the most effective ways to learn a new language is through reading and listening to it, and this app makes it easy to do both. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced learner, Practice German Conversations has something for everyone. With its convenient and user-friendly interface, you can easily access a variety of engaging conversations that will help you improve your German language skills. This app is more than just an ordinary language learning app. It is a tool that will help you to become more confident and fluent in your German conversation skills. With its wide range of conversation scenarios, you can learn how to hold a conversation in a variety of settings, including social gatherings, business meetings, and everyday interactions. Cancellation of Subscription: To manage your subscription, follow the instructions at: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 Privacy Policy: Your privacy is of utmost importance to us. Read our policy at: https://www.webronsoftware.co.uk/mobile-apps/english-reading-and-listening/privacy-policy Terms of Use: For the terms governing the use of our app, please visit: https://www.webronsoftware.co.uk/mobile-apps/english-reading-and-listening/terms-of-service For any inquiries, kindly reach out to us at info@webronsoftware.co.uk. We are here to assist you!

Screenshots

SymbolSupport Lite3 screens
Practice German Speaking4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Practice German Speaking at 100% against SymbolSupport Lite's 50%. Practice German Speaking also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (44 vs 4). SymbolSupport Lite's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. SymbolSupport Lite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Practice German Speaking sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Practice German Speaking holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Practice German Speaking has 44 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of SymbolSupport Lite's written reviews are positive against 100% of Practice German Speaking's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SymbolSupport Lite ships an update every 6 weeks, Practice German Speaking monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 8, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SymbolSupport Lite versus Practice German Speaking: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSymbolSupport LitePractice German Speaking
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (4 ratings)4.7 (44 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings444 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size304 MB157 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAttainment Company, Inc.Webron Software LTD

Customer experience

SymbolSupport Lite

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

Practice German Speaking

All ratings44 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral6.8%
Negative2.3%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SymbolSupport Lite

One-time1
  • Upgrade to Full Version$59.99
4 purchases

Practice German Speaking

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium Subsription$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Premium Annual Subscription$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Ads Free Usage$29.99

Questions

Is SymbolSupport Lite free?
SymbolSupport Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Practice German Speaking free?
Practice German Speaking is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SymbolSupport Lite or Practice German Speaking?
Practice German Speaking is rated higher. SymbolSupport Lite averages 3.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Practice German Speaking averages 4.7 from 44 ratings.
Do SymbolSupport Lite or Practice German Speaking have ads?
Practice German Speaking shows ads; SymbolSupport Lite does not.
Which is updated more often, SymbolSupport Lite or Practice German Speaking?
SymbolSupport Lite ships an update every 6 weeks, and Practice German Speaking monthly. Most recently, SymbolSupport Lite was updated on June 8, 2026 and Practice German Speaking on September 17, 2026.

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