Comparison

SymbolSupport Lite vs Widgit Go

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

Widgit Go

This app supports communication and language development for non-verbal individuals or those with learning difficulties. It allows users to create personalized symbol-based communication grids and develop language skills through interactive activities.

Highlights
  • Symbol-based AAC communication
  • Create personalized communication grids
  • Over 14,000 Widgit Symbols
  • Add custom pictures
  • Text-to-speech output
  • Develop learning and language skills
  • Export grids as PDFs
Features
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Support communication and language development with Widgit Go which can be used as a simple symbol-based AAC communicator or as a tool to develop learning and language skills. GIVING USERS A VOICE WITH SYMBOL-BASED AAC For users who are non-verbal or reluctant communicators symbol-based AAC (Augmentative and alternative communication) offers a way for them to express themselves and communicate their needs and wants. Create personalised communication grids in minutes with easy to use tools, over 14,000 Widgit Symbols and the ability to add your own pictures. Users can hear their sentences spoken aloud using the pre-installed iOS text-to-speech voices or add high-quality adult and child voices from the app store. Widgit Go's user-friendly interface makes it ideal for users of all ages with autism and/or learning difficulties. DEVELOP LEARNING AND LANGUAGE SKILLS Widgit Go's interactive grids can be used to develop users learning and language skills both at home and in the classroom. The output of these grids can be exported as PDF files, saved to the device or shared via email or messenger. FEATURES - Create and edit grids using over 14,000 Widgit Symbols - Print grids to make flashcards. - Use as a voice output device. - Back up or share your Widgit Go grids and activities using Dropbox, Microsoft OneDrive, Google Drive or your Widgit Online account. - Write simple documents with symbols and text from Grids. - No Internet connection is required for creating or using activities. - 17 example activities are included. More activities and voices are available in-app.

Screenshots

SymbolSupport Lite3 screens
Widgit Go4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SymbolSupport Lite at 50% against Widgit Go's 0%. SymbolSupport Lite also leads on price (Free vs $59.99) and rating (3.3 vs 3.0). On ads, in-app purchases 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

SymbolSupport Lite is free to download; Widgit Go costs $59.99 up front. SymbolSupport Lite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Widgit Go sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SymbolSupport Lite holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of SymbolSupport Lite's written reviews are positive against 0% of Widgit Go's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SymbolSupport Lite ships an update every 6 weeks, Widgit Go every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
SymbolSupport Lite versus Widgit Go: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSymbolSupport LiteWidgit Go
PriceFree — better$59.99
Rating3.3 (4 ratings) — better3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size304 MB266 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAttainment CompanyWidgit Software Ltd

Customer experience

SymbolSupport Lite

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

Widgit Go

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SymbolSupport Lite

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

Widgit Go

One-time10
  • Getting Up SequenceFree
  • Widgit Restricted symbolsFree
  • StuartFree
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  • HeatherFree
  • Making Sentences 1$1.99
  • Ryan (US)$7.99
  • Heather (US)$7.99
  • Kenny (US child)$14.99
  • Widgit Symbols in French$23.99
  • Widgit Symbols in Spanish$23.99

Questions

Is SymbolSupport Lite free?
SymbolSupport Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Widgit Go free?
Widgit Go costs $59.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SymbolSupport Lite or Widgit Go?
SymbolSupport Lite is rated higher. SymbolSupport Lite averages 3.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Widgit Go averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do SymbolSupport Lite or Widgit Go have ads?
Neither SymbolSupport Lite nor Widgit Go shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SymbolSupport Lite or Widgit Go?
SymbolSupport Lite ships an update every 6 weeks, and Widgit Go every 3 months. Most recently, SymbolSupport Lite was updated on October 1, 2026 and Widgit Go on October 7, 2026.

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