Comparison

AOD (InApp) vs English Dictionary

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

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About

AOD (InApp)

This comprehensive dictionary app provides the full content of the Australian Oxford Dictionary, 2nd Edition, with sound pronunciations. It features extensive headwords, etymologies, and detailed entries on Australian culture and history, offering offline access and advanced search capabilities.

Highlights
  • 170,000+ headwords and phrases
  • 35,000+ word origins
  • 53,000+ sound files
  • Detailed Australian culture entries
  • Offline access
  • Progressive look-up
  • AI Teacher for ESL students
Features
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The complete contents of the 1800 page Australian Oxford Dictionary, 2nd Edition — the ultimate guide to contemporary Australian English -with sound. This flagship dictionary draws on the databases of Australian English at the Australian National Dictionary Centre – including its fast-growing national corpus and its research into Australian English, as well as the resources of the incomparable Oxford English Dictionary This book retails for A$115 (that's without sound)  *** App proudly made by Australians *** ▸ 170,000+ headwords, phrases, and derivative forms ▸ Over 200,000 indexed entries ▸ 35,000 detailed word origins or etymologies ▸ More than 12,500 encyclopedic entries ▸ 64,000 IPA pronunciation entries ▸ Plus over 53,000 authentic Oxford sound files ▸ The encyclopedic entries are more detailed than in any comparable Australian dictionary – for example, the place-name entries not only geographically locate the place in question, but also provide information about the character of the place and its historical, economic, or political importance. ▸ Special attention is given to Australian culture and history, including Aboriginal history. ▸ Detailed entries on many topics – political parties, religious organizations, historical events, mythological, fictional characters, and more ▸ Special appendices include grammar, punctuation, Australian leaders, and collective nouns This iOS version also includes: • progressive look-up for quick searching • unique three-way cross-referencing index • search string normalization • wildcard pattern searches -using * ? • spelling checking and suggestions -with Australian words • hyperlinks on words in definitions • fallback online search for esoteric or archaic words and international slang • support for external thesauri and alternate dictionaries • round-trip lookup from third-party apps • automatic search history function • an "AI Teacher" for deeper explanations or help for ESL students in 98 languages • an AI boosted anagram generator • bookmark with folders and notes facility • iCloud bookmark syncing between devices • "Word-a-day" feature with TOEIC® & TOEFL® lists • "Share" extension​ to search inside other apps -with "store for later" • support for an external thesaurus and alternate dictionaries (if installed) • enhancements for dyslexic and visually impaired users • "Retina Display" support • "Fast App-Switching" (Multitasking) • launch via Siri setting • iPad Pro multi-screen and Drag & Drop • DarkMode support • iPhone 16 and iOS18 support • iPhone, iPod, iPad and macOS support • no internet connection is required   (sound files can be downloaded and installed locally) The Australian Oxford Dictionary is edited by Australia's most influential lexicographer, Dr. Bruce Moore. As in all his Oxford dictionaries, Dr. Moore is attuned to new currents in Australian language and usage. He includes a full range of neologisms, especially the protean language of younger Australians and of computing and electronic communication. This is not just a dictionary for scholars and pedants. It reveals our changing language in up-to-date and entertaining ways, and it will be an essential reference for the new millennium. ___________________ This application is distributed with the written permission of Oxford University Press. ___________________ The Australian Oxford Dictionary is much more than some collection of antipodean colloquialisms but is a learned study of the wider sphere of the English language. Australian Oxford Dictionary (AOD) © Oxford University Press 2004 ___________________ Powered by -"UniDict Engine "

About

English Dictionary

Enhance your English vocabulary with a comprehensive offline dictionary and thesaurus. Access over 500,000 words, their meanings, synonyms, antonyms, and pronunciations. Perfect for students and professionals to improve language skills anytime, anywhere.

Highlights
  • Offline word search
  • Synonyms and antonyms
  • Word definitions
  • Pronunciation guide
  • Word of the Day
  • Spelling assistance
Features
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Improve your vocabulary and search for new word meanings with Thesaurus: Dictionary Offline! Thesaurus: Dictionary Offline contains over 500,000 words with their meanings, spellings, synonyms & pronunciation. It is a valuable tool for anyone who speaks, reads, or writes in English. Thesaurus: Dictionary Offline includes synonyms, antonyms, word references, word of the day, and definitions, making it easier for you to understand the context in which words are used. It is an essential app for anyone who wants to improve their English language skills whether you're a student or professional. With offline access, our dictionary is available anytime, anywhere, even without an internet connection. Perfect for travel or areas with limited connectivity. One of the key advantages of the app is portability. Accessible on smartphones, tablets, and laptops, our app makes it convenient to check word meanings or spellings anytime, anywhere. It will save you the hassle of carrying around a bulky physical dictionary, and you can easily search for a word or phrase with just a few taps or clicks. Features: - Search for word meanings and save them. - Listen to correct pronunciation. - Word of the Day! - Synonyms and Antonyms. - Check spelling - Correct spelling assistance. - Offline mode. - Word Definition - Find out everything you need to know about any formal or urban word. Thesaurus: Dictionary Offline is an essential word reference tool for anyone who wants to improve their language skills and communicate more effectively in English for FREE! It makes learning English easier, faster, and more enjoyable. If you are looking for a simple and quick way to search for English words while offline we have you covered. Learn word definition, master pronunciation, and expand your vocabulary! Download Thesaurus: Dictionary Offline today! 1-month subscription: $4.99 1-year subscription: $24.99 Privacy policy: https://inventoone.com/info/f/privacy-policy-english-dictionary-app Terms of services: https://inventoone.com/info/f/terms-of-services---english-dictionary-app

Screenshots

AOD (InApp)4 screens
English Dictionary4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: English Dictionary at 75% against AOD (InApp)'s 23%. English Dictionary also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 2). AOD (InApp)'s advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, ads 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. AOD (InApp) sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month and English Dictionary sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

English Dictionary holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: English Dictionary has 1.2K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of AOD (InApp)'s written reviews are positive against 75% of English Dictionary's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AOD (InApp) ships an update every 6 weeks, English Dictionary every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
AOD (InApp) versus English Dictionary: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAOD (InApp)English Dictionary
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.6 (1.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews22.7% of reviews75.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings21.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size371 MB139 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperEnglish Channel, Inc.INVENTO ONE PRIVATE LIMITED

Customer experience

AOD (InApp)

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive22.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative77.3%

English Dictionary

All ratings1,178 ratings
Positive90.2%
Neutral3.3%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews155 reviews
Positive75.5%
Neutral6.5%
Negative18.1%

Bugs and requests

AOD (InApp)

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

English Dictionary

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Limits on number of word searches before prompting subscription
  • Missing definitions for some common words

Requested features

3 requests
  • Rhyming dictionary feature
  • More user-friendly thesaurus
  • Offline mode without subscription

In-app purchases

4 purchases

AOD (InApp)

Subscriptions1
  • AOD Dictionary access$0.491 Month
One-time3
  • Thesaurus$1.99
  • Oxford Thesaurus$9.99
  • AOD activation$12.99
9 purchases

English Dictionary

Subscriptions9
  • Dictionary Premium$2.997 Days
  • Dictionary Premium3 Days trial2 variants$4.991 Month
  • Dictionary Premium2 variants$4.997 Days
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  • Dictionary Premium3 Days trial2 variants$9.997 Days
  • App bundle3 Days trial2 variants$9.991 Month
  • Dictionary Premium3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Dictionary Premium3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Dictionary Premium$19.991 Year
  • Dictionary Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is AOD (InApp) free?
AOD (InApp) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is English Dictionary free?
English Dictionary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AOD (InApp) or English Dictionary?
English Dictionary is rated higher. AOD (InApp) averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while English Dictionary averages 4.6 from 1.2K ratings.
Do AOD (InApp) or English Dictionary have ads?
Neither AOD (InApp) nor English Dictionary shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AOD (InApp) or English Dictionary?
AOD (InApp) ships an update every 6 weeks, and English Dictionary every 10 days. Most recently, AOD (InApp) was updated on October 8, 2026 and English Dictionary on October 25, 2026.

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