Comparison

SLSL Dictionary vs Lexicon

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

Head to head
About

SLSL Dictionary

Learn sign language with definitions and videos for each sign. Save custom word lists and use flashcards with spaced repetition for effective revision. Supports English, Sinhala, and Tamil.

Highlights
  • Video demonstrations for signs
  • Custom word list saving
  • Flashcard revision feature
  • Spaced repetition learning
  • Support for English, Sinhala, and Tamil
Features
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Enter a search term, select a word, and the app will show you a definition and a video of someone performing the sign. In addition to this basic functionality, the app features support for saving custom lists of words for quick access as well as a flashcard based revision feature with random and spaced repetition learning strategies. The app has support for learning in English, Sinhala, and Tamil.

About

Lexicon

This app helps you build and visualize your vocabulary. It creates beautiful cards for each word, including definitions, origins, pronunciation, memory aids, and relevant photographs. Discover words in real-world contexts and organize your learning.

Highlights
  • Visual word cards
  • Etymology and pronunciation
  • Memory hooks
  • Real-world word sightings
  • Customizable collections
  • Daily Word of the Day
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Lexicon is a personal vocabulary gallery for the curious mind. Every word you collect becomes a beautifully crafted card — complete with its definition, etymology, pronunciation, a memory hook to help it stick, and a striking photograph to bring it to life. HOW IT WORKS Search for any word and add it to your collection. Lexicon instantly curates a rich card with everything you need to truly absorb it: where the word came from, how to use it, a mnemonic to remember it by, and a cultural reference that gives it context. Each card is paired with a carefully selected photograph, turning your vocabulary into something worth browsing. SIGHTINGS — YOUR WORDS IN THE WILD Lexicon scans articles, essays, poetry, and quotes across the web to find real appearances of the words you've collected. It's the thrill of recognition — seeing a word you just learned show up in The Guardian, a poem, or a famous quote. A daily Word of the Day, chosen to reflect the cultural moment, keeps your collection growing. ORGANIZE YOUR WAY Create custom collections to group words by theme, project, or mood. Browse your library alphabetically, by domain (Art, Logic, Nature, Society), or by collection. Switch between a visual gallery and a clean index view. BUILT TO REMEMBER Every card includes a mnemonic device — a short, catchy phrase designed to make the word unforgettable. Combined with etymology, example sentences, and pop culture references, Lexicon gives you multiple pathways to retention. DESIGNED WITH CARE Lexicon is built for people who believe words matter. The interface is minimal, typographic, and intentional — inspired by editorial design and the quiet pleasure of a well-curated library. Your words sync across devices with Sign in with Apple. Your collection is yours, wherever you go.

Screenshots

SLSL Dictionary4 screens
Lexicon4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SLSL Dictionary at 16.0 against Lexicon's 18.6. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for SLSL Dictionary against 5.0 for Lexicon. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SLSL Dictionary ships an update every 2 weeks, Lexicon every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
SLSL Dictionary versus Lexicon: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSLSL DictionaryLexicon
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniel PorteousNg Zhong Wei

Customer experience

SLSL Dictionary

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Lexicon

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

SLSL Dictionary

No in-app purchases

None

Lexicon

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SLSL Dictionary free?
SLSL Dictionary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lexicon free?
Lexicon is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SLSL Dictionary or Lexicon?
SLSL Dictionary and Lexicon are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do SLSL Dictionary or Lexicon have ads?
Neither SLSL Dictionary nor Lexicon shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SLSL Dictionary or Lexicon?
SLSL Dictionary ships an update every 2 weeks, and Lexicon every 10 days. Most recently, SLSL Dictionary was updated on October 15, 2026 and Lexicon on October 12, 2026.

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