Comparison

Shakespeare vs Self Study CS

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

Head to head
About

Shakespeare

Access all of Shakespeare's plays translated into simple, modern English. This app offers a user-friendly interface, offline reading, and customizable themes to make the Bard's works accessible and enjoyable for students, educators, and enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Complete collection of Shakespeare's plays
  • Simple English translations
  • Offline reading capability
  • Customizable themes and reading settings
  • Educational tool for students and teachers
  • Improved vocabulary and understanding
Features
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Unlock the timeless magic of William Shakespeare—made simple, accessible, and fun! Welcome to Fluid Shakespeare, your ultimate companion to the Bard's complete works. Whether you are a student prepping for literature exams, a teacher looking for engaging classroom tools, or a classic literature enthusiast, this app bridges the gap between Elizabethan English and modern readers. Experience all of Shakespeare’s plays and poems with line-by-line modern translations, read-along audio, and in-depth study guides! KEY FEATURES: The Complete Works Access every single play and poem written by William Shakespeare. From legendary tragedies to beloved comedies and historical epics, it's all here in one app. Side-by-Side Modern Translation Say goodbye to confusing old English! Read the original text side-by-side with a clear, simple modern English translation. Go line-by-line to truly understand the beauty of Shakespeare’s storytelling. Read-Along Audio Immerse yourself in the drama! Listen to high-quality, read-along audio for all content. Perfect for auditory learners, commuters, and those wanting to hear the rhythm of the Bard’s words. Comprehensive Study Guides (Exam Prep) Ace your literature classes! Our built-in study materials include detailed scene summaries, deep-dive character sketches, and thematic breakdowns to help students master their exams. In-Built Glossary & Dictionary Stuck on a word? Tap to instantly look up archaic words and phrases with our built-in Shakespearean dictionary. Expand your vocabulary as you read. Custom Themes & Dark Mode Personalize your reading experience. Adjust font sizes and styles, and switch to Dark Mode for comfortable, eye-friendly nighttime reading. Read Offline Download your favorite plays, poems, and audio tracks to read and listen anywhere, anytime—no internet connection required! WHAT YOU'LL FIND INSIDE: Popular Tragedies: Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, Macbeth, Othello, King Lear, Julius Caesar. Beloved Comedies: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Much Ado About Nothing, The Merchant of Venice, Twelfth Night, As You Like It. Historical Epics: Henry V, Richard III, King John. Classic Romances: The Tempest, The Winter’s Tale. Complete Poetry: All 154 Sonnets and narrative poems. WHO IS THIS APP FOR? Students: Simplify your homework, understand complex plots, and prepare for exams with confidence. Teachers: Enhance your curriculum and engage your students with side-by-side translations and audio. Enthusiasts & Beginners: Break down the language barrier and discover (or rediscover) the greatest stories ever told. Language Learners: Improve your English vocabulary by comparing classic texts with modern equivalents. Embrace the brilliance of Shakespeare without the language barrier. Download Fluid Shakespeare today and start your journey into the world of the Bard! Support & Feedback: We love hearing from our community of readers! For any feedback, feature requests, or suggestions, please write to us at support@knovella.com

About

Self Study CS

Features
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The best way to self-learn Computer Science — hundreds of CS topics, offline, beautifully formatted for iPhone and iPad.Self-Study CS is a focused reader for the open CS Self-Learning guide: hundreds of computer-science topics in Markdown, optimized for long reading sessions on iPhone and iPad. WHAT YOU GET • Offline catalog — Explore bundled chapters by topic; switch between English (.en.md) and Chinese primary files when both exist. • Reader built for technical text — Comfortable light, dark, and sepia themes, adjustable text size and line spacing, and a table of contents for quick jumps. • Pick up where you left off — Continue reading and per-chapter scroll progress. • Bookmarks — Save chapters and open them from one place. MY GUIDES Create your own course-style notes with optional sections inspired by the bundled template. Content is stored locally on your device in a private database—not on our servers.

Screenshots

Shakespeare4 screens
Self Study CS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Self Study CS at none against Shakespeare's 20. Self Study CS also leads on update cadence (daily vs fortnightly). Shakespeare's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). On price and ads 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. Shakespeare sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Self Study CS asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shakespeare ships an update fortnightly, Self Study CS daily. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Shakespeare versus Self Study CS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShakespeareSelf Study CS
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyDaily — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB15 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMysthetic IncAPPS BAY LIMITED

In-app purchases

20 purchases

Shakespeare

One-time20
  • Venus and Adonis$0.99
  • The Rape of Lucrece$0.99
  • The Phoenix and the Turtle$0.99
Show 17 more
  • A Lovers Complaint$0.99
  • The Passionate Pilgrim$0.99
  • The Twelfth Night$0.99
  • Romeo and Juliet$0.99
  • Hamlet$0.99
  • Macbeth$0.99
  • Cymbeline$0.99
  • King John$0.99
  • Henry IV Part II$0.99
  • Troilus and Cressida$0.99
  • Henry VI Part II$0.99
  • Henry VI Part III$0.99
  • Henry VIII$0.99
  • Richard III$0.99
  • Pericles, Prince of Tyre$0.99
  • Richard II$0.99
  • Complete Collection - 37 Plays$19.99
None

Self Study CS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Shakespeare free?
Shakespeare is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Self Study CS free?
Self Study CS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Shakespeare or Self Study CS have ads?
Both Shakespeare and Self Study CS show ads.
Which is updated more often, Shakespeare or Self Study CS?
Shakespeare ships an update fortnightly, and Self Study CS daily. Most recently, Shakespeare was updated on October 11, 2026 and Self Study CS on October 7, 2026.

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