Comparison

Wisda vs Omnipedia

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

Head to head
About

Wisda

Explore a vast universe of information with this Wikipedia reader. Enjoy a beautifully designed interface, discover trending topics, and find articles related to your surroundings. Sync your favorite content across all your devices.

Highlights
  • Beautiful reading interface
  • Trending articles grid
  • Discover nearby places of interest
  • Sync articles across iCloud devices
  • Search articles in any language
Features
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Introducing Wisda: Your Gateway to Enlightening Knowledge! Unlock the boundless world of knowledge with Wisda, the ultimate Wikipedia reader designed for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS. Immerse yourself in a beautifully crafted reading interface, where every word comes to life through custom typography and captivating full-screen images. With Wisda, discover a seamless way to explore the vast expanse of information at your fingertips. Stay ahead of the curve with our unique grid of trending articles, showcasing the most read topics of the day. From breaking news to viral trends, Wisda ensures you're always in the know. Experience the thrill of uncovering hidden gems with our exclusive 'Around Me' view, which allows you to effortlessly discover fascinating articles related to nearby places of interest. Expand your horizons and deepen your understanding of the world around you. Never miss a beat as you track your favorite articles and seamlessly sync them across all your iCloud devices. Access your personalized library anytime, anywhere, and continue your exploration without missing a beat. With Wisda, language is no barrier. Effortlessly search for any article, in any language, and delve into a world of information and insights. Whether you're a curious individual, a passionate researcher, or simply seeking to expand your knowledge, Wisda is your trusted companion. Embark on a journey of enlightenment with Wisda - the Wikipedia reader that revolutionizes the way you consume knowledge. Download now and unlock the power of wisdom at your fingertips. Wisda requires a subscription and may offer a free trial. If you chose to subscribe, payment will be charged to your iTunes account, and your account will be charged for renewal 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Auto-renewal may be turned off at any time by going to your settings in the iTunes Store after purchase. Content is available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License unless otherwise noted. Wikipedia is a trademark of the Wikimedia Foundation. We are not endorsed by or affiliated with the Wikimedia Foundation. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://wisda.app/privacy

About

Omnipedia

Access a vast offline encyclopedia, even without internet. This app provides fast, private access to millions of articles, with monthly updates and personalized recommendations. Enjoy a clean interface, customizable appearance, and on-device AI for quick answers.

Highlights
  • Offline Wikipedia access
  • Lightning-fast search
  • On-device AI for answers
  • Bookmarks and history
  • Customizable appearance
  • Monthly incremental updates
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Omnipedia gives you all the power of Wikipedia — anytime, anywhere, even without an internet connection. Whether you’re traveling abroad, hiking up a mountain, or in a basement bar with no Wi-Fi, Omnipedia is ready with the information you’re looking for. To make this possible, we compress millions of Wikipedia articles into a compact archive that fits comfortably on your device. A complete library requires between 1 and 12 GB (depending on the language), and to keep it up-to-date, we provide monthly incremental updates that install in minutes. Because everything is stored on device, Omnipedia is super fast, completely private, and always available. Key Features: • Read Wikipedia articles offline — stay curious, even on a plane or the subway. • Lightning-fast search and article rendering with a clean design. • Explore new topics with personalized recommendations. • Get quick answers with private, on-device AI. • Bookmarks and history to keep track of your reading activities. • Customizable appearance, including dark mode and alternate themes. • Available in 11 languages: Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish. • Minimal storage requirements: Our tailor-made compressed archives save space while maximizing speed. • Incremental monthly updates to keep the articles fresh. • No ads — read without intrusive advertising or tracking. • Private and secure: Your search and reading activity stays on your device. Free Trial and Subscription: The app includes a free trial library with 100 articles to help you explore how it works. If you like what you see, our annual subscription allows you to download complete libraries containing millions of articles. ---------------- Omnipedia is not affiliated with Wikipedia or the Wikimedia Foundation. Article content is © Wikipedia contributors and licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License. By downloading the Omnipedia app, you agree to: • Apple’s standard End User License Agreement (EULA), available at: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ • The Omnipedia Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, available in-app or on our website: https://omnipedia.recursive.ink

Screenshots

Wisda4 screens
Omnipedia4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Omnipedia at free with in-app purchases against Wisda's subscription. Wisda's advantage is device support (6 vs 2). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Wisda sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Omnipedia sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Wisda against 5.0 for Omnipedia. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Wisda versus Omnipedia: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWisdaOmnipedia
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB28 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperHemism LLCRecursive Ink Ltd

Customer experience

Wisda

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Omnipedia

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Wisda

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Full access$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Full Access7 Days trial$9.991 Year
1 purchases

Omnipedia

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Subscription$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Wisda free?
Wisda is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Omnipedia free?
Omnipedia is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Wisda or Omnipedia?
Wisda and Omnipedia are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Wisda or Omnipedia have ads?
Neither Wisda nor Omnipedia shows ads.

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