Dvash Hebrew vs Shotef
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dvash Hebrew
Enhance your Hebrew language skills with daily news articles and music. Features include instant translations, adjustable text display, vocabulary building tools, and illustrated learning aids. Designed for learners to understand Hebrew naturally through engaging, real-world content.
- Daily Hebrew news articles for learners
- Hebrew songs with line-by-line translations
- Instant word and sentence translations
- Adjustable text display (with/without Nikud)
- Vocabulary saving and quiz features
- Spaced Repetition System (SRS) for memorization
- Illustrated learning for vocabulary reinforcement
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Learn Hebrew with Daily News and Music! Dvash is the ultimate app for Hebrew learners who want to improve their skills with real-world content. Every weekday, we bring you short news articles and Hebrew songs, designed to help you read, listen, and understand Hebrew more naturally. Why Dvash? • Daily Hebrew News → Read easy-to-understand news articles tailored for learners. • Hebrew Songs with Translations → Learn Hebrew through music with line-by-line translations. • Instant Translations & Audio → Tap on words or sentences to hear pronunciations and get definitions. • Adjustable Text Display → Read with or without Nikud (vowel markings) as you progress. • Vocabulary Building → Save words, track your progress, and review with quizzes. • Spaced Repetition System (SRS) → Remember words better with smart reviews. • Illustrated Learning → See images that match words to reinforce memory. With Dvash, Hebrew learning becomes effortless and engaging! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Shotef
Build practical Hebrew language skills through engaging games and interactive modules. Learn thousands of words and expressions, track your progress, and master pronunciation for everyday life in Israel.
- 8 engaging mini-games
- 1000+ words and expressions
- Beginner mode for basics
- Progress tracking
- Real-life modules
- Audio pronunciation
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Shotef: Learn Hebrew the fun way. Whether you are making aliyah, visiting Israel, or just curious about the language, Shotef helps you build real Hebrew skills through play. With 8 engaging games, thousands of words, and practical modules, you will learn faster, stay motivated, and enjoy the process. Features you will love: - 8 Mini-Games: Translation Match, Word Search, Sentence Scramble, Verb Conjugation Challenge, Tense Guesser, Flashcards, and more. - 1000+ Words and Expressions: from everyday conversations to professional vocabulary. - Beginner Mode: start with the basics - letters, sounds, and simple words. - Progress Tracking: see your improvement as you play. - Modules for Real Life: practice Hebrew for work, school, or daily life in Israel. - Audio for Every Word: learn correct pronunciation from the start. Who is Shotef for? - New olim who want to get comfortable fast. - Students and travelers learning Hebrew for the first time. - Anyone who prefers games and interactivity over memorization. Shotef is not just another flashcard app - it is a complete learning experience designed to make Hebrew stick. Start free, then upgrade to Plus or Pro for expanded word lists and advanced modules. Your Hebrew journey starts here. Privacy Policy: https://shotef.app/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: Dvash Hebrew at 14 against Shotef's 4. On price, rating, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Dvash Hebrew sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Shotef sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Dvash Hebrew against 5.0 for Shotef. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 4 respectively.
Dvash Hebrew ships an update fortnightly, Shotef every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on August 31, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dvash Hebrew | Shotef |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (14 ratings) | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 98 MB | 101 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jan Ihmels | Aaron Weiss |
Customer experience
Dvash Hebrew
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In-app purchases
Dvash Hebrew
- Dvash Pro Subscription$3.991 Month
- Dvash Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
- Dvash Pro Subscription$29.991 Year
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- Dvash Pro Subscription$34.991 Year
Shotef
- Shotef Plus (Monthly)$6.991 Month
- Shotef Pro (Monthly)$9.991 Month
- Shotef Lifetime: Full Hebrew Access$99.99
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