# NAVER Dictionary vs Buff

The clearest difference is ads: Buff at none against NAVER Dictionary's shown. Buff also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and rating (3.5 vs 3.2). NAVER Dictionary's advantage is ratings volume (252 vs 4). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Buff holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NAVER Dictionary has 252 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of NAVER Dictionary's written reviews are positive against 43% of Buff's.

NAVER Dictionary ships an update every 2 months, Buff every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NAVER Dictionary | Buff |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (252 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/naver-dictionary/id673085116/reviews) | **[3.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buff-word-power/id6739328232/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **252** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 35.6% of reviews | **43.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 71 MB | 228 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 13.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NAVER Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/311867731) | [CREVERSE, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/739652504) |

## What reviewers say

### NAVER Dictionary

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/naver-dictionary/id673085116)

Access a comprehensive collection of dictionaries, including English-English, English-Korean, and numerous bilingual options. Features include pronunciation evaluation, everyday conversation examples, and a user-created dictionary platform. All content is available for free.

**Highlights:** 70+ Dictionaries, 30M+ Headwords, Everyday English Conversation, Pronunciation Evaluation, User-created Dictionary Platform, Multiple English Accents

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Comprehensive dictionary
- 🌐 Multilingual support
- 💡 Useful features for language learners

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unstable
- 🕰️ Slow and unresponsive
- 🤔 Confusing and cluttered UI
- 🔍 Difficulty finding desired dictionaries

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Login/sign-up issues
- Inconsistent behavior across updates

**Requested features**

- Add pronunciation audio
- Improve dictionary search and navigation
- Provide dark mode option
- Sync word lists across devices


### Buff

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buff-word-power/id6739328232)

This app helps students from specific language academies reinforce vocabulary learned through i-Learning/p-Learning and prepare for word tests. Users can review learned words, track their progress, and level up their 'word power' as they memorize more terms.

**Highlights:** Vocabulary training for tests, Review learned words, Track memorization progress, Level up word power, Character customization, Tablet and phone compatible

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NAVER Dictionary free?

NAVER Dictionary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Buff free?

Buff is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, NAVER Dictionary or Buff?

Buff is rated higher. NAVER Dictionary averages 3.2 out of 5 from 252 ratings, while Buff averages 3.5 from 4 ratings.

### Do NAVER Dictionary or Buff have ads?

NAVER Dictionary shows ads; Buff does not.

### Which is updated more often, NAVER Dictionary or Buff?

NAVER Dictionary ships an update every 2 months, and Buff every 3 weeks. Most recently, NAVER Dictionary was updated on October 20, 2026 and Buff on October 17, 2026.

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