Comparison

WikiScroll vs WikiShorts

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

Head to head
About

WikiScroll

Discover new facts and historical events through an endless stream of Wikipedia articles. Personalize your feed by topic and language, save articles for later, and even add content to your home screen with smart widgets.

Highlights
  • Swipe through random Wikipedia articles
  • Explore historical events by date
  • Save and bookmark articles
  • Personalize content feed by topic
  • Multi-language support
  • Smart home screen widgets
Features
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WikiScroll: Scroll & Learn Endless scrolling doesn’t have to be mindless. WikiScroll transforms the way you browse, bringing knowledge, history, and discovery to your fingertips — turning curiosity into a habit. Swipe through random Wikipedia articles, explore what happened on this day in history, and personalize your experience by choosing topics and languages. Like an article? Save it for later or share it instantly. Features That Make WikiScroll Unique • Swipe Through Wikipedia – Get endless random articles with a single swipe. • Timeline Mode – See important historical events from this day in the past. • Like & Save Articles – Bookmark your favorites for easy access anytime. • Personalized Feed – Choose topics that interest you for a smarter experience. • Multi-Language Support – Read in the language of your choice. • Smart Widgets – Add Wikipedia articles and historical events to your home screen. Who is WikiScroll For? • Anyone who loves discovering new and interesting facts • History lovers who enjoy learning about past events • Students and researchers looking for quick insights • Casual readers who want a smarter way to scroll Start Swiping and Learning Today Turn everyday scrolling into something meaningful. WikiScroll makes discovering knowledge effortless. Download now and explore the world one swipe at a time. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://burakkose.me/privacy

About

WikiShorts

Features
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Meet the most enjoyable way to expand your mind! Dive into a vast universe of short, fascinating articles. Instead of getting lost in long texts, get your daily dose of fun knowledge. WikiShorts brings the magic of the world's largest encyclopedia right to your pocket, optimized for quick reading. Whether you are commuting, taking a coffee break, or relaxing at home, it is the perfect companion to build your intellect effortlessly. Make learning a daily habit you actually look forward to. AWESOME FEATURES: • Daily Picks: Start your morning with hand-picked fascinating topics and the exclusive 'article of the day'. • Random Exploration: Tap a single button and surprise yourself with completely random information. • Smart Search: Instantly find bite-sized articles on absolutely anything you are curious about. • Personal Library: Save your favorite facts and articles to read offline later. • Dark Mode: Enjoy comfortable, eye-friendly reading at night. • Lightning Fast: Zero clutter, just pure knowledge loading instantly on your screen. Join thousands of curious minds who are getting smarter every single day. Education doesn't have to be boring—access thousands of topics, from science and history to art and technology, all in a format designed for modern attention spans. Make every day a little smarter. Download WikiShorts now and start your discovery journey! Privacy Policy: https://www.sefacemturan.com/privacy/a1b2c3d4-e5f6-7890-abcd-ef1234567890 Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

WikiScroll4 screens
WikiShorts4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: WikiScroll at weekly against WikiShorts's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. WikiScroll sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and WikiShorts sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WikiScroll ships an update weekly, WikiShorts every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
WikiScroll versus WikiShorts: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWikiScrollWikiShorts
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (15 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings15 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBurak KoseSefa Cem Turan

In-app purchases

3 purchases

WikiScroll

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Subscription$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$29.99
4 purchases

WikiShorts

Subscriptions3
  • WikiShorts Pro Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • WikiShorts Pro3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • WikiShorts+ Annual Subscription3 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • WikiShorts Pro Lifetime$12.99

Questions

Is WikiScroll free?
WikiScroll is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WikiShorts free?
WikiShorts is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WikiScroll or WikiShorts have ads?
Both WikiScroll and WikiShorts show ads.
Which is updated more often, WikiScroll or WikiShorts?
WikiScroll ships an update weekly, and WikiShorts every 3 weeks. Most recently, WikiScroll was updated on October 13, 2026 and WikiShorts on October 9, 2026.

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