Word vs Plinto
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Word
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Welcome to Word Blaster! An innovative multilingual vocabulary learning shooter game designed to help you master new language words efficiently while having fun. 【Key Features】 Multilingual Support: Choose your UI and learning language. Supports 10 languages: English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Hindi, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Korean, French, German, and Russian. Learn effectively in your native tongue. Exciting Learning Game: Reinforce vocabulary with a shooting game where words appear as enemies. Select the correct translation to blast them away and clear stages! Level-Based Learning System: Select content based on your current language proficiency. Aligned with common language proficiency levels for a smooth learning curve. English: CEFR A1-C2 levels (also for TOEFL®, IELTS™ preparation) Japanese: JLPT N5-N1 levels Chinese: HSK Level 1-6 Hindi: CEFR A1-C2 levels Spanish: DELE/SIELE A1-C2 levels Portuguese (Brazil): Celpe-Bras levels & CEFR A1-C2 Korean: TOPIK I Level 1 - TOPIK II Level 6 French: DELF/DALF A1-C2 levels German: Goethe-Zertifikat A1-C2 levels Russian: TORFL/TRKI A1-C2 levels Stages & Boss Battles: Each level has multiple stages, culminating in a challenging boss battle! Defeat the boss to conquer the stage. Progress Tracking & Review Mode: Tracks your correct/incorrect answers and word mastery. Focus on challenging words in "Review Mode" to overcome weaknesses and solidify vocabulary. Global Rankings: Compete with players worldwide on the score leaderboard. Boost your motivation by aiming for the top! Game Center supported. Customizable Settings: Adjust BGM, sound effects, word pronunciation (on/off), voice volume, and more to your preference. Ads & Ad-Removal Option: Free to play (with ads). A one-time purchase removes all in-app ads for an uninterrupted learning experience. 【Why Choose Word Blaster?】 Fun Makes It Stick: Unlike tedious flashcard apps, the immersive gameplay naturally sparks your motivation to learn. Efficient Memorization: Actively connect words with their meanings for effective retention. For All Learners: From beginners to advanced students, for exam prep or hobbyists, Word Blaster suits various goals. Open the door to a new world of languages with Word Blaster! Download now and start your vocabulary-blasting adventure!
Plinto
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Plinto turns screen time into learning time. Instead of endless entertainment, your child scrolls a feed of short, safe, educational reels — hand-picked for their age and interests — plus fun learning games, all under your control. Built for curious kids aged 8–14. Managed entirely by parents. WHY PARENTS LOVE PLINTO • Safe, educational-only feed — no random or unsafe videos • You choose subjects, interests and focus topics for each child • Daily screen-time limits with automatic lockout • Progress reports, quizzes and a learning tracker • Multiple child profiles under one parent account WHAT KIDS SEE • A familiar swipe-up reels feed — but every video teaches something • Quick quizzes and an "Explain it" helper to go deeper • Learning games that reward curiosity • A daily streak that makes learning a habit PARENT CONTROLS • Set screen-time limits and daily reel caps • Steer the feed with subjects, interests and career paths • Block any video or channel you don't want • See what your child watches and how they're progressing Plinto is the screen time you feel good about.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Plinto at 16.0 against Word's 18.4. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Word | Plinto |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.4 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 99 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | hiroaki yuasa | Rohit Rajbhar |
In-app purchases
Word
No in-app purchases
Plinto
No in-app purchases









