Swipe Wiki vs Pocket Wiki
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Swipe Wiki
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This app lets you read Wikipedia articles in a short‑page format. Random articles and categories across various topics let you quickly gain knowledge. Unlike aimless scrolling on video platforms, it turns browsing into useful and meaningful time.
Pocket Wiki
Explore Wikipedia's vast knowledge base with a beautifully designed, native iOS app. Enjoy daily discoveries, a superior reading experience with customizable themes, and smart organization with local data storage. It's a privacy-first, ad-free way to learn.
- Daily discoveries (On This Day, Picture of the Day)
- Clean, distraction-free article reader
- Customizable themes and fonts
- Bookmark and save articles locally
- Native iOS interface
- Privacy-focused, no account required
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Discover Wikipedia like never before with Pocket Wiki - the beautifully designed, native iOS app that transforms how you explore knowledge. DAILY DISCOVERIES • On This Day: Explore historical events and anniversaries • Picture of the Day: Stunning featured images from Wikimedia Commons • Most Read: See what's trending across Wikipedia • Featured Articles: Daily highlighted content curated by Wikipedia editors SUPERIOR READING EXPERIENCE • Clean, distraction-free article reader optimized for mobile • Customizable themes • Adjustable fonts, spacing, and text size for perfect readability SMART ORGANIZATION • Save articles as bookmarks with one tap • Browse your saved collection anytime • All data stored locally on your device BUILT FOR iOS • Native interface that feels right at home • Smooth animations and intuitive gestures • Respects system accessibility settings • No ads, no tracking, no distractions PRIVACY FIRST • No account required - start reading immediately • Your bookmarks and settings stay on your device • No personal data collection or analytics Whether you're a student researching for class, a professional staying informed, or simply curious about the world, Pocket Wiki provides the cleanest and most enjoyable way to explore Wikipedia's vast knowledge base. All content comes directly from Wikipedia's free, public APIs. Pocket Wiki is an independent app and is not affiliated with the Wikimedia Foundation. Download Pocket Wiki today and rediscover the joy of learning.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Swipe Wiki at 17.5 against Pocket Wiki's 26.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
Swipe Wiki ships an update every 4 weeks, Pocket Wiki monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Swipe Wiki | Pocket Wiki |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.5 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Elmira Sevostyanova | Samuel Ray |
In-app purchases
Swipe Wiki
No in-app purchases
Pocket Wiki
No in-app purchases
