Arabic Made Simple vs ReadArabic
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Arabic Made Simple
Learn Arabic vocabulary through engaging stories and context-rich examples. This app uses smart flashcards and integrated learning tools to help intermediate learners retain new words effectively. Move beyond memorization and build practical language skills.
- Story-based vocabulary learning
- Contextual word usage
- Smart flashcards for retention
- Audio support for pronunciation
- Arabic alphabet and script charts
- Verb and root form references
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Arabic Made Simple helps intermediate learners build real Arabic vocabulary through stories rather than isolated word lists. Instead of memorizing disconnected words, you learn vocabulary as it appears in meaningful context, supported by audio, translation, and smart flashcards designed to help words stick. Story-Based Learning Read graded Arabic stories that introduce vocabulary naturally. Listen to audio, follow along at your own pace, and see how words are actually used. Smart Flashcards Tap any word in a story to save it instantly. Review vocabulary using different study modes, including matching, review, and quizzes. Built for Learners Arabic Made Simple was created by someone who learned Arabic as a second language. Every feature focuses on clarity, steady progress, and real understanding. Learning Tools The app includes helpful tools to support your study, such as: • Arabic alphabet and script charts • Verb and root form references • Tagged decks to organize vocabulary Who This App Is For Arabic Made Simple is best for learners who: • Can read the Arabic alphabet • Have basic grammar knowledge • Want to move beyond beginner content • Want to build vocabulary fast!
ReadArabic
Learn Arabic (A1-B2) through engaging stories and news. Instantly translate words by tapping them within the text, making vocabulary acquisition contextual and seamless. Avoid the hassle of switching between apps for translation.
- Read stories and news in Arabic
- Tap words for instant translation
- Learn vocabulary in context
- Supports A1-B2 proficiency levels
- No dictionary switching required
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Improve your Arabic (A1-B2) by reading real-world content. Read stories and news, tap words for instant translation, and learn vocabulary in context. No more dictionary switching, just fluid reading.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Arabic Made Simple at every 5 days against ReadArabic's fortnightly. ReadArabic's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.2). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Arabic Made Simple sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and ReadArabic sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Arabic Made Simple against 5.0 for ReadArabic. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 5 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
Arabic Made Simple ships an update every 5 days, ReadArabic fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on June 8, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Arabic Made Simple | ReadArabic |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (5 ratings) | 5.0 (5 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 5 | 5 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.2 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 48 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tyler Whitcher | Mert TOY |
Customer experience
Arabic Made Simple
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In-app purchases
Arabic Made Simple
- Full Access$24.99
ReadArabic
- Support the developer$2.99
- Support the developer$4.99
- Support the developer$9.99
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- Support the developer$19.99
- Support the developer$49.99
- Support the developer$99.99
- Support the developer$499.99
