Comparison

OpenMDict vs FlashcardDict

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

Head to head
About

OpenMDict

This free, open-source dictionary reader allows you to view definitions from multiple dictionaries simultaneously. It offers pop-up lookup from any app and syncs your dictionaries, bookmarks, and history across devices via iCloud. Includes over 65 curated dictionaries to get you started.

Highlights
  • Multiple layout modes (Columns, Grid, List)
  • Pop-up lookup via Action Extension
  • Jump search within definitions
  • iCloud sync for dictionaries and history
  • Import unlimited dictionaries and create groups
  • Includes 65+ curated open-source dictionaries
  • Dark mode enhancements with adjustable brightness
Features
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OpenMDict is a free, open-source MDict (.mdx/.mdd) dictionary reader for iPhone and iPad. ► THREE LAYOUT MODES & MULTI-WINDOW ON iPadOS - View definitions from multiple dictionaries simultaneously in Columns, Grid, or List layout — compare and cross-reference at a glance. - Desktop-class productivity with multiple windows and 30+ keyboard shortcuts. ► POP-UP LOOKUP & JUMP SEARCH - Look up words from any app via the Action Extension pop-up. - Keep jump-searching unfamiliar terms within definitions until every word is clear. ► iCLOUD SYNC & UNLIMITED GROUPS - Dictionaries, bookmarks, history, and lookup counts sync across all your devices. - Import unlimited dictionaries and create unlimited groups — no subscriptions, no ads, no paid tiers. ► PRESET DICTIONARIES INCLUDED & DARK MODE ENHANCEMENTS - Choose from 64 curated open-source dictionaries (WordNet, JMdict, CC-CEDICT, and more) — download and start using them right away. - Enhance third-party dictionaries' readability in dark mode, with 7 levels of adjustable brightness per dictionary. ► AI COACH & VOCABULARY GAMES - Turn the English words you bookmark into four quick games, generated on your device by Apple Intelligence, with definitions from your own dictionaries. - Swipe to sort synonyms, antonyms, and look-alikes. - Spot the impostor words hiding among a word's true relatives. - Settle a daytime-TV-style paternity dispute: is this word really in the family? - Answer a game-show survey: name the words that share a category. - Requires iOS 26 or later and a supported device with Apple Intelligence turned on and set to a language it supports. ► MORE FEATURES • Full MDict format support: V1 (LZO), V2 (zlib), MDD resources, obfuscated dictionaries • Lemma-aware search — finds base forms and inflected variants automatically • Siri Shortcuts, Spotlight search, Quick Actions, Share Extension, Drag & Drop • Available in 13 languages: English, 简体中文, 繁體中文, 日本語, 한국어, Español, Deutsch, Français, Português (BR), Русский, Українська, العربية, हिन्दी

About

FlashcardDict

This app combines dictionary lookups with a flashcard system for vocabulary building. It allows users to create flashcards from specific word meanings and review them using an advanced algorithm. Syncs across devices via iCloud for seamless learning.

Highlights
  • Dictionary lookup with multiple sources
  • Meaning-based flashcard creation
  • FSRS-6 review algorithm
  • iCloud sync across devices
  • Pronunciation support
  • Lookup history
Features
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Look up words, create flashcards, and review them in one flow. FlashDict is a dictionary and flashcard app designed for iPhone and iPad. It helps you look up word definitions and turn the meanings you actually want to remember into reviewable flashcards, making it useful for reading, studying, and daily vocabulary building. Multiple Dictionaries Import external MDX dictionaries and open Apple’s built-in dictionaries when available. View definitions, examples, and usage notes from different sources in one place. Meaning-Based Flashcards Create flashcards from a specific meaning in the current dictionary entry. Instead of saving only the word, FlashDict helps you remember the exact sense you needed at the time, which is especially useful for words with multiple meanings. FSRS-6 Review Algorithm The flashcard system is inspired by Anki and uses the FSRS-6 algorithm to schedule reviews based on memory patterns, helping you review more efficiently. iCloud Sync Flashcards can sync across your devices with iCloud, so you can keep learning on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Your data is stored locally with privacy in mind. Pronunciation Support FlashDict prioritizes dictionary-provided audio. When no audio is available, it can fall back to system text-to-speech. Lookup History Your lookup history is saved automatically, making it easy to revisit recent words. Optimized Reading Experience Dictionary entries are optimized for iPhone and iPad, with clear structure and comfortable reading for longer content. Native and Lightweight Built with SwiftUI for a native, lightweight, and efficient experience. Privacy Policy: https://privacy.flashdict.hyperseek.tech Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

OpenMDict4 screens
FlashcardDict4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OpenMDict at none against FlashcardDict's 4. OpenMDict also leads on ratings volume (5 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). FlashcardDict's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 75%). On price, update cadence, ads 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. FlashcardDict sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. OpenMDict asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FlashcardDict holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OpenMDict has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of OpenMDict's written reviews are positive against 100% of FlashcardDict's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OpenMDict ships an update fortnightly, FlashcardDict every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
OpenMDict versus FlashcardDict: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpenMDictFlashcardDict
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (5 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5 — better1
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB96 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHan Yin长军 郑

Customer experience

OpenMDict

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%

FlashcardDict

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

OpenMDict

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

FlashcardDict

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Membership$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Membership$3.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Membership for iOS$3.99
  • All-Platform Lifetime Membership$8.99

Questions

Is OpenMDict free?
OpenMDict is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FlashcardDict free?
FlashcardDict is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, OpenMDict or FlashcardDict?
FlashcardDict is rated higher. OpenMDict averages 4.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while FlashcardDict averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do OpenMDict or FlashcardDict have ads?
Neither OpenMDict nor FlashcardDict shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OpenMDict or FlashcardDict?
OpenMDict ships an update fortnightly, and FlashcardDict every 10 days. Most recently, OpenMDict was updated on November 9, 2026 and FlashcardDict on October 31, 2026.

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