Comparison

ReadArabic vs Kalemny

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Read stories and news in Arabic
  • Tap words for instant translation
  • Learn vocabulary in context
  • Supports A1-B2 proficiency levels
  • No dictionary switching required
Features
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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.

About

Kalemny

Master Arabic speaking, reading, and writing with AI-powered feedback. Engage in adaptive conversations, practice calligraphy, and improve pronunciation. Perfect for self-paced learners focused on practical language use.

Highlights
  • AI conversation practice
  • Vocabulary and grammar lessons
  • Calligraphy practice with feedback
  • Pronunciation scoring
  • Article of the Day
  • Daily challenges
Features
Read full description

Learn the Arabic you'll actually use: at work in the Gulf, on a trip to Cairo, with your family, or when you read the Qur'an. Kalemny teaches Modern Standard Arabic step by step, with speaking practice in Egyptian, Levantine and Gulf Arabic. LESSONS THAT BUILD ON EACH OTHER Units take you from the alphabet to real conversations. Grammar, vocabulary and practice sit in one path, from complete beginner to upper-intermediate. SPEAK FROM DAY ONE Practise real conversations with Hilal or Qamar, your AI tutors. They adapt to your level, explain in your language, and give you feedback on every word you say. 8,000+ WORDS WITH SMART REVIEW Learn each word with audio and example sentences, then review it just before you would forget it. PRACTISE EVERY SKILL 300+ practices for speaking, listening, reading and writing, including handwriting with feedback on every stroke. CULTURE IN EVERY LESSON Illustrated conversations, the Article of the Day and cultural notes show how Arabic lives across the Arab world. MADE FOR • Working or moving to the Gulf, Egypt or the Levant • Travelling in the Arab world • Reading and understanding the Qur'an • Talking with family and friends • Complete beginners through advanced learners Learn in English, Arabic or Chinese. Kalemny offers an optional Premium subscription with a 7-day free trial. Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Manage or cancel in Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions. Prices may vary by country. Privacy: https://kalemny.app/privacy Terms: https://kalemny.app/terms

Screenshots

ReadArabic4 screens
Kalemny4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Kalemny at 5.0 against ReadArabic's 4.7. Kalemny also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). ReadArabic's advantage is ratings volume (18 vs 2). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. ReadArabic sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Kalemny sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Kalemny holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ReadArabic has 18 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ReadArabic ships an update every 8 days, Kalemny weekly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ReadArabic versus Kalemny: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReadArabicKalemny
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (18 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size69 MB144 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMert TOYKalemny Limited

Customer experience

ReadArabic

All ratings18 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Kalemny

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

ReadArabic

One-time8
  • Support the developer$0.99
  • Support the developer$2.99
  • Support the developer$4.99
Show 5 more
  • Support the developer$9.99
  • Support the developer$19.99
  • Support the developer$49.99
  • Support the developer$99.99
  • Support the developer$499.99
6 purchases

Kalemny

Subscriptions6
  • Basic7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Premium7 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • Ultimate7 Days trial$17.991 Month
Show 3 more
  • Basic7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Premium7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Ultimate7 Days trial$89.991 Year

Questions

Is ReadArabic free?
ReadArabic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Kalemny free?
Kalemny is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ReadArabic or Kalemny?
Kalemny is rated higher. ReadArabic averages 4.7 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Kalemny averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do ReadArabic or Kalemny have ads?
Neither ReadArabic nor Kalemny shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ReadArabic or Kalemny?
ReadArabic ships an update every 8 days, and Kalemny weekly. Most recently, ReadArabic was updated on October 25, 2026 and Kalemny on October 25, 2026.

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