ReadArabic vs Qiraah
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
Qiraah
This app helps Arabic language learners understand authentic texts and build vocabulary. It offers instant word definitions within the text and allows exporting learned words to flashcard apps. Designed for serious learners, it provides a focused reading experience with an expanding library of Arabic works.
- Read authentic Arabic texts
- Instant contextual word definitions
- Build vocabulary in context
- Export words to flashcard apps
- Growing library of Arabic works
- Distraction-free reading interface
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Qiraah – Read Arabic. Understand Every Word. Read real Arabic texts. Understand every word. Build vocabulary that sticks. Qiraah is built for students of Arabic who want to move beyond textbook exercises and engage directly with real texts. Whether you're studying classical works, reading for comprehension, or growing your vocabulary through context, Qiraah helps you read with clarity and confidence. READ REAL ARABIC TEXTS Access a growing library of carefully selected Arabic works. Instead of isolated word lists and drills, learn from meaningful content that reflects how the language is actually used. UNDERSTAND EVERY WORD INSTANTLY Long-press any word to reveal its contextual meaning in an instant. No switching apps, no breaking your focus. Qiraah keeps you immersed in the text while you learn. BUILD VOCABULARY IN CONTEXT Words are best learned where they live. By reading and interacting with authentic texts, you naturally expand your vocabulary and deepen your grasp of Arabic as it's really written. EXPORT TO YOUR FAVORITE FLASHCARD APPS Save the words you encounter and export them in formats compatible with Anki, Quizlet, and other popular flashcard tools. Review and memorize efficiently using the workflow you already trust. AN EXPANDING LIBRARY Qiraah launches with a curated selection of Arabic texts, with new works added regularly. As the library grows, so does your opportunity to explore a wider range of classical and authentic material. DESIGNED FOR SERIOUS LEARNERS Qiraah is ideal for: - Students of Arabic and Islamic studies - Learners who know the basics and are ready to progress - Readers aiming to engage with classical and authentic Arabic texts A FOCUSED READING EXPERIENCE A clean, distraction-free interface built for long reading sessions. With both light and dark modes, Qiraah helps you stay focused on what matters most: understanding the text in front of you. Start reading. Start understanding. Make every word count with Qiraah. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
ReadArabic and Qiraah are too close to call on the numbers: across 10 compared parameters — price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. ReadArabic sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Qiraah sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for ReadArabic against 4.9 for Qiraah. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19 and 7 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
ReadArabic ships an update every 8 days, Qiraah weekly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | ReadArabic | Qiraah |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (19 ratings) | 4.9 (7 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 19 — better | 7 |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 69 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Mert TOY | Fluent Arabic LLC |
Customer experience
ReadArabic
Qiraah
In-app purchases
ReadArabic
- Support the developer$0.99
- Support the developer$2.99
- Support the developer$4.99
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- 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
Qiraah
- Qiraah Pro Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Qiraah Pro Yearly$99.991 Year









