Comparison

SpellBee Kids vs Spellie Bee

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

Head to head
About

SpellBee Kids

This app offers engaging spelling practice for children in grades 1-6. It uses a game-like system with points, badges, and levels to build confidence. Features include practice and test modes with clear audio pronunciation and word definitions.

Highlights
  • 600 words across 6 grade levels
  • Practice and timed test modes
  • XP points and leveling system
  • Unlockable badges and achievements
  • Clear audio pronunciation and definitions
  • Bonus word packs available
Features
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DESCRIPTION SpellBee Kids makes learning to spell exciting and rewarding for kids in grades 1 through 6. With 600 carefully chosen words across 6 grade levels, SpellBee Kids helps kids build spelling confidence through fun, game-like practice — complete with XP points, badges, and a leveling system that keeps them coming back. PRACTICE MODE Unlimited practice with helpful hints — tap to hear the word spoken aloud, reveal the definition, or hear it used in a sentence. Missed words automatically repeat so every word gets mastered. TEST MODE Put those skills to the test. Choose 10, 20, or 50 words in a timed test. Earn bonus XP for speed and accuracy. See a detailed breakdown of every word after the test. XP AND LEVELING Kids earn XP for every word they spell correctly. Level up from Recess Rookie all the way to National Champion across 9 exciting ranks. BADGES AND ACHIEVEMENTS Unlock 12 collectible badges — get a 5-word streak, score 100% on a test, spell 100 words total, and more. Every badge is a milestone worth celebrating. CLEAR AUDIO PRONUNCIATION Every word is spoken clearly using Apple's built-in speech engine. Kids hear the word, a definition, and an example sentence — just like a real spelling bee. GRADE LEVELS 1st Grade — Foundational 3 to 4 letter words 2nd Grade — Short vowels, blends and digraphs 3rd Grade — Multi-syllable and compound words 4th Grade — Prefixes, suffixes and harder patterns 5th Grade — Advanced vocabulary and word roots 6th Grade — Complex words for spelling bee prep BONUS WORD PACKS Expand your word list with themed bonus packs: Animal Kingdom — 100 animal and nature words Science Lab — 100 science and discovery words Sports Zone — 100 sports and athletics words Holiday Cheer — 100 seasonal and holiday words FREE TRIAL Try everything free for 3 days. Then continue with a $1.99 per month subscription — cancel anytime in your Apple ID settings. Bonus word packs are one-time purchases, yours to keep forever. SpellBee Kids is perfect for daily spelling practice, homework help, and spelling bee preparation. No ads. No distractions. Just spelling, fun, and learning. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Spellie Bee

Features
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Every parent knows the moment: "Mom/Dad, how to spell ___?" Spellie gives kids a way to find the answer themselves. FREE Just tap the mic and say the word. Spellie instantly shows all the ways that word could be spelled - with a kid-friendly meaning for each one. Tap any card to hear it read aloud. * "there" : there, their, they're * "flower" : flower, flour * "two" : two, to, too No reading required. Everything is spoken aloud. SPELLIE PRO Can't think of the word - just describe it. Say "the animal that says woof" and Spellie finds the spelling for you. Powered by AI and designed for young minds. Pro also adds a simple meaning card for every word, so children understand what they're spelling, not just how to spell it. Try Spellie Pro free for 7 days, then $1.99/year. Cancel anytime. DESIGNED FOR EARLY READERS * Big buttons, calm colors, zero distractions * Audio-first - the app reads everything aloud * Works offline for instant homophone lookup * No ads, no accounts, no data collected from children Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SpellBee Kids4 screens
Spellie Bee4 screens

Verdict

The call

SpellBee Kids and Spellie Bee are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SpellBee Kids sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Spellie Bee sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SpellBee Kids ships an update monthly, Spellie Bee every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
SpellBee Kids versus Spellie Bee: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpellBee KidsSpellie Bee
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniel SpirgenHangzhou Teninno Technology Co., Ltd

In-app purchases

5 purchases

SpellBee Kids

Subscriptions1
  • SpellBee Premium7 Days trial$1.991 Month
One-time4
  • Animal Kingdom Pack$2.99
  • Sports Zone$2.99
  • Holiday Cheer Pack$2.99
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  • Science Lab$2.99
1 purchases

Spellie Bee

Subscriptions1
  • Spellie Pro$1.991 Year

Questions

Is SpellBee Kids free?
SpellBee Kids is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Spellie Bee free?
Spellie Bee is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SpellBee Kids or Spellie Bee have ads?
Neither SpellBee Kids nor Spellie Bee shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SpellBee Kids or Spellie Bee?
SpellBee Kids ships an update monthly, and Spellie Bee every 6 weeks. Most recently, SpellBee Kids was updated on October 31, 2026 and Spellie Bee on October 31, 2026.

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