Comparison

Widgit Go vs SlatePad

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

Head to head
About

Widgit Go

This app supports communication and language development for non-verbal individuals or those with learning difficulties. It allows users to create personalized symbol-based communication grids and develop language skills through interactive activities.

Highlights
  • Symbol-based AAC communication
  • Create personalized communication grids
  • Over 14,000 Widgit Symbols
  • Add custom pictures
  • Text-to-speech output
  • Develop learning and language skills
  • Export grids as PDFs
Features
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Support communication and language development with Widgit Go which can be used as a simple symbol-based AAC communicator or as a tool to develop learning and language skills. GIVING USERS A VOICE WITH SYMBOL-BASED AAC For users who are non-verbal or reluctant communicators symbol-based AAC (Augmentative and alternative communication) offers a way for them to express themselves and communicate their needs and wants. Create personalised communication grids in minutes with easy to use tools, over 14,000 Widgit Symbols and the ability to add your own pictures. Users can hear their sentences spoken aloud using the pre-installed iOS text-to-speech voices or add high-quality adult and child voices from the app store. Widgit Go's user-friendly interface makes it ideal for users of all ages with autism and/or learning difficulties. DEVELOP LEARNING AND LANGUAGE SKILLS Widgit Go's interactive grids can be used to develop users learning and language skills both at home and in the classroom. The output of these grids can be exported as PDF files, saved to the device or shared via email or messenger. FEATURES - Create and edit grids using over 14,000 Widgit Symbols - Print grids to make flashcards. - Use as a voice output device. - Back up or share your Widgit Go grids and activities using Dropbox, Microsoft OneDrive, Google Drive or your Widgit Online account. - Write simple documents with symbols and text from Grids. - No Internet connection is required for creating or using activities. - 17 example activities are included. More activities and voices are available in-app.

About

SlatePad

Features
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Revolutionise the way schools manage lateness with our cutting-edge app! Say goodbye to cumbersome processes and hello to streamlined efficiency. . Experience unprecedented convenience and speed, allowing educators to focus on what truly matters - the students. Make tardiness a thing of the past and embrace the future of school management with our innovative solution! Description: Welcome to the future of school management with our user-friendly app! Whether you're a student or staff member, our app makes it a breeze to sign in when you're running late. Just type in your name, pick your reason for the delay, and watch as the data seamlessly syncs with your School's Management Information System (MIS). It's that simple – no more hassle, no more delays. Experience the convenience you deserve with our app!

Screenshots

Widgit Go4 screens
SlatePad1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: SlatePad at Free against Widgit Go's $59.99. SlatePad also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

SlatePad is free to download; Widgit Go costs $59.99 up front. Widgit Go sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. SlatePad asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Widgit Go versus SlatePad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWidgit GoSlatePad
Price$59.99Free — better
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.2
Further details — not scored
Size266 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWidgit Software LtdEducation & IT Limited

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Widgit Go

One-time10
  • Getting Up SequenceFree
  • Widgit Restricted symbolsFree
  • StuartFree
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  • HeatherFree
  • Making Sentences 1$1.99
  • Ryan (US)$7.99
  • Heather (US)$7.99
  • Kenny (US child)$14.99
  • Widgit Symbols in French$23.99
  • Widgit Symbols in Spanish$23.99
None

SlatePad

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Widgit Go free?
Widgit Go costs $59.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is SlatePad free?
SlatePad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Widgit Go or SlatePad have ads?
Neither Widgit Go nor SlatePad shows ads.

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