SpellEasy vs DictaCoach
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SpellEasy
This app transforms school word lists into engaging spelling games for children. It offers OCR scanning, pronunciation, visual aids, and progress tracking to make learning fun and effective at home.
- Photo OCR word list scanning
- Text-to-speech pronunciation
- Visual word images
- Spelling hints and replays
- Progress tracking with stars and calendar
- Offline functionality
- Pre-built word lists for exams
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SpellEasy turns your child's school word list into a fun, interactive spelling game — no tutor needed. Whether your child has a weekly spelling test or is preparing for Cambridge YLE exams, SpellEasy gives them the practice they need, at home, at their own pace. HOW IT WORKS 1. Import your word list - Type words one by one - Paste a list of words - Photograph a word list — SpellEasy reads it automatically with OCR 2. Study the words Swipe through cards, hear each word pronounced clearly, and see translations and photos to build memory connections. 3. Spell it out Tap letters to spell each word. Earn up to 3 stars per word. Hints and pronunciation replays keep kids confident without giving the answer away. 4. Track progress Stars, mastered words, and a practice calendar — so you always know how your child is doing. BUILT-IN WORD LISTS Ready to practise without importing anything: - Cambridge YLE: Starters, Movers, Flyers (750 words) - Hong Kong Primary: K1 to P6 (800 words) - Singapore Primary: MOE syllabus (800 words) - Taiwan Elementary: MOE & GEPT Kids (800 words) FEATURES - Photo OCR: scan any word list from a textbook or worksheet - Text-to-speech: hear words pronounced in clear, natural English - Spelling hints: first letter, first & last, or all vowels revealed on demand - Adjustable replays: hear the word 1x, 2x, 3x, or unlimited times - Word images: visual clues to reinforce memory - Stars & mastery: words marked mastered after a 3-star performance - Practice calendar: track which days your child practised - Save & resume: pause mid-session and continue later - Categories: organise lists by subject, unit, or term - No account needed: everything stays on your device PREMIUM Free users get unlimited custom word lists and 2 topics per built-in level. Upgrade to SpellEasy Premium to unlock: - All built-in word lists across every level and territory - Spelling hints (first letter, first & last, vowels) - More pronunciation replays (2x, 3x, or unlimited) PRIVACY SpellEasy works fully offline. No account, no ads, no data collection. Your child's word lists and progress never leave your device. Privacy Policy: https://spelleasy.app/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
DictaCoach
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Help your child ace spelling tests at home. DictaCoach turns your child's weekly school word list into a practice session in seconds — no tutoring required. SCAN WORD LISTS IN SECONDS Take a photo of the school word list and DictaCoach reads the words automatically. No typing required. PAPER MODE — JUST LIKE SCHOOL The app reads each word aloud. Your child writes it down on paper, then checks their answer on screen. Exactly how classroom dictation works. DIGITAL MODE — INSTANT FEEDBACK Type answers on screen and get immediate, encouraging feedback with helpful spelling rule hints. KEEPS KIDS MOTIVATED XP points, levels, and badges reward effort and consistency — not just correct answers. Children actually want to practise. PARENT DASHBOARD See accuracy trends, weak words, and session history at a glance. Know exactly how your child is progressing week by week. PRIVATE & SECURE All data stays on your device. School documents are never uploaded to any server. ENGLISH & CHINESE — CANTONESE OR MANDARIN Supports English, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese dictation practice, with a choice of Cantonese or Mandarin pronunciation — perfect for bilingual families in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore. UP TO 5 CHILDREN Manage practice for the whole family from one account, each with their own word lists, progress, and achievements. Set up takes under 60 seconds. Your child practises independently. You see the results. Less than one tutoring session per month. Terms of Use: https://dictacoach-website.vercel.app/en/terms Privacy Policy: https://dictacoach-website.vercel.app/en/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: DictaCoach at every 5 days against SpellEasy's fortnightly. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. SpellEasy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and DictaCoach sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SpellEasy ships an update fortnightly, DictaCoach every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SpellEasy | DictaCoach |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Yu Ngon Ng | Ka Yin Lee |
In-app purchases
SpellEasy
- SpellEasy Premium Weekly$0.997 Days
- SpellEasy Premium 6-Month$8.996 Months
- SpellEasy Premium Annual$9.991 Year
DictaCoach
- Premium Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Premium Annual7 Days trial$34.991 Year
- Premium Lifetime$79.99








