Comparison

Purgi Dictionary vs Vihaya

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

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Purgi Dictionary

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This is the first ever Dictionary (multilingual and in digital form) in PURGI, the local Language of Kargil. A first in the 2000 year history of Purgi. This Multi-lingual Dictionary is being launching as a mobile app and it has a collection of over 5000 Purgi words, with many common usage words of Balti and other nearby languages. Multilingual Dictionary would mean that words are Translated from English to Purgi, with translations in Hindi and Urdu as well. And since almost 70% of kargili people do not know Purgi script, the Purgi words are stated in English (Latin script alphabet). This dictionary will help in Linguistic heritage (Documents unique vocabulary and some long lost words), add more Learning resources (Essential tool for language learners, teachers, and researchers) and preserving the Language. This app will also be helpful for tourists visiting this region. Since we are outsiders and there will be many errors in the way the local words are understood and written, Error corrections and also addition of new words will be updated in the upcoming versions. And print version of the Dictionary will be brought out on need basis. This Dictionary took 4 years to complete, with us walking almost 500kms in and around the region and personally visiting 60+ villages of Kargil district to collect the words. And its a gift from us to the People of Kargil. The Purgi Dictionary – a project for the people of Kargil, from Dr. Winsy Abraham and Ruby Joy, Social Volunteers contributing in the field of Education and Overall social development - A life dedicated to Kargil and its children. Features: ā–ŗ New user interface with Navigation drawer menu. ā–ŗ No additional font installation required. ā–ŗ Search option available with dedicated English keyboard. ā–ŗ Adjustable font size and easy to use interface. ā–ŗ Night Mode for reading during night time (Good for your eyes) ā–ŗ Language and letter indexing. ā–ŗ Swipe functionality for word navigation. Compatibility: The app should run well on devices with iOS version 15.6 or later on iPhone and iPad. Copyright Information: Ā© Dr. Winsy Abraham, 2026

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Vihaya

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Ace every semester. Ask any doubt. One app. Vihaya is the study companion engineering students actually need - built around notes, previous year question papers, and an AI tutor that understands your syllabus. NOTES & PYQs THAT MATCH YOUR SEMESTER Browse organised KTU, BTech and TKM notes by department and semester. Pull up previous year question papers (PYQs) the night before an exam and study what actually gets asked - not random PDFs from across the internet. ASK ANY DOUBT TO VIHAYA AI Stuck on a problem? Snap a photo of the question, upload a PDF chapter, or just talk to Vihaya AI by voice. The AI tutor reads your material, explains concepts step by step, and helps you prep faster than searching through Google. BUILT FOR INDIAN ENGINEERING STUDENTS Designed around the KTU and TKM curriculum from day one. Whether you're cramming for series tests, university exams or project work, Vihaya keeps the things you actually need - your syllabus, your notes, your AI tutor - one tap away. HIGHLIGHTS - Notes and PYQs organised by university, branch and semester - AI tutor that reads PDFs and images and listens to voice questions - Clean, fast, distraction-free study interface - Works offline once your notes are cached - Free to use Built by students, for students. Join thousands of engineering students already studying smarter with Vihaya.

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Purgi Dictionary at none against Vihaya's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
Purgi Dictionary versus Vihaya: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPurgi DictionaryVihaya
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB67 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperWinsy AbrahamVishnu S

In-app purchases

None

Purgi Dictionary

No in-app purchases

None

Vihaya

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Purgi Dictionary free?
Purgi Dictionary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Vihaya free?
Vihaya is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Purgi Dictionary or Vihaya have ads?
Vihaya shows ads; Purgi Dictionary does not.

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