Scribe Thai vs I can read Thai
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Scribe Thai
Master Thai vocabulary with a unique study method that links similar-sounding words for contextual understanding. Engage in fun games to reinforce learning and achieve native-like fluency faster. Study offline and track progress across devices.
- 5000 most common Thai words
- Native audio for every word
- 6 interactive Thai games
- Spaced-Repetition System
- Offline study mode
- Ruby text for pronunciation aid
- Progress synchronization across devices
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Scribe Thai has been intentionally designed to teach mastery of Thai vocabulary - you learn all common Thai words. Using a unique study method, words are remembered with related-sounding words, so that in real-life situations you are able to contextually select the correct word, even if you missed the tone. Study Thai this way, and your mind's ability to select the correct word in context increases 10 fold. Just think about it: for every similar sound, you will know the 4 or 5 possible popular words it could be. Scribe Thai quietly saturates your mind with all the correct linkages to learn Thai to a better-than-native level. This is the fastest known method to the learn Thai language, by focusing on learning through Thai games. Scribe: Thai also includes numerous games using the same study deck, so no matter what game you play, your study picks up where you left off. You can study Thai YOUR way. And your dreams of speaking Thailand can come real. ScribeThai has been tried and tested by numerous users, who say the Scribe Origins method of study is faster than any other method for attaining a massive Thai vocabulary. == Features == - 5000 of the most common words. - Full native audio spoken for every single word. Speak Thai within weeks, instead of years, with a daily commitment to study Thai words. - 6 Thai games: Thai flashcards, Thai multiple choice, Thai tiles, listening flashcards, listening multiple choice, matchup. - Spaced-Repetition System that.. is simply incredible. When you get down into the deeper levels with thousands of words to remember, you'll be amazed at how accurately the right word comes along. - Study Thai completely offline - no internet bandwidth used. Learn and study Thai anywhere - on the train, bus, on the way to work, sitting waiting, in coffee shops, on bed before dreaming Thai in your sleep. - Ruby text places the reading above the Thai characters, just like in manga and anime readings (and quietly helps you learn Thai). - Synchronise your progress across devices, if you want to learn Thai on your iPhone and iPad. Both apps will be synced to the ScribeThai app. - Example usage sentences and common Thai phrases for the most popular Thai words. - Most users who have gone through the entire first level unequivocally say that Scribe Thai is currently the fastest way to learn Thai language, both listening and reading skills. Optional Subscription: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, & identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user & auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Terms & conditions: https://scribeorigins.com/disclaimer.html Privacy policy: https://scribeorigins.com/privacy.html
I can read Thai
Learn the Thai alphabet, vowels, and tones with daily practice and flashcards. Master pronunciation and recognize Thai script using common fonts. Become proficient in reading Thai quickly and easily.
- Learn Thai alphabet and vowels
- Master Thai tones
- Daily practice and testing
- Flashcard reference material
- Recognize Thai script with common fonts
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"I can read Thai" provides reference material and flashcards that you can use for a few minutes every day to learn the Thai alphabet and vowels and master the tones. Everything you need to be able to correctly pronounce any Thai words you see can be learned by using this app. Simply use the app for a few minutes a day to practice and test yourself, and you'll be reading Thai in no time. You can even pick from a large selection of common fonts to help with recognition of real Thai writing in the real world.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: I can read Thai at none against Scribe Thai's 2. Scribe Thai's advantage is review sentiment (83% vs 67%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Scribe Thai sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. I can read Thai asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Scribe Thai against 5.0 for I can read Thai. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 3 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of Scribe Thai's written reviews are positive against 67% of I can read Thai's.
Scribe Thai ships an update every 3 weeks, I can read Thai every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Scribe Thai | I can read Thai |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews — better | 66.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 92 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Guiix Pty Ltd | Dana Reese |
Customer experience
Scribe Thai
I can read Thai
In-app purchases
Scribe Thai
- Unlock All$1.491 Month
- Unlock Everything$12.99
I can read Thai
No in-app purchases
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