Comparison

拓词 vs 万词王

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

Head to head
About

拓词

This app helps children truly master English vocabulary by addressing spelling, listening, and speaking. It uses a unique 'deliberate learning + natural acquisition' model, supported by linguistics and brain science, to build a strong foundation for language proficiency.

Highlights
  • Deliberate learning + natural acquisition model
  • Scientifically graded vocabulary system for students
  • Phonics training for listening, speaking, and spelling
  • Sentence training for context and comprehension
  • Definition training for advanced English thinking
  • Extensive vocabulary library (textbooks, exams, custom)
  • One-on-one teacher guidance
Features
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Towords — Help Your Child Truly Remember Words Towords solves the real challenges of word learning — spelling, listening, speaking — so kids build a rock-solid command of English vocabulary. Founded in 2010, Towords is China's original vocabulary app and an official App Store recommendation. Grounded in linguistics, psychology, and brain science, we pioneered the "Deliberate Acquisition Model" — deliberate practice plus natural immersion. Our graded K-12 word system lets kids progress well beyond textbooks, at their own pace. A rich reward system — scholarships, badges, study buddies, snail shells — keeps kids motivated and eager to learn. No nagging. Every child also gets a dedicated teacher for one-on-one guidance, focused on one goal: making words stick. Our promise: if it doesn't work, cancel anytime for a full refund. Words Aren't Meant to Be Rote-Memorized English is a living language, not a static subject. Fluency comes from a continuous loop of input, reflection, and output — until understanding and expression click. Rote memorization is the hard path few finish. Deliberate acquisition is the smooth highway: sound method plus consistent effort. Graded Word System for K-12 Just 15 minutes a day adds up remarkably. Start in Grade 3, stay consistent, and by high school your child will have a 10,000+ word vocabulary — well beyond Chinese exam requirements, on par with TOEFL 90+ or IELTS 6.5. Level 1 — Starting Out: Current semester textbook words. Phonics + examples. 0–100 words. Level 2 — Taking the Lead: K-12 national curriculum (A1). Phonics + examples. 100–1,500 words. Level 3 — Switching Lanes: Core KET vocabulary (A2). Phonics + examples. 1,500–2,000 words. Level 4 — Leap Forward: Core PET vocabulary (B1). Phonics phases out; training shifts to definition-based learning — start thinking in English, enter the native-like "learning English through English" state. Level 5 and beyond… Explore the full curriculum in the app. Phonics Training Core training in Levels 1–3. Through listen → repeat → spell → verify, kids build phonics skills that unlock reading and spelling independently. Once phonics clicks, they can spell a new word from hearing it, or read it aloud from seeing it. Example Sentence Training Supporting training in Levels 1–3. Sentences give words real context. Kids deepen their understanding while building listening and speaking foundations — with direct gains on reading and comprehension exams. Definition-Based Training Starting at Level 4 (PET), this becomes the core. Kids read and listen to English definitions, internalize meaning, recall the word, then spell it out. It's our most powerful training — a pivotal leap into native-like English thinking. …More inside the app. Massive Word Library Textbook words: Virtually every elementary, middle, high, and international school textbook. Exam words: Starters, Cambridge Main Suite, TOEFL Junior, Linguaskill, TOEFL, IELTS — virtually every major exam. Custom word lists: Build your own books tailored to your child's needs. Trusted, Authorized Content Every definition and example comes from the officially licensed Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner's Dictionary — professionally sourced and reliable. Get in Touch WeChat: tuoci888 WeChat Official Account: 拓词 APP 官方公众号 Email: public@towords.com Auto-renewal: https://api.towords.com/towords/active/month_service

About

万词王

This app helps you learn English vocabulary through pronunciation, real-life examples, and diverse practice modes. It offers a vast library of wordbooks, detailed definitions, and features to improve speaking and memorization skills.

Highlights
  • Real-person pronunciation guidance
  • Extensive wordbook library
  • Detailed word definitions with etymology
  • Multiple vocabulary and pronunciation training modes
  • Smart pronunciation scoring and correction
  • Interactive speaking practice with scenarios
  • Adaptive reading difficulty adjustment
Features
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●国家新闻出版署2023年数字出版精品遴选计划应用 ●AppStore 首页推荐应用 ●苹果线下专卖店体验机推荐应用 万词王(曾用名完美万词王),万词王真人实景背单词,学好英语,从读准每个单词发音开始。 【真人拆音节领读单词】 -真人3遍口型领读单词,反复大声朗读,读准每个单词发音 -剑桥语言学者严选例句,在场景中理解每个单词 【400+词书,你需要的这都有】 四六级/考研/托福/雅思/专四/专八/医学/计算机/... 四六级/考研等真题词组及各类话题词书 【单词释义全方位解读】 -正版柯林斯英汉双解词典,词源故事|视频|图片|谐音|搞笑|助记应有尽有 -3000+词根词缀带你串记上万单词,涵盖近十年四六级真题 【多种训练模式,记单词、练发音】 -看中选英/看英选中/听音辨义/拼写题/看英文释义选英/跟读单词/跟读句子 -真人纠音(单词、例句智能评分并帮你纠正发音)、随身听(支持单词拼读) 【精炼速记卡】 -简化词义卡:精选核心知识,重点记忆效率更高 -考义突出:真题考过的释义标粗展示,按考频高低排序,重点记考义,备考减压力 -例句精准:单词释义与例句一一对应,理解常用语境,还可进行跟读打分 【创新功能,爱不释手】 - 快速刷词,考前临阵磨枪速刷神器 -变级阅读,个性化调整文章难度,符合各个基础的学习者 【趣味练口语,魅力配音秀】 -趣味原创情景剧练口语,还原真实场景对话 -练完口语可完成配音秀,凸显自己的声音魅力 共同进步,一起成为【万词王】 联系我们: 【微信公众号】:万词王 【新浪微博】:@万词王官方 【应用内】:万词王APP--「我的」--「帮助与反馈」.

Screenshots

拓词4 screens
万词王4 screens

Verdict

The call

拓词 and 万词王 both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 84% of 万词王's written reviews are positive against 53% of 拓词's. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. 拓词 sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and 万词王 sells 26 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for 拓词 against 4.7 for 万词王. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 484 and 314 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 53% of 拓词's written reviews are positive against 84% of 万词王's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

拓词 ships an update every 11 days, 万词王 every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
拓词 versus 万词王: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter拓词万词王
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (484 ratings)4.7 (314 ratings) — better
Positive reviews53.5% of reviews83.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings484 — better314
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013
Further details — not scored
Size316 MB318 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBeijing Towords Intelligence Technology Co., Ltd.完美语言(北京)科技有限公司

Customer experience

拓词

All ratings484 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral1.2%
Negative7.2%
Written reviews159 reviews
Positive53.5%
Neutral5.0%
Negative41.5%

万词王

All ratings314 ratings
Positive92.4%
Neutral1.9%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews140 reviews
Positive83.6%
Neutral3.6%
Negative12.9%

User reviews

拓词

From 484 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Helpful for learning English
  • 🚀 Efficient for vocabulary building
  • 💡 Interesting learning methods
  • 👍 Good for exam preparation

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy performance issues
  • 💰 Overly aggressive monetization
  • 🤔 Confusing user interface
  • 🤬 Poor customer support

万词王

From 314 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Efficient learning experience
  • 👍 Engaging real-person videos
  • 🎓 Comprehensive vocabulary coverage
  • ⭐ Helpful for improving language skills
  • 🤩 Enjoyable and motivating app

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 🔒 Concerns about excessive ads and paywall
  • 🤔 Preference for natural voice recordings over AI
  • 💰 Complaints about high subscription costs

Bugs and requests

拓词

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent app crashes
  • Unreliable sync between devices
  • Inaccurate word pronunciations
  • Inconsistent user data handling

Requested features

4 requests
  • Customizable learning modes
  • Offline access to content
  • Improved progress tracking
  • Better integration with other apps

万词王

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login issues and account syncing problems
  • Freezing and crashing during usage
  • Compatibility problems on older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more language options
  • Improve syncing across devices
  • Provide more customization options
  • Enhance review and practice features

In-app purchases

18 purchases

拓词

Subscriptions11
  • 连续包月跟读打分1 Month trial$2.991 Month
  • 连续包月考研真题例句1 Month trial$2.991 Month
  • 连续包月小学趣味例句1 Month trial$2.991 Month
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  • 连续包月基础会员$3.991 Month
  • 连续包季考研真题例句$9.493 Months
  • 连续包季小学趣味例句$9.493 Months
  • 连续包半年考研真题例句$11.996 Months
  • 连续包半年小学趣味例句$11.996 Months
  • 连续包月高级会员$13.991 Month
  • 连续包年考研真题例句$14.991 Year
  • 连续包年小学趣味例句$14.991 Year
One-time7
  • 1个月PLUS会员$4.99
  • 3个月PLUS会员$12.99
  • 6个月PLUS会员$20.99
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  • 1个月拓词会员$24.99
  • 1年PLUS会员$35.99
  • 3个月PLUS大会员$41.99
  • 1年拓词会员$249.99
26 purchases

万词王

One-time26
  • 不用背的新概念一册Free
  • vip月会员-员工专供Free
  • 小学100主题词-家庭生活$0.99
Show 23 more
  • 小学100主题词-校园生活$0.99
  • 福建中考核心词$2.99
  • 甘肃中考核心词$2.99
  • VIP月会员$4.99
  • 厨房设施词书$5.99
  • 职场工作词书$5.99
  • 医护英语METS一级词书$5.99
  • 雅思真题16Test1听力词组$5.99
  • 云南中考核心词$5.99
  • 天津中考核心词$5.99
  • 新概念英语1(教材同步)$5.99
  • KET官方话题词汇$5.99
  • 影迷必备$5.99
  • 牛津阅读树 Level 1$5.99
  • 2024年12月四级预测词单$5.99
  • 托福听力必备词汇$5.99
  • 年会员$29.99
  • 口语课-高级$69.99
  • 季度畅学卡$69.99
  • 年畅学组合$149.99
  • VIP终身会员-活动$299.99
  • VIP终身会员-298$299.99
  • 终身会员$299.99

Questions

Is 拓词 free?
拓词 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 万词王 free?
万词王 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 拓词 or 万词王?
万词王 is rated higher. 拓词 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 484 ratings, while 万词王 averages 4.7 from 314 ratings.
Do 拓词 or 万词王 have ads?
Neither 拓词 nor 万词王 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 拓词 or 万词王?
拓词 ships an update every 11 days, and 万词王 every 2 weeks. Most recently, 拓词 was updated on October 20, 2026 and 万词王 on October 13, 2026.

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