Doodle Patterns vs Classical Root Dictionary
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Doodle Patterns
This app provides a portable library of 100 tangle patterns with step-by-step drawing instructions. It offers inspiration for new designs and a gallery to view and share user creations. Focus your mind and relax with these simple, repetitive designs.
- 100 step-by-step tangle patterns
- Pattern gallery
- Share your drawings
- Inspiration for doodlers
- Mindful drawing exercises
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A quick reference guide for doodlers. Includes 100 tangle patterns with step-by-step instructions for drawing them. Whether you're looking for inspiration or want to learn something new this app means you'll always have a library of patterns in your pocket. Browse the gallery to see what others have created with the patterns and then share your own finished drawings. Take it easy and focus your mind as you doodle with these simple repetitive designs. Pattern Packs 1-4 (available via in-app purchase) are now available, with 50 new doodle patterns in each! The latest Pack 4 was added in July 2017.
Classical Root Dictionary
Explore over 2500 classical roots with their meanings, derived words, and phrases. This comprehensive dictionary offers advanced search, custom lists, and daily learning prompts for both roots and derived words. Engage with quizzes and flashcards to deepen your understanding.
- Over 2500 classical roots
- Derived words and phrases
- Advanced search functionality
- Customizable lists
- Daily learning prompts
- Multiple choice quizzes
- Flashcard learning
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This dictionary contains a comprehensive list of over 2500 classical roots (Greek and Latin) and their derived words and phrases. If you are looking for a complete list of classical roots and derived words and phrases, this is the app that you want. CLASSICAL ROOTS • Over 2500 classical roots • Meaning, derived words and phrases • Advanced search: search by root or meaning • Bookmark • Notes: write note for each entry • Lists: Create custom lists • Learn 5 roots daily WORDS • Over 65000 words and phrases originated from classical roots • Meaning, roots • Advanced search: search by word or meaning • Bookmark • Translation a word into your language • Notes: write note for each entry • Lists: Create custom lists • Learn 5 words daily UNITS • 86 units • Learn with multiple choice quizzes • Learn with flashcards
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Classical Root Dictionary at none against Doodle Patterns's 5. Classical Root Dictionary also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 77%). Doodle Patterns's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 49 months) and chart position (#169 vs unranked). On price, ads 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
Doodle Patterns costs $2.99 and Classical Root Dictionary $2.99 up front. Doodle Patterns sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Classical Root Dictionary asks for nothing beyond the download.
Doodle Patterns ships an update monthly, Classical Root Dictionary every 49 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Doodle Patterns | Classical Root Dictionary |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | $2.99 |
| Rating | 4.1 (35 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 77.4% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 35 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 49 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #169 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 7.1 — better | 11.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 110 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lightwood Consultancy Ltd | Trang Hoai |
Customer experience
Doodle Patterns
Classical Root Dictionary
Bugs and requests
Doodle Patterns
Reported bugs
7 issues- App crashes frequently after purchases
- Cannot open app or access purchased packs on iPad
- Filter removal doesn't work properly
- Scrolling through designs is glitchy
- Navigation buttons overlap and obstruct controls
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- Billing issues with duplicate charges
- Inconsistent in-app purchase functionality
Requested features
10 requests- Add ability to draw within the app
- Include pattern names for easier identification
- Implement dark mode option
- Add more patterns and regular content updates
- Allow users to add custom patterns via photos
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- Improve scrolling performance
- Add shading instructions as final step
- Better organization of free vs. paid content
- Clearer labeling of which patterns are included
- Pause functionality for video tutorials
Classical Root Dictionary
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Doodle Patterns
- Featured Artist Donation$0.99
- Patterns Pack 1$1.99
- Patterns Pack 2$1.99
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- Patterns Pack 3$1.99
- Patterns Pack 4$1.99
Classical Root Dictionary
No in-app purchases
