Comparison

Phonics Flashcards Premium vs DysCalculator

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

Head to head
About

Phonics Flashcards Premium

Master the 42 phonetic sounds of English with interactive flashcards. This tool offers native pronunciations in British, American, and Australian English, making phonics learning engaging for children and a valuable resource for educators.

Highlights
  • Based on Jolly Phonics system
  • 47 interactive phonics flashcards
  • British, Australian, or American English options
  • Accurate native pronunciations
  • Upper and lowercase character choices
  • Vibrant graphics and child-friendly interface
Features
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Explore the world of Jolly Phonics with Phonics Flashcards, available in native British, American, and Australian English. This educational tool focuses on mastering the 42 distinct phonetic sounds of the English language rather than the conventional alphabet. Phonics Flashcards is thoughtfully designed to familiarize children with the intricacies of English phonetics. These flashcards are perfect for educators looking to integrate them into their classroom activities or for parents who wish to instruct their children in various phonetic sounds. Features: • Based on the Jolly Phonics system, as published by Jolly Learning Ltd. • 47 interactive phonics flashcards covering all 42 jolly phonics sounds. • Options for British, Australian, or American English with accurate native pronunciations. • Includes an additional phonics group next to the original 7 Jolly Phonics groups. • Choose between upper and lowercase characters. • Vibrant graphics and a user-friendly interface tailored for children. • Optimized for devices running iOS 12.0 or higher.

About

DysCalculator

Features
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DysCalculator is designed for people with dyscalculia and related learning differences. It reflects how these individuals perceive and work with numbers, using language, visual, and spatial cues to build number sense, confidence, and understanding. Developed from years of research into maths accessibility, DysCalculator simplifies numerical tasks by adapting to how users interact with numbers and technology. Key features: • Numbers arranged by magnitude (0 to 9) • Operators ordered by precedence (PEMDAS/BODMAS) • Natural-order input (e.g. 2 + 3 = for addition) • Visual step-by-step workings to explain calculation logic • Solve for unknowns (e.g. 3 + ? = 5) • Solve time calculations (e.g. elapsed time, differences) • Pictograms for time, fractions, and percentages • Tax and percentage calculators with preset values Customisable: • Personal greetings • Alternate key labels (e.g. “plus” or “and” for +) • OpenDyslexic font for dyslexic users • Irlen-style shading to improve legibility • Multiple languages, including te reo Māori and German • Read keys aloud • Different keyboard layouts and fixed decimal formats DysCalculator doesn’t just give answers – it helps everyone understand how maths works. Whether you're using it independently, in a classroom, or as a support tool, it’s built to make maths more accessible, intuitive, and less intimidating.

Screenshots

Phonics Flashcards Premium4 screens
DysCalculator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Phonics Flashcards Premium at $1.99 against DysCalculator's $9.00. Phonics Flashcards Premium also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.4). DysCalculator's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 9 months). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Phonics Flashcards Premium costs $1.99 and DysCalculator $9.00 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Phonics Flashcards Premium ships an update every 9 months, DysCalculator every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Phonics Flashcards Premium versus DysCalculator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhonics Flashcards PremiumDysCalculator
Price$1.99 — better$9.00
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBram Van DammeexplainIT NZ Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Phonics Flashcards Premium

No in-app purchases

None

DysCalculator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Phonics Flashcards Premium free?
Phonics Flashcards Premium costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is DysCalculator free?
DysCalculator costs $9.00, with no in-app purchases.
Do Phonics Flashcards Premium or DysCalculator have ads?
Neither Phonics Flashcards Premium nor DysCalculator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Phonics Flashcards Premium or DysCalculator?
Phonics Flashcards Premium ships an update every 9 months, and DysCalculator every 6 weeks. Most recently, Phonics Flashcards Premium was updated on October 15, 2026 and DysCalculator on October 25, 2026.

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