Comparison

Technical Dictionary DE vs Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus

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

Head to head
About

Technical Dictionary DE

Features
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This new revised and expanded edition is the result of an impressive project undertaken by Edigeo involving numerous professional figures as well as compilers and lexicographers. In addition to the terminology of classic branches of learning, such as mechanics, chemistry and physics, there are also terms. The app confirms the unanimously recognized characteristics of this kind of new generation reference tools published by Hoepli: quality and modernity of the contents associated with a wide selection of entries accompanied by numerous examples of use and a wide and accurate choice of locutions. The app's interface has been redesigned to provide a simpler and more intuitive experience. You can swipe the definitions to the right to return to the search results and improve the readability by pinching the text with two fingers to zoom in and out. In addition, you can tap on any word within the definitions and look it up directly in the dictionary without having to type it into the search box. A main menu that can be activated via an icon available at the top right of the screen enables all the features of the app: • Index search: displays in alphabetical order the headwords that match the characters typed in the search box • Advanced search: lets you search for headwords, in the phraseology, and in full text • Settings: allows you to choose the font size of the definitions and the language of the interface • History: keeps a record of the searches performed • Abbreviations: displays a table with an explanation of the abbreviations used within the definitions • Feedback: use it to provide suggestions, and notify errors, missing entries or other comments • Our apps: displays an updated and detailed catalog of our offer • Privacy and Credits: view legal notices about the app Features • Compatible with iOS 13.x and later versions • Check for updates online and use of the dictionary offline • User interface in Italian, German, and English • 250.000 headwords and definitions • 116 search categories • Systematic information regarding the sectors terms are used in • Wide repertoire of phraseology • Clear graphic presentation and easy consultation • Sharing the definitions using the features available in the device, such as social media, e-mail, SMS, etc. For any suggestions, feedback, and other information about our products, please contact us at apps@edigeo.it Follow us on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/edigeosrl

About

Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus

Access multiple German dictionaries and a thesaurus from trusted sources, with offline capabilities. Features include verb conjugations, audio pronunciations, advanced search, and bookmarking. Share words easily via email, text, or social media.

Highlights
  • Multiple German dictionaries
  • Thesaurus
  • Offline mode
  • Verb conjugations
  • Audio pronunciations
  • Bookmarking
  • Advanced search
Features
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Durchsuche mehrere deutsche Wörterbücher und einen Thesaurus, alles aus den zuverlässigsten Quellen. Zusätzlich auch im offline Modus. * Über 96.000 deutsche Definitionen * Tausende Wörter auch im Offline Wörterbuch verfügbar * Zeige Verb-Konjugationen an * Spiele Tonaufnahmen mit der richtigen Aussprache von Wörtern ab * Erstelle beliebig viele Lesezeichen * Nutze erweiterte Suchfunktionen * Teile deine Lieblingswörter per Mail, Textnachricht oder in sozialen Netzwerken Wie ist das alles möglich? Farlex ist der Marktführer bei Online Referenzprodukten. Wir arbeiten mit den besten Verlagen zusammen, um die vertrauenswürdigsten Inhalte in der umfangreichsten, zuverlässigsten app im Store zusammenzubringen. Das Flaggschiff unserer Apps ist The Free Dictionary (TFD), entwickelt von TheFreeDictionary.com.

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Technical Dictionary DE4 screens
Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus at Free against Technical Dictionary DE's $17.99. Technical Dictionary DE's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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

Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus is free to download; Technical Dictionary DE costs $17.99 up front. Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Technical Dictionary DE asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Technical Dictionary DE versus Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTechnical Dictionary DEDeutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus
Price$17.99Free — better
Rating—4.8 (774 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—92.8% of reviews
Number of ratings—774 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 11 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB70 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEdigeo S.r.l.Farlex, Inc.

In-app purchases

None

Technical Dictionary DE

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus

One-time1
  • Ad-free upgrade$4.99

Questions

Is Technical Dictionary DE free?
Technical Dictionary DE costs $17.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus free?
Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Technical Dictionary DE or Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus have ads?
Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus shows ads; Technical Dictionary DE does not.
Which is updated more often, Technical Dictionary DE or Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus?
Technical Dictionary DE ships an update every 11 months, and Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus every 11 months. Most recently, Technical Dictionary DE was updated on October 29, 2026 and Deutsch Wörterbuch & Thesaurus on November 1, 2026.

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