# Drops vs Words

The clearest difference is ads: Words at none against Drops's shown. Words also leads on iOS requirement (12.4 vs 17.6). Drops's advantage is ratings volume (72K vs 47) and review sentiment (75% vs 50%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Drops sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Words sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Drops against 4.6 for Words. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Drops has 72K ratings behind it against 47, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Drops's written reviews are positive against 50% of Words's.

Drops ships an update every 8 days, Words every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Drops | Words |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (72K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drops-language-learning-games/id939540371/reviews)** | [4.6 (47 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/words-language-flashcards/id1530034734/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **72K** | 47 |
| Positive reviews | **74.8% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 198 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **12.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PLANB LABS OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/527215806) | [Declan Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/932750266) |

## What reviewers say

### Drops

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drops-language-learning-games/id939540371)

Learn new languages through engaging games and visual aids. Practice vocabulary and common phrases in over 55 languages, from beginner to expert levels. Track progress, unlock achievements, and enjoy professionally curated lessons with native speaker pronunciations.

**Highlights:** Gamified vocabulary learning, Visual learning aids, 55+ language options, Progress tracking and rewards, Native speaker pronunciations, Customizable learning goals

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Genius for a month | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Curious for a month | $22.99 | per month |
| Holiday premium! | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium | $62.99 | per year |
| Premium | $69.99 | per year |
| All Language Learning Plans | $69.99 | per year |
| Premium | $79.99 | per year |
| Premium | $89.99 | per year |
| Premium | $99.99 | per year |
| Unlimited time for all Languages! | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Vocabulary learning
- 👍 Unique and engaging learning activities
- 👍 Wide range of languages
- 👍 Customizable learning experience
- 👍 Effective for building vocabulary

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate translations or pronunciations
- 🔒 Subscription model issues
- 👎 Limited to vocabulary, lacks grammar/sentence structure
- 👎 Repetitive and not enough variety in exercises

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and lost progress
- Crashes and performance problems

**Requested features**

- Add more grammar and sentence-level learning
- Improve accuracy of translations and pronunciations
- Provide more flexibility in time limits and review sessions
- Integrate more conversational practice
- Improve user interface and navigation


### Words

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/words-language-flashcards/id1530034734)

Master vocabulary in 14 languages with flashcards and interactive exercises. Features native speaker audio and a structured learning list to reinforce memorization. Ideal for on-the-go language learning.

**Highlights:** 14 languages supported, Thousands of words per language, Native speaker audio, Flashcard review, Multiple choice exercises, Spelling exercises, Listening exercises

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hebrew: 1 month subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Korean: 1 month subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Russian: 1 month subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Italian: 1 year subscription | $47.99 | per year |
| Hebrew: 1 year subscription | $47.99 | per year |
| Korean: 1 year subscription | $47.99 | per year |
| Ingles Lifetime Purchase | $4.99 | one-time |
| French Lifetime Purchase | $14.99 | one-time |
| Chinese Lifetime Purchase | $14.99 | one-time |
| German Lifetime Purchase | $14.99 | one-time |
| Hebrew Lifetime Purchase | $14.99 | one-time |
| Italian Lifetime Purchase | $14.99 | one-time |
| Russian Lifetime Purchase | $14.99 | one-time |
| Brazilian Lifetime Purchase | $14.99 | one-time |
| Korean Lifetime Purchase | $14.99 | one-time |
| Traditional Lifetime Purchase | $14.99 | one-time |
| Japanese Lifetime Purchase | $14.99 | one-time |
| Spanish Lifetime Purchase | $14.99 | one-time |
| Greek Lifetime Purchase | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Drops free?

Drops is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Words free?

Words is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Drops or Words?

Drops is rated higher. Drops averages 4.7 out of 5 from 72K ratings, while Words averages 4.6 from 47 ratings.

### Do Drops or Words have ads?

Drops shows ads; Words does not.

### Which is updated more often, Drops or Words?

Drops ships an update every 8 days, and Words every 2 weeks. Most recently, Drops was updated on October 27, 2026 and Words on October 24, 2026.

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