Comparison

Webster's Writer's Dictionary vs 1828 Dictionary

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

Head to head
About

Webster's Writer's Dictionary

This app offers a unique dictionary experience for both readers and writers. It provides concise definitions for specialized words and also explores the nuances of common words with delightful and imaginative prose. Discover new connections and spark your creativity through classic examples and a serendipitous browsing experience.

Highlights
  • Concise definitions for specialized words
  • In-depth exploration of common words
  • Imaginative and delightful prose
  • Classic examples of usage
  • Serendipitous word discovery
  • Fast search and browsing
Currently charting
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Sure, it's "just" a dictionary app... As a reader, you can use it like you would normally use a dictionary, to look up specialized or unusual words, and you'll get what you expect: a concise definition to get you back to reading. But... here's the great part. As a writer, you can also use it to look up words you already know. Or think you do! And you should, because this is Mr. Webster's actual and original dictionary. The real deal. The magic is in the definitions for commonplace words. Just take a look at the screenshots! This is good stuff. It will delight and amuse. It may even kindle your imagination. The author's personality shines through in colorful prose that's packed with classic examples of usage. And! Remember paging through a big hardcover dictionary looking for a word only to get sidetracked exploring other words you'd stumble across? Oh-hoh! If I may bend your ear a moment longer... The usual way to do search is to show only results that match what has been typed so far. And normally that's perfect: don't show you anything you don't need to see, right? But if I did it that way, how can you get sidetracked? So I went a different direction. All of the words are in a giant list. You can scroll it or jump to a letter. And as you search, it scrolls to the first match. It's fast and you can find what you want quickly, but it still leaves room for serendipity. Get it and get writing!

About

1828 Dictionary

Access Noah Webster's classic dictionary with a modern interface. Features quick searches, word favorites, daily top words, and a home screen widget. This ad-free app works offline and is continuously updated.

Highlights
  • Offline access
  • Ad-free experience
  • Speedy search
  • Favorite words
  • Daily top words
  • Home screen widget
Features
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Explore history with the 1828 Dictionary app, a modern take on Noah Webster's classic. Enjoy quick searches, favorite words, report issues, and discover daily top words. More features are on the way! ++ HIGHLIGHTS ++ - Clean and modern design - Performant app without Ads - No Internet Connection Required - Super Easy and Intuitive Navigation - Speedy Search Feature - Favorites Feature to save certain words - Top 3 Words of the Day feature - Constant Updates to bring you more up-to-date content - Home Screen Widget to Explore new words anytime, anywhere ++ DON'T BE A STRANGER ++ We have some exciting features coming soon, but you can always email suggestions or write a review for the app. Don't forget to share this app with a friend, because your support will make this app incredible. Contact us: developer@apps4world.com ++ WE CARE ABOUT YOUR PRIVACY ++ Privacy Policy: https://apps4world.com/privacy-policy-apps.html Terms & Conditions: https://apps4world.com/terms-and-conditions-apps.html

Screenshots

Webster's Writer's Dictionary3 screens
1828 Dictionary4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: 1828 Dictionary at monthly against Webster's Writer's Dictionary's every 30 months. 1828 Dictionary also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and chart position (#19 vs #199). Webster's Writer's Dictionary's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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

Webster's Writer's Dictionary costs $1.99 and 1828 Dictionary $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

1828 Dictionary holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 85 and 199 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Webster's Writer's Dictionary's written reviews are positive against 83% of 1828 Dictionary's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Webster's Writer's Dictionary ships an update every 30 months, 1828 Dictionary monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Webster's Writer's Dictionary versus 1828 Dictionary: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWebster's Writer's Dictionary1828 Dictionary
Price$1.99$1.99
Rating4.4 (85 ratings)4.8 (199 ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.4% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings85199 — better
Update frequencyEvery 30 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#199#19 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperParks Digital LLCApps4World

Customer experience

Webster's Writer's Dictionary

All ratings82 ratings
Positive84.1%
Neutral2.4%
Negative13.4%
Written reviews43 reviews
Positive81.4%
Neutral2.3%
Negative16.3%

1828 Dictionary

All ratings197 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral0.5%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

Bugs and requests

Webster's Writer's Dictionary

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Graphical glitches
  • Headings go over page edge on smaller screens
  • Widget cuts off definitions

Requested features

8 requests
  • Glossary or 'how to read' section for etymology codes
  • Linking words within definitions
  • Dark mode
  • Ability to make app default dictionary
  • Widget resizing to show more definition
Show 3 more
  • Pronunciation audio playback
  • Add 'Parts of Speech'
  • Offline sound for words

1828 Dictionary

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Webster's Writer's Dictionary

No in-app purchases

None

1828 Dictionary

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Webster's Writer's Dictionary free?
Webster's Writer's Dictionary costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is 1828 Dictionary free?
1828 Dictionary costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Webster's Writer's Dictionary or 1828 Dictionary?
1828 Dictionary is rated higher. Webster's Writer's Dictionary averages 4.4 out of 5 from 85 ratings, while 1828 Dictionary averages 4.8 from 199 ratings.
Do Webster's Writer's Dictionary or 1828 Dictionary have ads?
Neither Webster's Writer's Dictionary nor 1828 Dictionary shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Webster's Writer's Dictionary or 1828 Dictionary?
Webster's Writer's Dictionary ships an update every 30 months, and 1828 Dictionary monthly. Most recently, Webster's Writer's Dictionary was updated on October 26, 2026 and 1828 Dictionary on October 30, 2026.
Which is more popular, Webster's Writer's Dictionary or 1828 Dictionary?
Webster's Writer's Dictionary currently peaks at #199 in the App Store charts, and 1828 Dictionary at #19. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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