249+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
1st Grade Reading & Phonics is the household name in 1st grade reading, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.6★ (606) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.8★ (70K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.3★ (2.5K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Jun 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.4★ (51K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.8★ (133K) | No | No | Nov 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.1★ (22) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.9★ (14) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 |
This app offers a comprehensive reading experience for first graders, featuring a vast library of stories, science topics, folktales, and social-emotional learning. It uses interactive activities and engaging visuals to make learning fun and accessible, even offline.
This educational app helps young children aged 2-7 learn essential sight words through six engaging games. Developed with educational specialists, it covers the Dolch list and common nouns, preparing preschoolers and early elementary students for reading success.
This app helps children from Kindergarten to Grade 5 master English Language Arts skills through engaging, game-based activities. It covers phonics, sight words, spelling, grammar, and comprehension, fostering reading fluency and writing confidence.
