Best Deaf Apps

194+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

Whether you're new to deaf or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 194+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Deaf Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1The Daily MothThe Daily MothFree4.8★ (144)NoYesJul 2026
2Lingvano - Learn Sign LanguageLingvano - Learn Sign LanguageFree4.9★ (111K)YesYesJul 2026
3Live TranscribeLive TranscribeFree4.6★ (7.2K)YesYesJul 2026
4Deaf Transcribe:Speech to TextDeaf Transcribe:Speech to TextFree4.4★ (164)NoYesJul 2026
5BuzzStickersBuzzStickersFree4.4★ (207)NoNoJul 2026
6ntouch®ntouch®Free4.1★ (488)YesNoJul 2026
7Hand Talk: Learn Sign LanguageHand Talk: Learn Sign LanguageFree was $9.994.1★ (827)YesYesJul 2026
8Spread the Sign ASL DictionarySpread the Sign ASL DictionaryFree3.6★ (56)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Deaf

The Daily Moth#1

The Daily Moth by Daily Moth, Inc.

News in Sign Language
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.8(144 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Access daily news and entertainment videos presented in American Sign Language. Engage with polls, read related articles, and connect with a vibrant community. This platform offers a unique way to stay informed and entertained.

Lingvano - Learn Sign Language#2

Lingvano - Learn Sign Language by Lingvano GmbH

Beginner-friendly ASL lessons
Strong Contender
📚 Education
4.9😊(111K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#25in Education
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Learn American Sign Language with bite-sized video lessons from Deaf teachers. Practice vocabulary, grammar, and conversations with interactive tools and earn rewards. Become conversational in just 10 minutes a day.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to learn
  • 👍 Engaging lessons
  • 👍 Clear sign demonstrations
  • 👍 Helpful for communicating with deaf/hard of hearing

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔒 Limited free content
  • 🐛 Video/picture issues
Live Transcribe#3

Live Transcribe by Mighty Fine Apps LLC

Deaf Voice Dictation to Text
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.6😊(7.2K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#76in Utilities
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This app provides real-time speech-to-text transcription for d/Deaf and hard of hearing individuals. It supports over 145 languages and offers features like adjustable text size, dark mode, and the ability to save and share transcripts, making conversations more accessible.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate transcription
  • 💡 Helpful for hard of hearing
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Great for doctor's appointments

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔒 Limited free trial
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance

More Deaf apps to explore

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Deaf Transcribe:Speech to Text
Deaf Transcribe:Speech to Text
Deaf Transcribe:Speech to Text
Dictation,Record,Live Caption
Free

This app instantly converts spoken words into text, aiding individuals with hearing impairments in following conversations. It offers real-time transcription, recording, and captioning in 71 languages with customizable options for an enhanced user experience.

Real-time audio to text conversionHigh accuracy speech recognitionUser-friendly interface
🏥 Medical
(164)
subscription
5
BuzzStickers
BuzzStickers
BuzzStickers
by Sorenson Communications
Free

Enhance your text messages with animated ASL-inspired stickers. Express yourself with a variety of signs and expressions, making communication fun for everyone, both within and outside the Deaf community.

Animated ASL-inspired stickersSend with text messagesExpressive signs and gestures
💌 Stickers
(207)
free
6
ntouch®
ntouch®
ntouch®
by Sorenson Communications, Inc.
Free

Experience high-quality video relay services on your mobile device. Connect with passionate interpreters for seamless communication, anytime and anywhere. Includes a feature to enhance visibility for all participants on calls.

Mobile video relay experiencePassionate interpretersSorenson Wavello feature
🌐 Social Networking
(488)
ad-supported
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Hand Talk: Learn Sign Language
Hand Talk: Learn Sign Language
Hand Talk: Learn Sign Language
Translate and learn ASL
Free
$9.99 | 100% OFF

Learn and practice American, Brazilian, and British Sign Language with virtual translators. Translate text or voice into signs, access a dictionary of thousands of signs, and practice through interactive characters. Offers offline access and customizable features.

Text and voice translation to sign languageLearn ASL, Libras, and BSLVirtual translators Hugo and Maya
📚 Education
(827)
free with in-app purchases
8
Spread the Sign ASL Dictionary
Spread the Sign ASL Dictionary
Spread the Sign ASL Dictionary
The Sign Language Dictionary
Free

Access the world's largest sign language dictionary, featuring over 300,000 signs. New content is added annually, expanding the library of languages, words, and signs.

Largest sign language dictionaryOver 300,000 signsNew content added yearly
🔍 Reference
(56)
free with in-app purchases
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Convo Now
Convo Now
Convo Now
On-Demand ASL Interpreting
Free

This app provides on-demand interpreting services for in-person conversations. It aims to facilitate communication by connecting users with interpreters when and where they need them.

On-demand interpretingIn-person conversation supportFacilitates communication
💼 Business
(68)
free
10
Rylo: Live Call Captioning
Rylo: Live Call Captioning
Rylo: Live Call Captioning
Call Captioning for Deaf/HoH
Free

This app provides real-time call captioning for phone conversations, making them accessible for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. It also offers live transcription for in-person meetings and supports multiple languages, with a focus on user privacy and community input.

Real-time call captioningLive in-person conversation transcriptionKeep existing phone number
🔧 Utilities
(3K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Deaf Church Where
Deaf Church Where
Deaf Church Where
Explore Deaf Churches Near You
Free

Discover churches offering Deaf-led or sign language interpreted services. Connect with Deaf ministries globally, find community, and deepen your spiritual journey. This visual platform allows users to search for and add Deaf ministries worldwide.

Search for Deaf-led servicesFind sign language interpreted servicesDiscover Deaf Bible studies
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
free
12
Live Transcribe +
Live Transcribe +
Live Transcribe +
Dictation & Speech to Text
Free

This app provides real-time speech-to-text transcription and live captioning. It uses AI to convert spoken words into readable text, making communication accessible for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals, students, and professionals. Features include offline transcription, dictation, and exportable text.

Real-time transcriptionLive captioningOffline transcription
🔧 Utilities
(616)
freemium
13
SignSchool
SignSchool
SignSchool
Learn American Sign Language
Free

Learn American Sign Language at your own pace with this app. It offers a dictionary of thousands of signs, categorized lessons, and a slow-motion feature for detailed viewing. Practice your skills with a daily sign and a fingerspelling game.

ASL dictionary with thousands of signsCategorized sign lessonsSlow-motion sign playback
📚 Education
(104)
free
14
Captify: Live Caption Deaf+HoH
Captify: Live Caption Deaf+HoH
Captify: Live Caption Deaf+HoH
Transcribe Speech/Voice - Text
Free

This application uses advanced AI and your device's microphone to convert spoken words into text in real-time. It offers support for over 100 languages and functions entirely offline, ensuring your conversations remain private. Transcription speed varies by device, with newer models offering faster performance.

Real-time speech transcriptionSupports over 100 languagesOffline functionality
🏥 Medical
(8)
free
15
ASL Sign Language Pocket Sign
ASL Sign Language Pocket Sign
ASL Sign Language Pocket Sign
Video ASL lessons learn fast!
Free

Master American Sign Language with interactive video lessons. Learn the alphabet, common phrases, and baby sign language through engaging questions and a comprehensive dictionary. Connect with your community and expand your communication skills.

Hundreds of interactive video lessonsLearn to sign and translateSign language alphabet
📚 Education
(33K)
free with in-app purchases
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Deaf Bible
Deaf Bible
Deaf Bible
Sign Language Bible
Free

Access the Bible in various sign language translations through an interactive video interface. This app provides a complete Bible experience in native sign language, making scripture accessible and shareable for the Deaf community.

Sign language Bible translationsInteractive video interfaceSkilled signers in sharp video
📚 Books
(1.7K)
free
17
BeAware Deaf Assistant
BeAware Deaf Assistant
BeAware Deaf Assistant
Voice Text Transcription Alert
Free

This app offers advanced communication tools for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. It features real-time voice-to-text transcription, customizable alerts for loud noises, and a unique text-to-speech function for phone calls. It also includes a notepad with preset phrases and an emoji board for easier communication.

Real-time voice-to-text transcriptionCustomizable noise and alert notificationsText-to-speech for phone calls
🏥 Medical
(192)
free
18
Deaf Gain What
Deaf Gain What
Deaf Gain What
by Gallaudet University
Free

This interactive storybook app introduces families to the concept of Deaf Gain through a charming bilingual narrative. It features ASL storytelling, English text, and a glossary of over 100 ASL words, designed to enhance literacy skills in young children.

Original ASL and English storyAccessible child-friendly navigationInteractive vocabulary translation
📚 Books
(1)
free
19
Ava: Transcribe Voice to Text
Ava: Transcribe Voice to Text
Ava: Transcribe Voice to Text
Live captions & transcriptions
Free

This app provides real-time voice-to-text transcription and live captioning to enhance accessibility for individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing. It supports various environments like classrooms and meetings, offering AI-powered accuracy and a text-to-speech feature for communication.

Live voice-to-text transcriptionReal-time color-coded captionsAI-powered speech-to-text
🌐 Social Networking
(4K)
free with in-app purchases
20
ASL Bloom - Sign Language
ASL Bloom - Sign Language
ASL Bloom - Sign Language
Learn, Grammar & Dictionary
Free

Master American Sign Language with a comprehensive curriculum featuring over 120 video lessons and 1300 signs. Engage with interactive tools, grammar insights, and AI-driven learning to build confidence and fluency.

Comprehensive curriculum with 120+ video lessonsInteractive and gamified learning toolsDetailed video demonstrations of signs
📚 Education
(32K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Deaf

What are the best deaf apps for iPhone?
The Daily Moth tops our deaf apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 144 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top deaf apps we rank are free to download, including The Daily Moth and Lingvano - Learn Sign Language.
The Daily Moth has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 194+ deaf apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The Daily Moth provides daily news videos in American Sign Language, covering top stories, deaf news, and deaf humor. It also includes additional features like polls, links to deaf-related articles, and live chats.
The app allows you to connect with others in the deaf community through live chats and by participating in polls. You can also engage with content and share your thoughts.

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