Best Esl Spelling Apps & Games

245+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating

19 free apps & games

Updated October 2026

The best esl spelling apps and games on iPhone average 3.8★ across 245+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated October 2026.

Compare top Esl Spelling Apps & Games (October 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Better Spelling for ESL	Free	—	No	Yes	Oct 2026
2	Spelling Study Helper	Free	3.0★ (95)	No	No	Oct 2026
3	Correct Spelling: English	Free	—	No	Yes	Oct 2026
4	English Spelling	Free	4.0★ (3)	Yes	No	Aug 2026
5	SpellWiz CEFR Spelling Mastery	Free	—	—	No	Jul 2026
6	SpellQuest Pro	Free	—	No	No	Jul 2026
7	Ultimate English Spelling Quiz	Free	2.7★ (3)	Yes	Yes	Aug 2026
8	Lispa: Listen & Spell English	Free	—	No	Yes	Oct 2026

Top Picks for Esl Spelling

#1

Better Spelling for ESL by Benjamin Kaiser

Learn English spelling by ear

Editor's Choice

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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#2

Spelling Study Helper by Cyborg Syndicate, LLC

Study your spelling list

Strong Contender

3.0(95 ratings)

Free

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This app helps elementary students practice their weekly spelling lists independently. It reads words aloud, keeps them covered, and tracks correct spellings, making solo study effective and engaging.

#3

Correct Spelling: English by Institut Dr. Ehrlich e.K.

Spelling Practice for English

Worth Considering

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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More Esl Spelling apps to explore

English Spelling

English Spelling

English Spelling

Improve your spelling

Enhance your English spelling skills with interactive games. Choose from multiple choice, typing challenges, or fill-in-the-blanks to practice and track your progress. Improve your vocabulary and accuracy through engaging gameplay.

Multiple Choice spelling testsTyping practice gamesMissing Letters word puzzles

SpellWiz CEFR Spelling Mastery

SpellWiz CEFR Spelling Mastery

SpellWiz CEFR Spelling Mastery

by Khorshed Alam

by Chunyong Wang

Ultimate English Spelling Quiz

Ultimate English Spelling Quiz

Ultimate English Spelling Quiz

How good are you at spelling?

Test your knowledge of English spelling with this quiz. It offers a fun way to improve your vocabulary and understand word irregularities. Challenge yourself with various spelling tasks and see how well you can perform.

Spelling challengesVocabulary improvementWord irregularity learning

free with in-app purchases

Lispa: Listen & Spell English

Lispa: Listen & Spell English

Lispa: Listen & Spell English

Dictation, Spelling & Vocab

Spelling Test Quiz : Word Game

Spelling Test Quiz : Word Game

Spelling Test Quiz : Word Game

Improving your Spelling Skill

Spelling Bee Games & Tests

Spelling Bee Games & Tests

Spelling Bee Games & Tests

Word Practice for Kids

This app helps children improve their spelling and math skills through interactive games and tests. Parents can easily create custom spelling tests from school homework lists or use pre-made word lists. It also includes times table practice and fun learning activities.

Custom spelling test creationPhoto to text for spelling listsTimes table practice (2-175x)

free with in-app purchases

This app helps children practice English spelling with a structured, step-by-step method that reduces guesswork. It offers an optional journal for deeper learning and is designed for young learners, including ESL students, to build confidence and make spelling easier.

Step-by-step spelling methodStructured sound practiceOptional handwriting journal

free with in-app purchases

Simplex Spelling Phonics 2

Simplex Spelling Phonics 2

Simplex Spelling Phonics 2

Syllables - Spell To Read

This app scientifically improves spelling and reading skills using phonics, word patterns, and syllabication. It offers over 650 words across 54 lessons, breaking down words into syllables and sounds to build phonemic awareness.

Scientifically validated approachPhonics, word patterns, syllabicationOver 650 high-frequency words

Spelling Test: Listen & Spell

Spelling Test: Listen & Spell

Spelling Test: Listen & Spell

Your words. Real exam mode!

Practice spelling and listening skills by typing words after hearing them. The app provides a report of your results after completing each test, highlighting correct words to help you improve.

Listening comprehensionSpelling testsNo hints provided

English Spelling & Punctuation

English Spelling & Punctuation

English Spelling & Punctuation

Improve your English spelling and punctuation with interactive exercises and a comprehensive guide. Practice common misspellings, understand spelling rules, and master punctuation for academic and professional writing.

Interactive spelling exercisesPunctuation guideGlossary of terms

by ONE CHINESE EDUCATION PTE. LTD

Spell-Up: Spelling & Dictation

Spell-Up: Spelling & Dictation

Spell-Up: Spelling & Dictation

School Spelling Practice

BOT 7th-8th Grade Spelling

BOT 7th-8th Grade Spelling

BOT 7th-8th Grade Spelling

Best of Texas Contest & Apps

Prepare for the Texas UIL 7th-8th Grade Spelling contest with this app. It features audio pronunciation, typing practice, and tracks your progress, keeping incorrect spellings in rotation until mastered. A subscription unlocks all words for the current school year.

Audio pronunciation of wordsTyping and spelling practiceProgress tracking

English Spelling Test: 500+ Flashcards Vocabulary

English Spelling Test: 500+ Flashcards Vocabulary

English Spelling Test: 500+ Flashcards Vocabulary

by eFlashApps, LLC

This educational app helps young learners in preschool through 2nd grade master nouns through interactive spelling tests. It offers customizable lists, voice recording, and progress reports to personalize the learning experience for each child.

Over 500 nouns with picture hintsRecord your own voice for wordsUnlimited individualized word lists

Simplex Spelling Light

Simplex Spelling Light

Simplex Spelling Light

With Reverse Phonics

This app enhances spelling and reading skills with a unique "reverse phonics" approach and contextually relevant spelling rules. It offers interactive learning for various student types, providing immediate feedback and explanations for word construction.

Reverse phonics approachContextual spelling rule hintsLetter-by-letter feedback

Snap Spell: Spelling Practice

Snap Spell: Spelling Practice

Snap Spell: Spelling Practice

Scan Word Lists, Quiz & Test

Easily create custom spelling practice lists from photos, text, or typed words. Hear words read aloud with adjustable speed and accent options. Track progress and organize lists for focused learning.

Scan word lists from photos or textCreate custom practice listsRead words aloud with adjustable speed

free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Esl Spelling

Are there free esl spelling apps & games for iPhone?

Yes — 19 of the top esl spelling apps & games we rank are free to download, including Better Spelling for ESL and Spelling Study Helper.

Does Better Spelling for ESL have ads or in-app purchases?

Better Spelling for ESL has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.

How many esl spelling apps & games are on the App Store?

We track 245+ esl spelling apps & games on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.