Best Homophone Dictionary Apps

239+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
13 free apps
Updated September 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good homophone dictionary apps. We benchmark 239+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Homophone Dictionary Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Homophone DictionaryHomophone Dictionary$0.99—NoNoSep 2026
2Dictionary.com: English WordsDictionary.com: English WordsFree4.8★ (328K)YesNoOct 2026
3Merriam-Webster Dictionary+Merriam-Webster Dictionary+$9.994.8★ (22K)NoNoOct 2026
4Dictionary.Dictionary.Free4.8★ (15K)YesYesOct 2026
5Advanced English Dictionary.Advanced English Dictionary.$2.994.7★ (241)NoNoAug 2026
6American Heritage® DictionaryAmerican Heritage® Dictionary$12.994.7★ (199)NoYesSep 2026
7Dictionary - Word Search LexDictionary - Word Search LexFree3.0★ (1)YesNoJul 2026
8Concise English DictionaryConcise English Dictionary$0.994.5★ (30)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Homophone Dictionary

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This reference app provides an offline dictionary of homophones, words that sound alike but have different meanings. Users can look up definitions and phonetic spellings, search for specific entries, and bookmark favorites. It also features audio pronunciation for each word.

Dictionary.com: English Words#2

Dictionary.com: English Words by Curiosity Media

Dictionary, Thesaurus, Vocab
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
4.8😐(328K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access over 2 million trusted definitions and synonyms for English words. Enhance your vocabulary with daily new words, example sentences, and audio pronunciations. This app provides grammar tips and editorial content to deepen your understanding of the English language.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Robust dictionary and thesaurus
  • 🤓 Helpful resources like blogs and articles
  • 💡 Useful word games and puzzles
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate
  • 🤩 Great for expanding vocabulary

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent search results and missing definitions
  • 💸 Aggressive ads even after paid upgrades
  • 🤯 Frequent crashes and performance issues
  • 🤔 Confusing layout changes and UI issues
  • 🤷‍♀️ Paid features not always working as expected
Merriam-Webster Dictionary+#3

Merriam-Webster Dictionary+ by Merriam-Webster, Inc.

Premium Ad-free Dictionary
Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
4.8😊(22K ratings)
$9.99
#9in Reference
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Access America's leading dictionary with over 15,000 extra entries for people and places. Enjoy offline access, voice search, and daily vocabulary builders. This app offers expert word guidance with a thesaurus and example sentences.

What We Love

  • 👍 Clear and intuitive layout
  • 🚀 Convenient offline access
  • 🔍 Comprehensive word definitions
  • 🔠 Helpful thesaurus and word games
  • 🔊 Useful audio pronunciations

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent app freezes and crashes
  • ⚠️ Missing words and incomplete definitions
  • 🔍 Lack of spell-check and word suggestions
  • 🔍 Limited search functionality
  • 🔀 Difficulty navigating back to previous words

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FAQ about Homophone Dictionary

Are there free homophone dictionary apps for iPhone?
Yes — 13 of the top homophone dictionary apps we rank are free to download, including Dictionary.com: English Words and Dictionary..
Homophone Dictionary has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 239+ homophone dictionary apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.