Best Literal Word Apps & Games

205+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated May 2026

With an average user rating of 4.7★, the literal word category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 205+ apps and games we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for Literal Word

Literal Word: Bible & Lexicon#1

Literal Word: Bible & Lexicon by Nicholas Honda

Simply the Word of God
Editor's Choice
🔍 Reference
4.9😊(1.2K ratings)
Free
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Access multiple Bible translations and original language lexicons for in-depth study. Features include offline access, customizable formatting, and powerful word search capabilities. Focus on scripture without distractions.

What We Love

  • 👍 Clean, simple, and intuitive interface
  • 🔍 Powerful lexical and cross-reference tools
  • 🚀 Fast and responsive app performance
  • 🔒 No ads or data collection

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches (e.g. navigation issues, UI rendering problems)
  • 🔀 Limited translation options (only NASB, ESV, KJV, LSB)
  • 📚 Lack of additional study resources (e.g. commentary, audio, reading plans)
Blue Letter Bible#2

Blue Letter Bible by Blue Letter Bible

In-Depth Study Bible
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
4.9😊(342K ratings)
Free
#45in Reference
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This app offers a personalized Bible reader with powerful study tools. Explore over 30 Bible versions, commentaries, and original language lexicons. Customize your reading with themes, fonts, and note-taking features, all backed up to the cloud.

What We Love

  • 👍 Helpful study tool
  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 💡 Versatile features
  • 👍 Excellent resource for deeper Bible study

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes
  • 🐛 Glitchy after updates
  • 🐛 Highlighting feature is confusing
Logos: Deep Bible Study#3

Logos: Deep Bible Study by Faithlife Corporation

Read, learn, and grow anywhere
Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
4.9😊(168K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#55in Reference
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This app offers a comprehensive Bible study experience with free Bibles, commentaries, and theological resources. It provides tools for in-depth research, offline access, and note syncing. An optional subscription unlocks advanced features and additional content.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Powerful study tools
  • 🔍 Extensive library of resources
  • 👍 Intuitive interface
  • 📚 Seamless cross-device experience

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Bugs and crashes
  • 🤔 Steep learning curve
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model

More Literal Word apps to explore

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PARALLEL PLUS Bible-study app
PARALLEL PLUS Bible-study app
PARALLEL PLUS Bible-study app
Word study, Greek, Hebrew
Free

Explore biblical texts with multiple translations side-by-side. Deepen your understanding with integrated Greek and Hebrew word studies, grammatical analysis, and translation tips. Search for verses using keywords across all versions.

Parallel Bible versions (up to 8 columns)Greek and Hebrew word studiesLexical entries and word families
📚 Books
(13K)
free
5
Legacy Standard Bible
Legacy Standard Bible
Legacy Standard Bible
by OakTree Software, Inc.
Free

This app provides a Bible translation focused on accurately reflecting the original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts. It offers tools for in-depth study, including Hebrew and Greek word definitions and lexical search capabilities.

Complete Old and New TestamentsHebrew word definitions (Brown-Driver-Briggs)Greek word definitions (Abbott-Smith)
🔍 Reference
(4.9K)
free
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Dictionary.
Dictionary.
Dictionary.
by TheFreeDictionary.com
Free

Access a comprehensive dictionary, thesaurus, and translation tool with millions of definitions and synonyms. Explore specialty dictionaries, learn new words daily, and play word games. This app offers offline access and integrates seamlessly with other applications.

Offline dictionary and thesaurusMillions of definitions and synonymsWord of the Day and Idiom of the Day
🔍 Reference
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Etymonline English Dictionary
Etymonline English Dictionary
Etymonline English Dictionary
Dictionary to Build Vocabulary
Free

Explore the origins and history of English words with this comprehensive dictionary app. It offers instant search, related word suggestions, and an offline mode for premium users. Enhance your vocabulary and understanding of word roots.

Word origin explorationInstant search with suggestionsRelated words by root
📚 Education
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Strongs Bible Concordance
Strongs Bible Concordance
Strongs Bible Concordance
Complete Strong's Reference
Free

Explore biblical text with word definitions and commentaries. This app assigns Strong's numbers to words in each verse, aiding in a deeper understanding of scripture. It's a valuable tool for students, pastors, and anyone seeking to enrich their Bible study.

Strong's number assignmentWord definitionsAdditional commentaries
📚 Books
(3)
ad-supported
9
literally – word game
literally – word game
literally – word game
play with words
Free

Engage in a timed word-building challenge where you race against the clock to form words from available letters. This game offers a substantial story mode with numerous levels and tasks, alongside unique challenges like deciphering aphorisms. It features a simplified mode for a relaxed experience and detailed statistics to track your progress.

200-level story mode66 aphorism deciphering tasksSimplified, relaxed mode
🎮 Games
(325)
free with in-app purchases
10
Words of the World!
Words of the World!
Words of the World!
Anagram Crossword Puzzles!
Free

Unscramble letters to form words and solve a crossword puzzle simultaneously. This game offers a vast collection of challenging word puzzles with interesting facts and stunning imagery from around the world. Earn coins for hints to help you progress through increasingly difficult levels.

Anagram word unscramblingCrossword puzzle solvingCustom word puzzles
🎮 Games
(6.2K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Word Collect : Word Search
Word Collect : Word Search
Word Collect : Word Search
Relaxing Word Finder
Free

Engage in a relaxing word puzzle adventure with over 2500 levels. Swipe letters to find hidden words, level up, and earn bonus coins. Use hints to overcome challenges in this addictive word-finding game.

2500+ levelsSwipe to find wordsBonus coins and rewards
🎮 Games
(578K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Word Roll - Fun Word Game
Word Roll - Fun Word Game
Word Roll - Fun Word Game
New Word Game
Free

Test your vocabulary and spelling skills by forming words from a given set of letters on a board. Challenge friends and family to achieve high scores and improve your language abilities. Play at your own pace with no time limits.

Form words from random lettersScore based on words formedChallenge friends and family
🎮 Games
(80K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Word Trails: Search
Word Trails: Search
Word Trails: Search
New Word Search Game
Free

A word search puzzle game with a unique mechanic allowing words to be found horizontally or vertically. It features a calming, minimalist design and over 10,000 levels, plus daily challenges and tournaments.

Horizontal and vertical word findingMinimalistic and soothing designOver 10,000 levels
🎮 Games
(8.6K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Word Seek HD
Word Seek HD
Word Seek HD
by Idealix, Inc.
$1.99

Challenge your mind with an innovative word search game. Find words individually or compete live online against friends. Enjoy stunning HD graphics and a user-friendly interface while expanding your vocabulary.

Word search puzzlesOnline multiplayerHD graphics
🎮 Games
(1.7K)
free
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Quad Word
Quad Word
Quad Word
Guess the word game puzzles!
Free

Test your vocabulary and deduction skills in this engaging word puzzle game. Guess four related words based on a shared theme. Enjoy a fun challenge that sharpens your mind.

Four-word guessing puzzlesTheme-based word associationVocabulary challenge
🎮 Games
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
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Words ►
Words ►
Words ►
by Magma Mobile
Free

Find hidden words in a letter grid, similar to a crossword puzzle. Choose between a challenging series of levels or a timed mode to find as many words as possible. Supports multiple languages and word categories.

Find hidden words in letter gridsChallenge and Time Attack game modesSupports multiple languages
🎮 Games
(62)
free with in-app purchases
17
Word Garden : Crosswords
Word Garden : Crosswords
Word Garden : Crosswords
Word Puzzle Game with anagrams
Free

This word puzzle game offers a relaxing and fun way to expand your vocabulary and improve spelling. Connect letters to form words, solve crosswords, and unlock hidden words. Enjoy beautiful garden backgrounds and play offline anytime, anywhere.

Connect letters to form wordsCrossword puzzle hintsOver 9000 puzzles
🎮 Games
(52K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Word Hippo
Word Hippo
Word Hippo
Thesaurus and Word Reference
Free

This app offers a comprehensive suite of word tools, including an advanced thesaurus for synonyms and antonyms, example sentences, rhyming words, and word type identification. It also features word finders for games, definitions, and translations into numerous languages.

Advanced thesaurus with synonyms and antonymsExample sentences for word usageRhyming word finder
🔍 Reference
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Contexto - Word Puzzle Game
Contexto - Word Puzzle Game
Contexto - Word Puzzle Game
Word puzzle
Free

Guess a hidden word by typing similar words. The game ranks your guesses by similarity using an AI algorithm that analyzes word context. It offers unlimited tries and daily puzzles to train your brain and improve vocabulary.

Guess hidden wordsAI-based similarity rankingUnlimited tries
🎮 Games
(190)
free with in-app purchases
20
Word Blitz ・
Word Blitz ・
Word Blitz ・
The Fast-Paced Word Game
Free

Challenge friends and players worldwide in this fast-paced word game. Swipe to connect letters and form words against the clock to score points. Compete in leagues and daily challenges to become a word legend.

Multiplayer challengesPlay against random opponentsVaried word hunts
🎮 Games
(44K)
free with in-app purchases

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