Best Old English Dictionary Apps

195+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
16 free apps
Updated July 2026

Out of 195+ old english dictionary apps on iOS, 16 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Old English Dictionary Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Oxford Dictionary & ThesaurusOxford Dictionary & ThesaurusFree4.6β˜… (28K)NoYesJul 2026
2Old English Dictionary.Old English Dictionary.$1.99β€”NoNoMay 2026
3Old English WordhordOld English WordhordFree4.9β˜… (216)NoYesJul 2026
4Etymonline English DictionaryEtymonline English DictionaryFree4.9β˜… (11K)YesYesJul 2026
5Merriam-Webster DictionaryMerriam-Webster DictionaryFree4.8β˜… (323K)YesYesJul 2026
6Dictionary.com: English WordsDictionary.com: English WordsFree4.8β˜… (328K)YesNoJul 2026
7Font Keyboard - Kibik AIFont Keyboard - Kibik AIFree4.5β˜… (174K)YesYesJul 2026
8Merriam-Webster Dictionary+Merriam-Webster Dictionary+$9.994.8β˜… (22K)NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Old English Dictionary

Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus#1

Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus by MobiSystems, Inc.

Etymology & Offline Vocabulary
Editor's Choice
πŸ” Reference
4.6😐(28K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#77in Reference
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Access a vast collection of dictionaries and thesauruses with definitions, pronunciations, and etymology. Features include offline access, advanced search options, and personalized word lists. Ideal for students, professionals, and word enthusiasts.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Reliable and simple to use
  • πŸ‘ Comprehensive and best for all English, especially rare and aged language
  • πŸ‘ Very useful for learning new words
  • πŸ‘ Excellent reference app

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Glitchy, way too many ads
  • πŸ”’ Annoying popup ads makes it unusable
  • πŸ”’ Ads stuck in, despite payment
Old English Wordhord#3

Old English Wordhord by Ryan Lintott

Medieval word of the day
Worth Considering
🎬 Entertainment
4.9😊(216 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Discover a new Old English word daily with a medieval-inspired interface. Access widgets for your home screen, search a vast archive, and explore pronunciations and manuscript illustrations. Save, share, and categorize words to deepen your understanding of this ancient language.

What We Love

  • ✨ Beautiful design and aesthetics
  • πŸ“š Excellent for learning Old English
  • 🀩 Engaging and fun daily content
  • πŸ–ΌοΈ Lovely illustrations and medieval style

Room to Improve

  • πŸ” Lack of search functionality
  • πŸ—£οΈ AI voice pronunciation could be improved/more authentic
  • πŸ’¬ Wish for sentence examples

More Old English Dictionary apps to explore

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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
πŸ“š Education
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Merriam-Webster Dictionary
Merriam-Webster Dictionary
Merriam-Webster Dictionary
by Merriam-Webster, Inc.
Free

Access America's most respected dictionary, updated with new words and meanings. This app offers offline access, voice search, daily vocabulary challenges, and a thesaurus. It's designed for English language reference, education, and vocabulary enhancement.

Offline dictionary accessVoice search for wordsDaily Word of the Day
πŸ” Reference
(323K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Dictionary.com: English Words
Dictionary.com: English Words
Dictionary.com: English Words
Dictionary, Thesaurus, Vocab
Free

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.

2 million+ definitions and synonymsWord of the DayExample sentences
πŸ” Reference
(328K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Font Keyboard - Kibik AI
Font Keyboard - Kibik AI
Font Keyboard - Kibik AI
Text Art Design & Face Emoji
Free

Enhance your messages and social media posts with a wide variety of unique fonts, symbols, and kaomojis. This keyboard app allows your styled text to be visible across all applications and by all recipients, even if they don't have the app installed. Personalize your device with custom themes and wallpapers.

Hundreds of unique fontsThousands of symbols & kaomojisWorks in all social and chat apps
πŸ”§ Utilities
(174K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Merriam-Webster Dictionary+
Merriam-Webster Dictionary+
Merriam-Webster Dictionary+
Premium Ad-free Dictionary
$9.99

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.

Ad-free experience15,000+ premium entriesOffline dictionary access
πŸ” Reference
(22K)
freemium
9
Vietnamese Dictionary Dict Box
Vietnamese Dictionary Dict Box
Vietnamese Dictionary Dict Box
Engish Vietnamese Translator
Free

This app serves as a comprehensive offline Vietnamese-English dictionary and translator. It offers text translation, word suggestions, pronunciation guides, and a picture dictionary to enhance language learning and communication.

Offline dictionary and translatorText translation for sentences and paragraphsIntelligent word suggestions
πŸ” Reference
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
10
English Learners Dictionary
English Learners Dictionary
English Learners Dictionary
Oxford Dictionary English
Free

Access a comprehensive Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary with definitions, examples, and pronunciation. Search words offline, track your history, and bookmark favorites. Improve your English with this detailed and interactive resource.

Offline dictionary accessAudio pronunciationsSearch history
πŸ“š Education
(245)
free
11
English Dictionary *
English Dictionary *
English Dictionary *
Thesaurus and Vocabulary words
Free

Enhance your English vocabulary with a comprehensive offline dictionary and thesaurus. Access over 500,000 words, their meanings, synonyms, antonyms, and pronunciations. Perfect for students and professionals to improve language skills anytime, anywhere.

Offline word searchSynonyms and antonymsWord definitions
πŸ” Reference
(1.2K)
subscription
12
English-Old English Dictionary
English-Old English Dictionary
English-Old English Dictionary
Reverse Dictionary
$1.99
πŸ” Reference
(0)
13
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
πŸ” Reference
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
14
WordWeb Dictionary
WordWeb Dictionary
WordWeb Dictionary
Offline ad-free dictionary
Free

This app provides a comprehensive offline English dictionary and thesaurus with fast searching, spelling suggestions, definitions, and usage examples. It offers extensive word data and advanced search filters without requiring an internet connection.

Offline dictionary and thesaurusFast searchingSpelling suggestions
πŸ” Reference
(267)
free
15
Kurdish Dictionary - Dict Box
Kurdish Dictionary - Dict Box
Kurdish Dictionary - Dict Box
English Kurdish Translation
Free

This app serves as a comprehensive English to Kurdish and Kurdish to English dictionary and translator. It offers offline functionality, pronunciation, definitions, and the ability to translate words directly within other applications. Users can also find related words, phrases, and even use image search for a richer learning experience.

Offline translation and pronunciationExtensive word and expression databaseIn-app word translation
πŸ” Reference
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Advanced English Dictionary.
Advanced English Dictionary.
Advanced English Dictionary.
English Dictionary & Thesaurus
$2.99

This comprehensive English dictionary and thesaurus offers offline access to millions of words, definitions, pronunciations, and etymologies. Explore word connections, sample sentences, and discover new vocabulary with advanced search and unique features.

Extensive word database (4.9 million words)High-quality audio pronunciations (US, UK, AU)Advanced search technology
πŸ” Reference
(238)
paid
17
Dictionary Offline - Dict Box
Dictionary Offline - Dict Box
Dictionary Offline - Dict Box
Dictionary for All Languages
Free

This app provides an offline dictionary and translator for over 50 languages. It offers smart word suggestions, text translation in other apps, offline pronunciation, and a picture dictionary. An optional premium upgrade unlocks advanced features and an ad-free experience.

Offline dictionary & translator50+ languages supportedSmart word suggestions
πŸ” Reference
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Spanish Dictionary - Dict Box
Spanish Dictionary - Dict Box
Spanish Dictionary - Dict Box
English Spanish Translation
Free

This app provides a comprehensive English to Spanish and Spanish to English dictionary and translator. It offers offline functionality, word correction, and the ability to translate text directly from other applications and web browsers. Users can also access image search and word reminders.

Offline dictionary and translatorTranslate in other apps and browsersImage search and picture dictionary
πŸ” Reference
(8.5K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Dictionary Linguee
Dictionary Linguee
Dictionary Linguee
German, French, Spanish, more
Free

Access reliable translations for multiple languages, including French, Spanish, and German, with this comprehensive dictionary app. It offers fast, offline access to a vast database compiled by lexicographers and includes example sentences and audio pronunciations.

Translations in French, Spanish, German, and moreCompiled by over 400 lexicographersFast translations with quick search
πŸ” Reference
(11K)
free
20
Advanced English Dictionary+
Advanced English Dictionary+
Advanced English Dictionary+
American English Dictionary
Free

This app is a comprehensive American English dictionary designed for learners. It features extensive vocabulary, clear definitions, and practical examples to enhance understanding and usage. Users can access audio pronunciations, explore related terms, and save words for future reference.

Extensive vocabulary and phrasesUsage examples and collocationsAmerican English pronunciation with audio
πŸ” Reference
(886)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Old English Dictionary

What are the best old english dictionary apps for iPhone?
Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus tops our old english dictionary apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 28K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes β€” 16 of the top old english dictionary apps we rank are free to download, including Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus and Old English Wordhord.
Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 195+ old english dictionary apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides access to a comprehensive collection of dictionaries and thesauruses from Oxford Languages. It offers definitions, synonyms, antonyms, audio pronunciations, and word origins for a vast number of words. It also includes features like offline access, advanced search options, and personalized word lists.
Key features include access to 15 different Oxford dictionaries, a built-in thesaurus, audio pronunciations, etymology, word of the day, favorites, recent searches, auto-correction, and advanced search options like camera and voice search. Premium users get unlimited database access, offline functionality, and an ad-free experience.

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