Best Only Deaf Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating

20 free apps

Updated October 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our only deaf list covers 250+ iPhone apps updated through October 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Only Deaf Apps (October 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	OnlyDeaf	Free	4.6★ (13)	No	Yes	Oct 2026
2	Deaf Talk	Free	—	No	Yes	Jul 2026
3	Tive	Free	4.6★ (223)	No	No	Oct 2026
4	Rylo: Live Call Captioning	Free	4.6★ (4.3K)	No	No	Oct 2026
5	Aira ASL	Free	5.0★ (32)	Yes	No	Oct 2026
6	BeAware Deaf Assistant	Free	4.5★ (257)	No	No	Oct 2026
7	No Barriers with Joel Barish	Free	4.7★ (51)	Yes	No	May 2026
8	Deaf Welcome TV	Free	5.0★ (3)	No	No	Oct 2026

Top Picks for Only Deaf

#1

OnlyDeaf by Adam Wells

Deaf Social Community

Editor's Choice

4.6(13 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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This app is a dating platform designed for deaf, hard-of-hearing, and ASL users. It offers a safe and accessible space to connect with others, build authentic relationships, and foster a sense of community.

#2

Deaf Talk by AppOgram Engineering LLC

Strong Contender

🌐 Social Networking

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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#3

Tive by Tive

VRS, VRI, and your people

Worth Considering

🌐 Social Networking

4.6(223 ratings)

Free

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This platform offers a vibrant community space for the d/Deaf, Hard of Hearing (HOH), and CODA community. It provides curated content, social networking features, direct messaging, and on-demand ASL interpreter services for seamless communication and connection.

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Rylo: Live Call Captioning

Rylo: Live Call Captioning

Rylo: Live Call Captioning

Deaf & Hearing Loss Captions

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

free with in-app purchases

On-Demand ASL Interpreting

Connect instantly with professional ASL interpreters via video to facilitate communication and accomplish tasks. This service provides on-demand support 24/7, empowering users with greater independence and accessibility.

On-demand ASL interpreting24/7/365 availabilityConnect via video

free with in-app purchases

BeAware Deaf Assistant

BeAware Deaf Assistant

BeAware Deaf Assistant

Voice Text Transcription Alert

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

No Barriers with Joel Barish

No Barriers with Joel Barish

No Barriers with Joel Barish

by No Barriers Group, Inc.

Explore the world through the eyes of a Deaf vlogger who showcases inspiring individuals breaking barriers. Discover new cultures, try unfamiliar cuisines, and expand your horizons with engaging content.

Deaf vlogger's global explorationInspiring stories of barrier-breakersUnfamiliar cuisine reviews

Deaf Welcome TV

Deaf Welcome TV

Deaf Welcome TV

by TvStartup Inc.

This app offers entertainment, information, and inspiration for both Signers and non-Signers. It aims to promote love and peace by uniting diverse audiences through its programming.

Entertainment programsInformative contentInspirational stories

🎬 Entertainment

AISA School – Learn ASL

AISA School – Learn ASL

AISA School – Learn ASL

Practice sign language with AI

Master American Sign Language with an AI-powered companion. This app offers interactive games, real-time feedback on your signing, and an adaptive curriculum to track your progress. Learn ASL anytime, anywhere, and join a global community of learners.

AI-powered real-time feedbackGamified learning experienceAdaptive curriculum

by Matthew Krom

This app teaches American Sign Language with videos of common school-related questions and answers. It offers normal and slow playback speeds, plus additional resources for further learning.

ASL lessons for schoolVideo demonstrationsSlow and normal playback speeds

by Gallaudet University

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

by INCLUSIGN INNOVATIONS

An entertainment platform offering movies, shows, and short films with sign language support and subtitles. It provides an accessible user interface for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community, aiming for barrier-free viewing.

Sign language-supported contentSubtitles for all videosHigh-quality OTT video streaming

🎬 Entertainment

Learn American Sign Language

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

Preferred Hands

Preferred Hands

Preferred Hands

Get an ASL interpreter!

This app allows users to set preferences for ASL interpreters, ensuring a comfortable and trusted communication experience. It's designed to be simple, free, and accessible for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.

Set preferred and non-preferred interpretersQuick and easy registrationAccessible anytime, anywhere

📊 Productivity

International Sign Language

International Sign Language

International Sign Language

I love sign language!

Learn International Sign Language to communicate with the deaf community globally. This app helps bridge communication gaps, fostering confidence and social inclusion for individuals with hearing impairments. It's designed for anyone wanting to learn this visual language.

Global communication with hearing impairedLearn visual languageImprove social inclusion

free with in-app purchases

Sign Language Bible

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

Sign Language Entertainment

Access a diverse library of entertainment content specifically designed for sign language users. Explore movies, TV shows, documentaries, and children's programs in a fully accessible format.

Sign language moviesSign language TV showsDocumentaries

🎬 Entertainment

American Sign Language M(A)L

American Sign Language M(A)L

American Sign Language M(A)L

by Enterprise Matchmakers, LLC

Master American Sign Language (ASL) through interactive games, flashcards, and tests. This app offers a flexible learning experience, allowing you to choose topics and progress at your own pace. It's designed for effective language acquisition.

ASL learning gamesOnline flashcardsASL tests

ASL American Sign Language App

ASL American Sign Language App

ASL American Sign Language App

Learning Dictionary Deaf Signs

Learn American Sign Language with expert-led video lessons and interactive quizzes. Master conversational phrases, the alphabet, and signs for various topics like family, feelings, and daily life. This app provides a comprehensive and enjoyable learning experience for all ages.

Expert-led video lessonsFingerspelling alphabetConversational ASL phrases

free with in-app purchases

AI Sign : Sign Language

AI Sign : Sign Language

AI Sign : Sign Language

AI: Sign Language Recognition

This app uses AI to recognize American Sign Language gestures through your device's camera. It offers an action recognition mode to interpret your signs and a capture mode to help train the machine learning model by uploading anonymized data.

AI-powered sign language recognitionRecognizes over 100 ASL signsAction recognition mode

FAQ about Only Deaf

What are the best only deaf apps for iPhone?

OnlyDeaf tops our only deaf apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 13 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free only deaf apps for iPhone?

Yes — 20 of the top only deaf apps we rank are free to download, including OnlyDeaf and Deaf Talk.

Does OnlyDeaf have ads or in-app purchases?

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

How many only deaf apps are on the App Store?

We track 250+ only deaf apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.