PocketSign is an American Sign Language learning service with video-based lessons, dictionary lookup, and repeatable practice. Its site lists more than 10,000 ASL dictionary entries and over 70 lesson sets and drills. Lessons and entries pair sign videos with descriptions, while practice tools include the alphabet, fingerspelling, flash cards, and review. The browser experience includes lessons, dictionary, study, grammar, rewards, alphabet, and A–Z sections. Mobile features include sign translation, questions, common phrases, and baby sign language. PocketSign says its content draws on Deaf educators, qualified interpreters, and contributors with university education. It is available on web, Android, iPhone, and iPad. The free plan includes ASL lessons, a daily lesson, video dictionary, and alphabet practice. Unlimited lessons are listed at 5.99 USD per month or 59.99 USD per year; other listed in-app subscriptions are 14.99 USD per month and 109.99 USD per year. Google Play says the app may collect app activity, encrypts data in transit, and does not allow data deletion.
Who it is for
PocketSign suits beginners, families, students, and teachers learning or looking up ASL signs. It also fits anyone who wants video-based practice and review across web and mobile.
What is good
- More than 10,000 ASL dictionary entries.
- Over 70 lesson sets and drills.
- Free plan includes daily lessons and alphabet practice.
- Available on web, Android, and iOS.
What to know first
- Google Play says data cannot be deleted.
- The app may collect app activity.
- Other listed subscriptions cost 14.99 USD monthly or 109.99 USD yearly.
Verdict
PocketSign combines a large sign dictionary with video lessons and several practice formats. The free plan provides a starting set of lessons and lookup tools, while unlimited lessons require a paid subscription.
PocketSign plans and pricing
All plansCompared on sign language apps
- Free plan
- Yes
- Signed languages
- American Sign Language (ASL)
- Lesson format
- video
- Dictionary lookup
- Yes
- Progress tracking
- Yes
- Supported platforms
- Web, iOS, Android
