SpellSmart
What SpellSmart is
SpellSmart is an iOS app that uses AI to help students practice for UIL spelling. In Solo Mode, it reads a word aloud and the student types the spelling to check it. Buddy Mode lets one person hold the phone while the student spells aloud, with the buddy checking the response. Students can work with current UIL words or upload their own lists, then bookmark words to revisit. The app is described as suitable for students of all ages, particularly ESL students, and practice can be done alone or with a parent. SpellSmart is a free download; its Free plan is listed as free. The App Store lists iPhone compatibility, a 4+ age rating, and a requirement of iOS 15.1 or later. The developer indicates that user content, including photos or videos, may be collected but not linked to the user; Apple says it has not verified this disclosure. The UIL resources page lists [email protected] for support and says the app won the Congressional App Challenge and was recognized by U.S. Representative John Carter and Senator John Cornyn.
Who it suits
SpellSmart suits students practicing UIL spelling, especially ESL students, and those who want to practice independently or with a parent. It is for iPhone users with iOS 15.1 or later.
What it does well
- Free download and Free plan listed as free
- Solo and buddy practice modes
- Use current UIL words or upload personal lists
- Bookmark words for later practice
What to know first
- Requires iOS 15.1 or later
- Listed for iPhone compatibility
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free download; no other plan limits stated | Free |
As spellsmart.org lists them, read 9 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Visit the SpellSmart website.
- Download the app on an iPhone running iOS 15.1 or later.
- Choose Solo Mode or Buddy Mode to practice.
- Use current UIL words or upload a personal word list.
- Bookmark words to revisit them later.
Verdict
SpellSmart offers solo and shared spelling practice with current UIL words, custom lists, and bookmarks. Check the iOS requirement and the developer's content-collection disclosure before choosing it.
Questions
Is SpellSmart free?
Yes. It is listed as a free download, and its Free plan is priced at $0.
Which devices does SpellSmart support?
The App Store lists iPhone compatibility and requires iOS 15.1 or later.
Can students practice with their own words?
Yes. Students can upload their own words, and the app also includes current UIL words.
Can students practice without a partner?
Yes. Solo Mode reads a word aloud and lets the student type the spelling. Buddy Mode supports practice with a friend checking spoken answers.
Who is SpellSmart intended for?
It is described as helping students of all ages, especially ESL students, practice alone or with a parent.
What does SpellSmart say about user content?
The developer indicates that user content, including photos or videos, may be collected without being linked to the user. Apple says it has not verified this disclosure.
Facts from SpellSmart's own pages
- Age rating
- The App Store lists the app with a 4+ age rating. · apps.apple.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Bookmarks
- Students can bookmark words and practice them again from a saved list. · apps.apple.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Buddy practice
- In Buddy Mode, a friend holds the phone while the student spells words aloud, and the buddy checks the answer. · apps.apple.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Compatibility
- The App Store lists iPhone compatibility and requires iOS 15.1 or later. · apps.apple.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Competition recognition
- The UIL resources page says SpellSmart won the Congressional App Challenge and was recognized by U.S. Representative John Carter and Senator John Cornyn. · wwwprod.uiltexas.org, 9 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The app is described as helping students of all ages, especially ESL students, practice spelling by themselves or with a parent. · wwwprod.uiltexas.org, 9 Oct 2026
- Privacy disclosure
- The developer indicates that user content, including photos or videos, may be collected but not linked to the user; Apple says this disclosure has not been verified by Apple. · apps.apple.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- SpellSmart is a mobile app that uses AI to help students practice for UIL Spelling. · wwwprod.uiltexas.org, 9 Oct 2026
- Solo practice
- In Solo Mode, the app reads words aloud and students type their spelling to check whether it is correct. · apps.apple.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Support contact
- The UIL resources page lists [email protected] as the contact email for SpellSmart. · wwwprod.uiltexas.org, 9 Oct 2026
- Word lists
- Students can upload their own words, and the app includes current UIL words for practice. · apps.apple.com, 9 Oct 2026
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