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Better Speller vs PenPoints
Both stand on spelling apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac
Better Speller combines custom lists, several practice modes, games, and progress history across mobile and Mac platforms. The free allowance is limited to 35 words; one-time purchases are listed for unlimited words and optional Apple-device sync and sharing.
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Free plan AndroidiPhone
PenPoints pairs paper-based dictation with photo scoring and practice tools for home or classroom use. Consider the single-child account limit and the free teacher caps before choosing it.
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| Better Speller | PenPoints | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac | Android, iPhone |
| Lowest paid plan | iCloud Sync and Sharing: $2.99, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 3 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | betterspeller.app | penpoints.app |
| On spelling apps | #1 of 25 | #3 of 25 |
Better Speller: what it does well
- Custom lists support definitions and examples
- Practice and scored test modes
- Lists can be imported and exported
- Speech processing happens on-device
What to know first
- Free plan allows up to 35 words
- iCloud sync and sharing cost $2.99, paid once
- Unlimited words costs $4.99, paid once
PenPoints: what it does well
- OCR scores photographed handwritten words
- Wordlists can match school year and curriculum
- Results can include definitions, synonyms and antonyms
- Maker says the app shows no in-app ads
What to know first
- An internet connection is required
- One account does not support multiple children
- Free teacher accounts have weekly exercise limits
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