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Collins Dictionary vs The Free Dictionary
Both stand on online dictionaries. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Choose Collins Dictionary for free dictionary and translation lookups with audio pronunciations, examples, and offline access. Its 27-language coverage may suit readers who move between languages. The listed offering centers on a free online dictionary, so readers seeking a different kind of plan should look elsewhere.
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The Free Dictionary brings a broad set of reference materials and vocabulary tools together, with free offline English lookup. Readers wanting ad-free use or more offline languages should note the listed one-time upgrade options.
Visit The Free DictionaryThe facts
| Collins Dictionary | The Free Dictionary | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web | Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Dictionary Pro: $9.99, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | collinsdictionary.com | thefreedictionary.com |
| On online dictionaries | #26 of 39 | #22 of 39 |
Collins Dictionary: what it does well
- Free online plan includes definitions and translations
- Audio pronunciation is available
- Usage examples help show words in context
- Offline access is available
- Covers 27 languages
What to know first
- The free plan is the only listed plan
- Mobile apps are listed for Android and iOS, not macOS
The Free Dictionary: what it does well
- Combines dictionaries, thesaurus, encyclopedias, and references
- English dictionary and thesaurus content works offline
- Bookmarks can sync across devices
- Includes audio pronunciations and example sentences
- Free website and app
What to know first
- The app includes ads and in-app purchases
- Other-language offline dictionaries require Pro
- No free trial is listed
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