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DoodleSpell vs Spelling Test Buddy
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.
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Choose DoodleSpell if a child aged 5–11 would benefit from structured spelling practice, assignments and progress tracking. School and home subscriptions are available, and the app works offline. Consider the listed DoodleEnglish subscription plans and 7-day trial when choosing an option.
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Spelling Test Buddy offers teachers multiple ways to build lists, assess spelling, and review progress. Consider its student limits and unavailable classroom integrations when deciding whether it fits your setting.
Visit Spelling Test BuddyThe facts
| DoodleSpell | Spelling Test Buddy | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Standard: $49.99 a year |
| Plans published | 5 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | doodlelearning.com | spellingtestbuddy.com |
| On spelling apps | #14 of 25 | #18 of 25 |
DoodleSpell: what it does well
- Curriculum content covers KS1 and KS2 and aligns to EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
- Thousands of exercises, rewards and spelling games.
- Assignments can include custom word lists.
- Parents can track progress and set goals.
- Offline access is available.
What to know first
- A free plan is not offered.
- The listed free trial lasts 7 days.
- Subscriptions include DoodleEnglish as well as DoodleSpell.
Spelling Test Buddy: what it does well
- More than 850 pre-made word lists
- Tests read words and sentences aloud
- Adaptive practice uses spaced repetition
- Students can test without accounts
- Exports results as PDFs or CSVs
What to know first
- No free plan
- Standard plan is limited to 150 students
- Not distributed through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store
- Google Classroom support and Clever rostering are not yet available
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