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Lingoes 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.
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Lingoes offers offline dictionary lookup, pronunciation support, and tools for managing and revisiting words. The Free plan includes ads and in-app purchases.
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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.
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| Lingoes | The Free Dictionary | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, Windows | 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 | lingoes.net | thefreedictionary.com |
| On online dictionaries | #18 of 39 | #22 of 39 |
Lingoes: what it does well
- Dictionary listings cover over 80 languages
- Works offline
- Supports LD2 and LDX dictionary files
- Includes human pronunciation audio
- Saves translation history and favorite words
What to know first
- Free plan includes ads
- Free plan includes in-app purchases
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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