Better Speller vs SpellBoard
Better Speller
betterspeller.appSpellBoard
spellboard.comSide by side
| Figure | Better Speller | SpellBoard |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 3 | 1 |
| Spec score · Spelling Apps | 8.3 (#9) | 8.4 (#7) |
| Privacy | The privacy policy says app data is stored locally and that Better Speller does not collect personal information or use third-party analytics, advertising, crash-reporting, or tracking services. | The developer reports that the app does not collect data; Apple says this information has not been verified by Apple. |
| Sharing and sync | Optional iCloud Sync and Sharing can sync word lists, students, folders, and results across Apple devices and share a student's lists by invitation link in Messages. | Quizzes can be shared and synchronized across SpellBoard, SpellBoard Buddy and SpellBoard Mac. |
| Word lists | Users can add definitions and example sentences to custom lists, look words up automatically, and import or export lists. | Words can include definitions, sentences, synonyms, antonyms, notes, and images. |
Plans
Better Speller
- Free trialFree
- iCloud Sync and Sharing$2.99, paid once
- Unlimited Words$4.99, paid once
In their own words
Better Speller
Better Speller is a spelling practice app for creating custom word lists, hearing words aloud, and tracking practice and test progress. Practice mode allows multiple attempts per word, while Test mode gives one attempt and scores the quiz. Games include Word Search, Spelling Choice, Fill in the Blanks, and Unscramble. Lists can contain definitions and example sentences; words can be looked up automatically, and lists can be imported or exported. Adjustable text-to-speech reads words aloud, and users can record their own voice saying words and example sentences. Session history shows scores and missed words for another practice round. Apple Pencil handwriting mode is supported on iPad. Optional iCloud Sync and Sharing can sync lists, students, folders, and results across Apple devices, while invitations can share a student's lists through Messages. The privacy policy says app data is stored locally and that speech processing happens on-device. The free trial includes all features, up to 35 words, and up to 10 per list. One-time purchases are 2.99 USD for iCloud Sync and Sharing and 4.99 USD for Unlimited Words. The listed platforms are Android, iOS, and macOS.
SpellBoard
SpellBoard has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.