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Better Speller
Broomfield, Colorado, United States
What it is
Better Speller is a spelling practice app for creating custom word lists, rehearsing words and tracking test progress. Practice mode allows multiple tries on a word, while Test mode gives one attempt and scores the quiz. Learners can also use Word Search, Spelling Choice, Fill in the Blanks and Unscramble. Lists can include definitions and example sentences, and words can be looked up automatically, 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 further practice. The app supports dictation, corrective practice and Apple Pencil handwriting on iPad. Optional iCloud Sync and Sharing can sync lists, students, folders and results across Apple devices, and share a student's lists through an invitation link in Messages. The privacy policy says app data is stored locally, with no personal information collection or third-party analytics, advertising, crash-reporting or tracking services. A free plan allows up to 35 words, with up to 10 per list, and includes all features. Better Speller is available for Android, iOS and macOS.
For and against
For
- Custom lists can include definitions and example sentences.
- Multiple spelling games and scored tests are included.
- Missed words can return to practice with one tap.
- Free plan includes all features up to 35 words.
Against
- Free plan allows up to 35 words.
- iCloud Sync and Sharing costs $2.99, paid once.
- Unlimited Words costs $4.99, paid once.
The verdict
Better Speller combines custom lists, practice, tests and games with progress history. Learners who need more than 35 words can consider the one-time Unlimited Words purchase; optional iCloud sharing has a separate listed charge.
Who it suits
It may suit learners working on weekly spelling homework, homeschool lessons, test preparation, summer learning, or ESL and language study. The listed practice modes and custom lists also support adults or educators organizing word practice.
Plans and prices
Free trial
Up to 35 words · 10 per list · all features included
Read 5 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
iCloud Sync and Sharing
Optional iCloud sync and sharing across Apple devices
Read 5 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Unlimited Words
Unlocks unlimited words · covers iPhone, iPad and Mac
Read 5 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
On the record
- Games
- The app includes Word Search, Spelling Choice, Fill in the Blanks, and Unscramble games.apps.apple.com · read 5 Oct 2026
- Handwriting
- The app supports Apple Pencil handwriting mode on iPad.apps.apple.com · read 5 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The listing describes the app as suited to weekly spelling homework, homeschool curriculum, test prep, summer learning, and ESL and language learners.play.google.com · read 5 Oct 2026
- On-device speech
- The app uses the device's built-in text-to-speech engine, which the privacy policy says processes speech entirely on-device.betterspeller.app · read 5 Oct 2026
- Practice and tests
- Practice mode allows multiple attempts per word, while Test mode gives one chance and scores the quiz.apps.apple.com · read 5 Oct 2026
- 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.betterspeller.app · read 5 Oct 2026
- Product
- Better Speller is a spelling practice app for creating custom word lists, hearing words read aloud, and tracking practice and test progress.betterspeller.app · read 5 Oct 2026
- Progress
- Session history includes scores and missed words, which users can practice again with one tap.apps.apple.com · read 5 Oct 2026
- 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.apps.apple.com · read 5 Oct 2026
- Support
- Google Play lists [email protected] as the support email.play.google.com · read 5 Oct 2026
- Voice features
- Words can be read aloud using adjustable text-to-speech, and users can record their own voice saying words and example sentences.apps.apple.com · read 5 Oct 2026
- Word lists
- Users can add definitions and example sentences to custom lists, look words up automatically, and import or export lists.play.google.com · read 5 Oct 2026
