SpellSmart
SpellSmart is a free iOS app for practicing spelling, including preparation for UIL Spelling.
What SpellSmart is
SpellSmart is a free iOS app for practicing spelling, including preparation for UIL Spelling. In Solo Mode, it reads a word aloud and the student types the spelling to check the answer. Buddy Mode lets a friend hold the phone while the student spells aloud and the buddy checks the response. Students can use current UIL words or upload their own lists, then bookmark words for later practice. The app is described as helping students of all ages, especially ESL students, and can be used independently or with a parent. The Free plan is listed as free. The App Store lists iPhone compatibility, a 4+ age rating, and a requirement of iOS 15.1 or later. The developer indicates that user content, including photos or videos, may be collected without being linked to the user; Apple says it has not verified that disclosure. SpellSmart won the Congressional App Challenge and was recognized by U.S. Representative John Carter and Senator John Cornyn.
Good
- Solo Mode reads words aloud for typed practice
- Buddy Mode supports spoken spelling practice
- Students can upload their own word lists
- Bookmarks save words for repeat practice
Watch out
- Requires iOS 15.1 or later
- App Store lists iPhone compatibility
Who it suits
SpellSmart suits students practicing UIL spelling, particularly ESL students, and those who want to practice alone or with a parent or friend.
Verdict
SpellSmart offers two practice modes and lets students bring their own words or use current UIL lists. It is a focused option for iPhone users who meet its iOS requirement.
Plans and prices
From SpellSmart's own pricing page, checked 9 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Free download; no other plan limits stated |
The facts
Each one read from SpellSmart's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Age rating
- The App Store lists the app with a 4+ age rating.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Bookmarks
- Students can bookmark words and practice them again from a saved list.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Buddy practice
- In Buddy Mode, a friend holds the phone while the student spells words aloud, and the buddy checks the answer.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Compatibility
- The App Store lists iPhone compatibility and requires iOS 15.1 or later.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Competition recognition
- The UIL resources page says SpellSmart won the Congressional App Challenge and was recognized by U.S. Representative John Carter and Senator John Cornyn.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The app is described as helping students of all ages, especially ESL students, practice spelling by themselves or with a parent.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Privacy disclosure
- The developer indicates that user content, including photos or videos, may be collected but not linked to the user; Apple says this disclosure has not been verified by Apple.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- SpellSmart is a mobile app that uses AI to help students practice for UIL Spelling.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Solo practice
- In Solo Mode, the app reads words aloud and students type their spelling to check whether it is correct.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Support contact
- The UIL resources page lists [email protected] as the contact email for SpellSmart.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Word lists
- Students can upload their own words, and the app includes current UIL words for practice.checked 9 Oct 2026
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