The Free Dictionary
8.0#3 in online dictionaries$9.99 one-timeFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitThe Free Dictionary vs Vocabulary.com
Vocabulary.com
6.9#15 in online dictionariesFrom $59.99 a yearAndroidiOSWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | The Free Dictionary | Vocabulary.com |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | Farlex says it was founded in 2004, while TheFreeDictionary launched in 2003. | 2008 |
| Headquarters | Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania, United States | San Mateo, California, United States |
| Integrations | The app listing says other apps can access The Free Dictionary through API calls and directs developers to contact Farlex for instructions. | School and district plans support single sign-on options including Google Apps for Education, Clever Instant Login, ClassLink, and Microsoft ADFS. |
The Free Dictionary plans
- Classic free appFree
- The Free Dictionary appFree
- The Free Dictionary websiteFree
- Ad-free upgrade$5.99, paid once
- Dictionary Pro$9.99, paid once
Vocabulary.com plans
- Learner subscription — 1 month$12.99 a month
- Learner subscription — 6 months$39.99 a month
- Learner subscription — 12 months$59.99 a year
- Classroom license—
- School or district site licensePriced on request
Pick The Free Dictionary if…
It suits readers who want a broad reference library with vocabulary tools, translation lookup, and offline English dictionary access. It may also suit developers seeking API access, though the listing directs them to contact Farlex for instructions.
Pick Vocabulary.com if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.