# LookUp: English Dictionary App

> Vocabulary Builder & Thesaurus

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id872564448](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id872564448)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id872564448`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Squircle Apps LLP
- **Category:** Reference
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (3,115 ratings)
- **Version:** 12.1.6
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-21
- **First published:** 2014-05-29
- **Size:** 520 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-04
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lookup-english-dictionary-app/id872564448)
- **Website:** [https://squircleapps.com](https://squircleapps.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://squircleapps.com/lookUp/privacy/](https://squircleapps.com/lookUp/privacy/)

## Description

Build your English vocabulary the smart way with LookUp. It blends an Oxford-powered dictionary, an illustrated Word of the Day, and personal word collections to help new words stick.

Look up words instantly for definitions, thesaurus, pronunciations, example sentences, and translations in 20+ languages. Save words, study with flashcards and spaced-repetition quizzes, and prep for exams or everyday conversation. Awards include App Store Editor's Choice, Webby Honoree 2021, and MacStories Update of the Year 2019.

## Rankings

- #32,631 — Overall
- #5 — The Best Dictionary Apps
- #6 — Essential Reference Apps
- #9 — The Best Apps for Homework Help
- #22 — The Best Brain-Training Apps
- #2 — lookup

## Review summary

Users praise LookUp for its clean design and useful Word of the Day feature, with a strong dictionary core and solid watchOS experience. However, many reviews highlight pain points: heavy monetization and limited free access, frequent bugs and performance problems across devices, inconsistent cross-device functionality (Shortcuts, collections, offline support, and desktop access), and occasional subscription persistence issues. The app’s content and design are valued, but pricing and reliability remain major drawbacks.

### Pros

- Uncluttered, visually appealing UI that is easy to use and navigate.
- Word of the Day widget and daily word support is a valued feature.
- Reliable dictionary content that many users find helpful for writing and vocabulary building.
- Strong watchOS experience and design improvements for Apple Watch.

### Cons

- Monetization and paywalls: most features are locked behind LookUp+ and the free tier is very limited.
- Bugs and reliability issues across devices: crashes (especially on Apple Watch), slow searches, and occasional blank previews after updates.
- Cross-device limitations and feature gaps: issues with Shortcuts, collections saving, offline support, and lack of desktop sync.
- Subscription persistence issues: some users report their subscription being forgotten or requiring reinstallation to regain access.

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