Head-to-head · Sign Language Apps
SpreadTheSign vs British Sign
SpreadTheSign leads on 0 checks, British Sign on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreSpreadTheSign · 8.6/10
- Free planboth
- Most featuresBritish Sign · 2 of 3
SpreadTheSign scores higher on our rubric for sign language apps: 8.6 against 7.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #6.
On lesson format, British Sign gives you Mixed where SpreadTheSign offers Video.
SpreadTheSign is the better fit for people comparing multiple sign languages. British Sign is the better fit for low-cost, self-paced BSL learners.
- SpreadTheSign fits best
People comparing multiple sign languages
- British Sign fits best
Low-cost, self-paced BSL learners
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Side by side
| Feature | SpreadTheSign 8.6/10 Visit ↗ | British Sign 7.7/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.6 | 7.7 |
| Ranking | #3 in Sign Language Apps | #6 in Sign Language Apps |
| Best for | People comparing multiple sign languages | Low-cost, self-paced BSL learners |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | £5 one-time |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Email, Docs | Email, Live chat, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features SpreadTheSign 1/3 · British Sign 2/3 | ||
| Offline access | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Dictionary lookup | ✓ | ✓ |
| Progress tracking | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Signed languages | ASL, BSL, and 21 more sign languages | British Sign Language (BSL) |
| Lesson format | Video | Mixed |
| Supported platforms | web, ios, android | web |
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| Our verdict | SpreadTheSign is a multilingual sign-language dictionary for learners, families, educators, interpreters, and anyone who needs a sign reference. Available on the web, iOS, and Android, it supports ASL, BSL, and 21 more sign languages. Its… Read the review → |
British Sign is an online introductory British Sign Language learning service for beginners, individual learners, schools, community groups and organisations enrolling multiple learners. Its ten-section self-study course combines video… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
SpreadTheSign — where it wins
- Covers ASL, BSL, and 21 additional sign languages
- Searches words, sentence examples, and multilingual sign videos
- Includes comparisons, slow playback, favorites, and fingerspelling
Where it doesn't
- Learning and progress features are limited
- The broad language coverage may not replace a structured course
- Premium app features require the Pro Version
British Sign — where it wins
- One-time pricing starts at £5 with Pay What You Can options
- Ten-section course includes videos, assessments and retakes
- Dictionary, fingerspelling tools and printable resources support practice
Where it doesn't
- Course access lasts two years from first login
- Available through web browsers rather than a dedicated app
- Focuses on British Sign Language rather than multiple signed languages
- SpreadTheSign8.6/10 · Free plan
A free-to-start video dictionary for comparing 23 sign languages.
Visit SpreadTheSignFull verdict → - British Sign7.7/10 · Free plan
A low-cost, self-paced BSL course with useful practice and progress tools.
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SpreadTheSign vs British Sign: questions
Which is better for sign language apps, SpreadTheSign or British Sign?
SpreadTheSign scores higher on our rubric for sign language apps: 8.6 against 7.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #6.
How do SpreadTheSign and British Sign compare?
All 3 checks we put side by side come out level: neither leads on any.
Do SpreadTheSign and British Sign have a free plan?
SpreadTheSign: Yes. British Sign: Yes.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
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