Head-to-head · Sign Language Apps
SpreadTheSign vs Sign BSL
SpreadTheSign leads on 0 checks, Sign BSL 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 featuresSign BSL · 2 of 3
SpreadTheSign scores higher on our rubric for sign language apps: 8.6 against 7.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.
SpreadTheSign is the better fit for people comparing multiple sign languages. Sign BSL is the better fit for free BSL dictionary users needing offline access.
- SpreadTheSign fits best
People comparing multiple sign languages
- Sign BSL fits best
Free BSL dictionary users needing offline access
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Side by side
| Feature | SpreadTheSign 8.6/10 Visit ↗ | Sign BSL 7.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.6 | 7.6 |
| Ranking | #3 in Sign Language Apps | #7 in Sign Language Apps |
| Best for | People comparing multiple sign languages | Free BSL dictionary users needing offline access |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free |
| Starting price | — | Free |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Docs | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo |
| Features SpreadTheSign 1/3 · Sign BSL 2/3 | ||
| Offline access | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Dictionary lookup | ✓ | ✓ |
| Progress tracking | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Signed languages | ASL, BSL, and 21 more sign languages | British Sign Language (BSL) |
| Lesson format | Video | Video |
| Supported platforms | web, ios, android | web, iOS, Android |
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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 → |
Sign BSL is a British Sign Language video dictionary for learners, teachers and the Deaf community. It supports word and phrase searches, video sign playback, variation comparisons and alphabetical browsing. Users can also browse… 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
Sign BSL — where it wins
- Free access to more than 21,000 BSL video signs
- Search phrases, compare variations and browse by learning level
- Save favourite signs for offline viewing on supported mobile apps
Where it doesn't
- No published structured learning path or progress tracking
- Offline access focuses on saved favourites rather than the full dictionary
- Designed for 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 → - Sign BSL7.6/10 · Free plan
A free BSL dictionary with video lookup, variations, vocabulary levels and saved offline signs.
Visit Sign BSLFull verdict →
SpreadTheSign vs Sign BSL: questions
Which is better for sign language apps, SpreadTheSign or Sign BSL?
SpreadTheSign scores higher on our rubric for sign language apps: 8.6 against 7.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.
How do SpreadTheSign and Sign BSL compare?
All 3 checks we put side by side come out level: neither leads on any.
Do SpreadTheSign and Sign BSL have a free plan?
SpreadTheSign: Yes. Sign BSL: Yes.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
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