Sign BSL

Free#7 of 34 in Sign Language Apps

Sign BSL: A free BSL dictionary with video lookup, variations, vocabulary levels and saved offline signs. Ranked #7 of 34 in Sign Language Apps by our editors (7.6/10); pricing: Free plan; best for free BSL dictionary users needing offline access.

7.6/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
7.6 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Free BSL dictionary users needing offline access
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Signed languages
British Sign Language (BSL)
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

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

Our verdict on Sign BSL

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 vocabulary associated with GCSE, Signature Level 1 and Signature Level 2. The service is available on the web, iOS and Android, giving users a lookup tool across desktop and mobile platforms.

The published offering is free, with a Free plan covering search and viewing of BSL sign videos. The website provides free unlimited access to more than 21,000 video signs. Its feature set is focused on reference and repetition: users can save favourite signs, view saved favourites offline, and adjust playback speed. The iOS app specifically supports favourites and offline viewing, while the companion mobile apps support searching and viewing signs. This makes Sign BSL a practical fit for users who want to check a sign quickly or keep selected vocabulary available without an internet connection.

Its limits are clearest for buyers seeking a complete course rather than a dictionary. Sign BSL provides curriculum vocabulary and video content, but it does not offer verified structured learning or progress tracking. Offline use is centered on saved favourites, and the service is dedicated to BSL rather than a wider set of signed languages. Choose Sign BSL if your priority is free BSL lookup, sign variation reference and saved video access. Consider a different app if you need guided lessons, measurable study progress or support for languages beyond British Sign Language.

Questions about Sign BSL

Does Sign BSL have a free plan? Yes, there is a free plan.

What does Sign BSL run on? Web, iOS and Android. It runs in the cloud and as a mobile app.

Who is Sign BSL built for? Solo users (our editorial estimate).

Your product? Our editors can test Sign BSL in depth and publish a review, labelled as paid · from $149/mo →

Sign BSL pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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Sign BSL fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Signed languages	British Sign Language (BSL)
Lesson format	Video
Offline access	Yes
Dictionary lookup	Yes
Progress tracking	Not verified
Supported platforms	web, iOS, Android
Deployment	Cloud, Mobile
Platforms	Web, iOS, Android
Support	Email
Built for	Solo (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan (source)
Website	signbsl.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

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