Wordstone vs Prodigy English: a spelling-first alternative
Prodigy English is a reading and language game for grades 1-6. Wordstone is all about spelling, from kindergarten up: every spell in the game is a spelling word. Here's how they differ, so you can pick what suits your child.
 Wordstone | Prodigy English | |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Spelling and phonics | “Reading and language” skills; a separate game from Prodigy Math |
| Dedicated spelling practice | Every spell in the game is a spelling word | Not mentioned |
| Kindergarten | Included: K-5 | Grades 1-6 only |
| What's free | The full story, all 8 realms, every word, pet and spell | “All in-game English content” and core gameplay |
| Paid plan | Hero Membership: $2.99 for the first month, then $5.99/month, or $59/year | From $9.95 to $14.95/month, or $74.95 to $99.95/year |
| Pricing for several children | One price for the family, up to 4 children | 25% off when you buy memberships for multiple children |
| Your school's spelling list | Parents type it in, free, and the game mixes it into battles | Not mentioned |
| Personalized printables | Practice sheets and certificates, with Hero Membership | Not mentioned |
| Weekly progress email | With Hero Membership | Not mentioned |
| Parent tools | A free dashboard; detailed reports and a weekly email with Hero Membership | “Dashboard functionality and membership management” |
| What paid plans add | Looks, pet costumes, events, bonus areas, surprise rewards and parent tools; never a game advantage | More Wishcoins, gold and store coins, extra store items and gifts |
Prodigy English details are from its own website, as we read it on November 7, 2026, and may have changed: Prodigy English memberships. “Not mentioned” means the page we read doesn't mention it. Wordstone is in playtesting. Prodigy English is a trademark of its owner, and Wordstone isn't connected with it.
Wordstone may suit you if
- Spelling is the skill you want to focus on
- Your child is in kindergarten, or you want your school's weekly word list in the game
- You have several children and want one family price
- You'd like printable sheets built from your child's own tricky words
Prodigy English may suit you better if
- You want practice across reading and language skills, not just spelling
- Your child already plays Prodigy and enjoys it, or their school uses it
