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Wikipedia
Wikimedia Foundation · Free · Reference · 4.3 (6,315 ratings)
What it does
Save articles to reading lists and read them later with no internet. From 5 apps that still work in airplane mode.
The developer describes it as: “The official Wikipedia app for iOS helps you explore the world’s largest free knowledge project — ad-free and free of charge, forever.”
Alternatives to Wikipedia
The closest alternatives to Wikipedia are Organic Maps, MusicPal, Sky Guide and Chess - Offline Board Game — 4 apps from the list Wikipedia appears on, “5 apps that still work in airplane mode”, each answering the same moment a different way.
Organic MapsDownload the map once; search and navigation then work with no connection.
MusicPalAudio files you import play with no connection, on a plane or underground.
Sky GuideHold it up to the sky to name stars, with or without Wi-Fi or signal.
Chess - Offline
Board GamePlay the computer offline at eight levels, with hints and undo.
Price and ratings
| App | Price | App Store rating | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wikipedia | Free | 4.3 (6,315) | Reference |
| Organic Maps | Free | 4.7 (3,447) | Navigation |
| MusicPal | Free | 5.0 (2) | Music |
| Sky Guide | Free | 4.8 (375,771) | Reference |
| Chess - Offline Board Game | Free | 4.9 (67,934) | Games |
Wikipedia and its alternatives, as the App Store listed them on 2026-10-06.
Wikipedia is free to download from the iOS App Store and holds 4.3 out of 5 from 6,315 ratings, checked on 2026-10-06. Prices and ratings go stale; the App Store is the live source.
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