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ASL Bloom review

A gamified ASL app with 23 modules, an 11,000-video dictionary and two free lessons every day.

By the HearSmart research desk · Updated November 8, 2026

Performance (40%)
8.9
Ease of use (25%)
9.0
Value (35%)
8.5

ASL Bloom turns ASL into a daily habit with short, game-like lessons guided by two characters, Bloom and her dog Joy. The course runs across 23 modules with over 120 video lessons and more than 1300 signs and sentences, and the scenes are practical: introductions, family life, school, service counters and emergencies. Native Deaf signers present the content, and lessons on grammar and Deaf culture sit next to the vocabulary. The dictionary is a highlight, with 11,000 videos of signs, variants and phrases that you can browse on the ASL Bloom website. ASL Bloom also says it suits parents of Deaf children and baby signing. The free tier gives you two lessons every day, which is enough to test the method, while Premium starts at $9.99 a month on the US App Store. The App Store lists several plan prices, so compare before you subscribe.

Who it is for

Families and casual learners who want short daily lessons and a large free dictionary at a lower monthly price.

Price

Two free lessons every day; Premium from $9.99 per month, with 3 month and 1 year plans, on the US App Store.

Learn ASL - 1 month plan $9.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 8, 2026.

Key features

  • 23 modules with over 120 structured video lessons and 1300+ signs and sentences
  • Dictionary with 11,000 videos of signs and sentences from native Deaf signers
  • Story-based curriculum set in places like a cafe, a classroom and service settings
  • Practice quizzes and flashcards aimed at your weak spots
  • Fingerspelling practice with sign recognition

Strengths and weaknesses

  • Strength: Two free lessons every day without paying
  • Strength: Content for kids, parents of Deaf children and baby signing
  • Strength: Lessons on Deaf culture and etiquette alongside the signs
  • Weakness: Full course access needs a Premium subscription
  • Weakness: Several plan prices are listed in the App Store, so check the offer you see
  • Weakness: Course is shorter than Lingvano's 600+ lessons

Key facts

  • Modules: 23
  • Video lessons: Over 120
  • Dictionary: 11,000 videos
  • Free tier: Two free lessons every day
  • Downloads: 2 million, per ASL Bloom

Where it ranks

ASL Bloom is No. 2 in our Best Sign Language Apps verdict.

Alternatives we scored

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