| Feature | Electronic dictionary | Paper dictionary |
| Vocabulary | Up to 1,000,000 words | 300,000 max |
| Speech | English and foreign | No |
| Updates | Manual, PC and Internet | No |
| Search/Search speed (average on 50 words) | 2.1 sec | 15.6 sec |
| Interactive Learning Functions | Irregular Verbs, Idioms, Dialogs, Sentence Structure, Accent correction, Grammar | No |
| Testing functions | TOEFL, SAT | No |
| Additional features | Databank, reference book, voice recorder, scientific calculator, email, fax, PC-synchronization | No |
| Power supply | 2-3AAA batteries | No need |
| Size | Average 6 x 3 x 1 " | 7 x 10 " |
| Weight | Average 3-5 oz | Average 15-25 oz |
| Mobility (1 to 10) | 9 | 4 |
| Price | $49 - $399 | $70 - $200 |
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