Encyclopedias: best apps and software

Wikipedia

The Wikipedia app allows users to browse, read, and contribute to a vast encyclopedia across various subjects and languages.

IMDb

The IMDb app provides extensive information on movies, TV shows, and celebrities, including ratings, reviews, and production details.

Grokipedia

Grokipedia is an AI-powered online encyclopedia offering searchable, citation-backed articles in clear headings, available in JSON and designed for concise, neutral reference.

Python Wiki

The Python Wiki is a user-editable resource offering documentation, tutorials, and community content focused on the Python programming language.

Fandom

Fandom is a wiki hosting platform for entertainment topics, allowing users to create, share, and discuss content about movies, TV shows, and video games.

Encyclopædia Britannica

The Encyclopædia Britannica app offers reliable information across various subjects with articles, a chatbot for queries, and educational resources like quizzes.

Emojipedia

Emojipedia is an emoji search engine that provides detailed information about emojis, including meanings, usage, and design variations across platforms.

Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy

The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy app provides access to nearly 1800 expert-reviewed entries on philosophical topics, updated regularly and with citation information.

Simple English Wikipedia

The Simple English Wikipedia app provides access to articles in simple English, aiding learners in exploring various topics easily and supporting offline reading.

ArchWiki

ArchWiki is a documentation app for Arch Linux users, offering guides on installation, configuration, and troubleshooting for various Linux topics.

OpenStreetMap Wiki

OpenStreetMap Wiki is a resource for documenting and sharing geographic data, enabling contributions and access to mapping information for various uses.

Ubuntu Wiki

Ubuntu Wiki is an online resource providing documentation, guides, and community support for users and developers of the Ubuntu operating system.

Minecraft Wiki

Minecraft Wiki is an app providing detailed information about Minecraft, including gameplay mechanics, crafting recipes, and guides for players.

Debian Wiki

Debian Wiki is a collaborative resource providing detailed documentation and support for users and developers of the Debian operating system.

Vocaloid Database

VocaDB is a collaborative online database for Vocaloid, UTAU, and singing synthesizers, providing information on artists, songs, and music videos.

World History Encyclopedia

The World History Encyclopedia app provides access to fact-checked historical articles, images, and resources, serving as a reference tool for learners and researchers.

AllMusic

AllMusic app offers detailed information about artists, albums, and genres, including reviews and recommendations for discovering new music.

The Apple Wiki

The Apple Wiki app is an unofficial resource that compiles information about Apple devices, software, and innovations for easy user access.

Gentoo Wiki

Gentoo Wiki is an extensive documentation resource for Gentoo Linux, offering guides on installation, configuration, and system optimization for users.

The World Factbook

The World Factbook app provides comprehensive almanac-style information about global countries, including geography, economy, and demographics for research and reference.

Chromeball Wiki

Chromeball Wiki is a community platform for r/Chromeball fans to explore and create articles about characters inspired by the Polandball series.

Ballotpedia

Ballotpedia is an app providing detailed information on elections, candidates, and voting methods, promoting civic engagement and understanding of the electoral process.

OrthodoxWiki

OrthodoxWiki is an editable encyclopedia offering comprehensive information about Orthodox Christianity, including its history, doctrine, and practices.

Worldatlas.com

Worldatlas.com is an online platform providing geographic information, maps, and educational resources about the earth's regions, countries, and cultures.

Polcompball Wiki

The Polcompball Wiki app provides information on various political ideologies and concepts through engaging visuals and detailed explanations.

Marvel Database

The Marvel Database is an online resource that catalogues Marvel Comics characters, comics, storylines, and media, allowing users to explore and contribute information.

抖音百科

Douyin Encyclopedia is an informational app that provides comprehensive knowledge about the Douyin platform, its features, and its impact on Chinese social media.

Symbols.com

Symbols.com is an encyclopedia app for exploring various symbols, signs, flags, and glyphs by categories, alphabetically, or through keyword searches.

百度百科

Baidu Baike is a Chinese-language online encyclopedia that offers comprehensive information across various subjects, allowing user contributions and collaborative editing.

Computer Science Wiki

The Computer Science Wiki is an online resource for learning IB Computer Science topics and programming courses, offering structured information for all skill levels.

Metapedia

Metapedia is a collaborative online encyclopedia focused on culture, art, science, philosophy, and politics, allowing users to create and edit articles.

Polcompball Anarchy Wiki

The Polcompball Anarchy Wiki app offers a platform to explore and create articles on various political ideologies in a fun, informal manner.

Bulbapedia

Bulbapedia is a user-contributed encyclopedia on Pokémon, providing detailed information on species, games, media, and gameplay mechanics.

Killed By Google

Killed By Google is an open-source app that catalogs discontinued Google services, products, and apps, providing insights into their historical context and reasons for termination.

SCP Wiki

The SCP Wiki app provides access to user-generated stories and articles about anomalous objects, entities, and phenomena related to the fictional SCP Foundation.

MSD Veterinary Manual

Provides authoritative veterinary reference on animal diseases, diagnostics, treatment, preventive care, husbandry, and herd management for veterinarians and animal health professionals.

Hacks Guide Wiki

Hacks Guide Wiki is a resource providing information on homebrew and custom firmware for Nintendo consoles like the 3DS, Wii U, Switch, and Wii.

Terraria Wiki

Terraria Wiki is a comprehensive reference app for the game Terraria, providing information on gameplay mechanics, items, enemies, and world generation.

AniDB

AniDB is a community platform and database for anime that offers information on titles, characters, and creators, allowing users to track, catalog, and discuss anime.

Wikiparfum

Wikiparfum is an encyclopedia for perfume lovers, offering a searchable database of fragrances, their ingredients, and user insights to enhance fragrance knowledge.

Ark Wiki

The Ark Wiki app is a resource for ARK: Survival Evolved, providing details on gameplay, creatures, crafting, maps, and strategies to aid players.

Biographies.net

Biographies.net is an app that provides detailed biographies of various individuals, offering facts about their lives, professions, and achievements.

Date Everything Wiki

The Date Everything Wiki app is a collaborative platform for documenting and sharing dates related to historical events, anniversaries, and more.

HowStuffWorks

The HowStuffWorks app offers educational articles, videos, and podcasts explaining various topics like science, technology, and culture for easy understanding.

Farming Simulator Wiki

The Farming Simulator Wiki app provides detailed information on Farming Simulator games, including guides on maps, vehicles, equipment, and gameplay mechanics.

Got Questions?

A Bible Q&A app with over 9,300 articles, searchable by topic or keyword, with bookmarks, offline updates, and question submission.

Serebii.net

The Serebii.net app provides up-to-date news and databases for all Pokémon games, TCG sets, and the TV show, serving as a comprehensive resource for fans.

Scratch Wiki

Scratch Wiki is a collaborative resource that offers information and tutorials on Scratch programming, its features, and community projects for users of all skill levels.

Wikipedia Librery

The Wikipedia Library app provides access to over 100 subscription-only databases in 30 languages for Wikipedia editors and contributors.

Philosophyball Wiki

Philosophyball Wiki is a community-driven app providing accessible information on various philosophical concepts and movements through a collaborative wiki format.

Kiwix

Kiwix provides offline access to Wikipedia and other educational content, allowing users to download and store information for learning without internet connectivity.

Yugipedia

Yugipedia is a free app that provides a comprehensive database of the Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise, including cards, episodes, and character information.

Birds of the World

Delivers searchable species accounts with taxonomy, descriptions, range maps, photos, audio, observations and references, combining scholarly sources, eBird data and Macaulay Library media.

Wikispecies

Wikispecies is a collaborative online database cataloging all species, providing taxonomic and classification information for scientists and researchers.

Lost Media Wiki

Lost Media Wiki is an app that documents and preserves information about lost media, allowing users to contribute to a collaborative database of inaccessible content.

The Backrooms Wiki

The Backrooms Wiki app documents the levels, entities, and lore of The Backrooms, offering a structured resource for fans and creators of this fictional universe.

WikiExplore

WikiExplore lets users discover Wikipedia articles through an interactive map using geolocation, providing previews linked to related resources.

Treccani

Provides direct access to Treccani’s Italian encyclopedia and vocabulary, magazines, news, cultural events, courses, catalog and collections, with advanced search and a grammar/linguistic reference.

PCGamingWiki

PCGamingWiki lists fixes and workarounds for PC games, providing solutions for gameplay issues, performance optimization, and configuration tips.

コトバンク

コトバンク is an online dictionary and knowledge platform that provides comprehensive definitions and information on Japanese words, culture, and various subjects.