# Lilu - Learn Chinese Fast — Real Mandarin, One Scroll Away

> Learn Mandarin through real, unscripted Chinese video clips with interactive transcripts. (iPhone/iPad app by sergey litau.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lilu-learn-chinese-fast/id6806532910 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [sergey litau](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896562182)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 92 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-09-24
- Data updated: 2026-10-03
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lilu-learn-chinese-fast/id6806532910/reviews.md

## What is Lilu?

Stop scrolling for nothing. Start scrolling for Chinese.

Lilu turns a habit you already have — swiping through short videos — into real progress in Mandarin. Every clip is real, unscripted Chinese, spoken by a native speaker. You swipe to the next one exactly the way you already do on every other app. The only difference is what's left in your head afterward.

HOW IT WORKS
- Watch a short native Chinese video with a synchronized transcript underneath it.
- Tap any word to see its meaning and hear it spoken in context. Press Save word to keep it — a tap only shows you the word, so nothing lands in your vocabulary unless you decide it should.
- Search your saved words or the full clip library any time, in Chinese, pinyin, or English.
- Your feed adapts to your level, your goals, and the topics you actually want to watch, set once during onboarding and adjustable anytime in Profile.

WHY IT'S DIFFERENT
Every word's pronunciation comes from a real clip of a real person saying it, not a synthetic voice pretending to be one. Every transcript is checked by hand before it reaches your feed. There is no textbook pacing and no forced drills — just enough structure to turn watching into learning.

PRICING — NO FREE TIER
Lilu is a paid app from the first screen. Onboarding and the product demo are free to go through, but the learning feed itself requires an active plan.
- Monthly — $9.99/month
- Yearly — $49.99/year, with a 7-day free trial
- Founding Lifetime — $79.99 once. Pay once and keep Lilu forever. Limited to the first 200 buyers, then it's gone for good.

Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. A subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple ID account settings after purchase. Any unused part of a free trial is forfeited when you buy a subscription.

WHO IT'S FOR
Complete beginners who don't know a single character yet, and returning learners who understand simple Chinese but want it to become automatic. Lilu asks about your level in plain language, with no test required to get started.

Lilu is not a textbook, not a flashcard deck, and not a chatbot. It's a feed. Scroll it like you mean it.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://lilu.litau.app/privacy
Terms of Service: https://lilu.litau.app/terms

## Key features

- Real native Chinese video clips
- Synchronized transcripts
- Tap-to-translate words
- Save vocabulary
- Adaptive learning feed
- Searchable clip library

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lilu Pro Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Lilu Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lilu Pro Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |


## Is Lilu safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess Lilu.

## Is Lilu legit?

Lilu - Learn Chinese Fast appears legitimate, with a few gaps. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Lilu is 65 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lilu-learn-chinese-fast/id6806532910/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Very good

*2026-10-01*

I really enjoy using Lilu to learn Chinese! The app is fun, easy to use, and makes studying much more engaging. Everything is well-designed and convenient, and I especially love how easy it is to practice regularly. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn Chinese in a fun and simple way!

### 5/5 — 🔥No App like this 🔥

*2026-09-26*

Well worth the purchase , this app features great real-time Chinese Mandarin with variety of peoples accents and can see in subtitles what every word means and can save the words to study later on and very flexible to save the words & videos I wanna review later , App is 10/10 ~

**Developer response:** Thank you a lot! I appreciate it ❤️🙏

## Frequently asked questions about Lilu

### What is Lilu's learning methodology?

Lilu uses real, unscripted Chinese video clips with synchronized transcripts. Users swipe through videos like a social media feed, tapping words for definitions and saving them to a personal vocabulary. The feed adapts to the user's level and interests, offering a less structured, more immersive learning experience than traditional methods.

### How does Lilu track user progress?

Lilu adapts the learning feed to the user's level, goals, and interests, which are set during onboarding and adjustable in the profile. While not explicitly detailing progress tracking metrics, the adaptive nature of the feed suggests it monitors user interaction and learning to tailor content.

### Does Lilu offer certifications?

The provided information does not mention any certifications offered by Lilu. The app focuses on practical language acquisition through video content and vocabulary building.

### What are the pricing options for Lilu?

Lilu is a paid app with no free tier for the learning feed. Options include a monthly plan at $9.99/month, a yearly plan at $49.99/year with a 7-day free trial, and a limited Founding Lifetime option for $79.99 once.

### How can I cancel my Lilu subscription?

Subscriptions can be managed or canceled in your Apple ID account settings after purchase. A subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.

### Is Lilu suitable for young children?

Lilu has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is suitable for children. The app's interactive video format and focus on vocabulary may appeal to younger learners, though the content is designed for a broad audience.

### How often is Lilu updated?

The app was last updated on September 30, 2026, with the latest version being 1.1. This suggests a relatively recent update, but further information on update frequency is not provided.

### What devices does Lilu support?

Lilu currently supports iPhones. Information regarding compatibility with other Apple devices like iPads or Android devices is not specified.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.1.1 — 2026-10-02

This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 1.1 — 2026-09-30

New in 1.1:
• The app is now available in 8 languages — English, Russian, German, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Turkish, Indonesian — with word meanings shown in your language too.
• Sign in with Apple or Google (optional): your saved words and progress go with you to a new phone.
• Dark theme that follows your phone's setting.
• Achievements to mark your progress.
• Full-screen video.
• Replay any word straight from its clip.
• New: spaced-repetition review for your saved words.
• HSK word lists to grow your vocabulary faster.
• Redesigned Settings.

### 1.0 — 2026-09-25

No release notes.

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