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Michel Thomas Language Library

Michel Thomas Language Library

Learn languages naturally

157 ratings
99 reviews
📚 Education
✈️ Travel
Free

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Released
October 1, 2018
Updated
November 6, 2026

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Hachette UK (Holdings)Limited
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Learn languages by listening and speaking from the first lesson, without memorization or note-taking. This method focuses on intuitive understanding and building sentences naturally. Try any language for free for 20 minutes.

✓Learn by listening, not memorizing
✓Build sentences from day one
✓No note-taking or homework
✓Mistakes are learning opportunities
✓Courses led by real teachers
✓20 languages available
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What users say about Michel Thomas Language Library

Reviews of Michel Thomas Language Library are mixed: the Education app is rated 4.2/5 from 157 App Store ratings. What users like most: excellent language learning methodology, effective speaking-focused approach. Top complaints: frequent app crashes and freezing, play/pause button unreliable. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🧠Excellent language learning methodology
  • 🎯Effective speaking-focused approach
  • 📱Convenient offline access to lessons
  • ⏱️Flexible short lesson format
  • 🚗Great for learning while driving
  • 💡Intuitive natural language acquisition
  • 👥Engaging student interaction in recordings
  • 📚Comprehensive course content

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent app crashes and freezing
  • ⏸️Play/pause button unreliable
  • 💰High pricing compared to competitors
  • 🔐Account access and login issues
  • 📉Poor customer support responsiveness
  • 🔄Purchased content disappears after updates
  • ⚠️Incompatibility with iOS updates
  • 📍Loss of progress tracking
  • 🎨Poor user interface design
  • 📥Extremely slow download speeds
  • 🔊Inconsistent audio quality
  • 🔗Confusing track numbering system
  • 📱Lock screen pause functionality broken
  • 🎧AirPods/headset controls unresponsive
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What's New in Michel Thomas Language Library

3.0

November 6, 2026

This update includes performance enhancements and minor bug fixes to keep the app running seamlessly.

Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

$11.99

Pack of 12 Credits

Removed from the App Store on November 6, 2026. Pack of 12 Credits

User reviews

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Great course.

Great course. Had issues with app where I couldn’t use it for a couple of days but these were sorted fairly quickly.
PPony_Hof

Amazing

I’ve been doing other apps for a while, but this is sensational. Great way to learn.
KKtWAus

Response from developer

Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We're so thrilled to hear that you're enjoying learning with the Michel Thomas method! We greatly appreciate feedback from our valued customers; it motivates us to keep building and making the platform more enjoyable and useful for the users! Did you know that we have 19 languages to offer on our platform, with more to add in the future! We hope that you continue on this language journey with us and wish you all the very best! For any further queries or feedbacks, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at support@michelthomas.com.

Ridiculously expensive

I could go to France and get a personal tutor for this amount of money.
LLouMaximus

Best kept secret in language learning

I don’t understand why this is not ranked higher or used by more people. It is hands down the only method that puts the language in your head and gets you learning through speaking. I can’t be bothered with games. I love love love listening to this and figuring out the language and hearing myself speak.
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Nnewparlon

Response from developer

Thank you for your 5* review. It sounds like you've tried a few language learning methods - we are delighted to hear that you love the Michel Thomas Method the most. Leaving reviews helps others discover the Michel Thomas Method and learn languages effectively too; we are happy you're not keeping it a secret! Did you know we have 19 languages on offer so far, with plans to add new courses too - we wonder which language you will choose next. Wishing you all the best for your language learning :)

Expensive now

I have bought the entire Michel Thomas Spanish, German and Greek courses as apps in the past more than once, but after a couple of years they stop working. Now they no longer exist in the app shop and have to be bought from the website to add to the app. The Foundation courses are far more expensive than they used to be and there is no option of buying them lesson by lesson. I can’t afford to pay out £80 in one go for the Greek foundation course and it’s very annoying that ai should have to when I have bought the course at least twice before.
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ZZanja123

Response from developer

Please reach out to our friendly support team at support@michelthomas.com so we can assist you - if you have previously purchased courses on our legacy app you do not have to repurchase these courses. Our support team are looking forward to hearing from you so we can sort this out for you asap.

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Reported Bugs

16 issues

App crashes on login

Bug

App crashes when opening audio files

Bug

Pause/play button unresponsive when phone locked

Bug

Pause button skips back 30 seconds

Bug

Progress bar out of sync with audio

Bug

Audio tracks fail to play despite downloading

Bug

Auto-play between tracks not working

Bug

App minimizes unexpectedly

Bug

Incompatibility with iOS 13+ updates

Bug

Sign-up button non-functional on iPad

Bug

Downloaded content shows 'coming soon' indefinitely

Bug

Purchased courses inaccessible after app updates

Bug

Device limit restrictions blocking legitimate users

Bug

App blocks access after multiple reinstalls

Bug

Slow loading screens for simple operations

Bug

Inconsistent play/pause icon display

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Requested Features

11 requests

Bookmark/progress saving functionality

Feature

Lesson completion tracking

Feature

Better pause/play button responsiveness

Feature

Improved UI design with larger control buttons

Feature

MP3 file access for external players

Feature

Subscription option for all courses

Feature

Spaced repetition reminders

Feature

Real-time speaking feedback

Feature

Consistent track numbering with PDF booklets

Feature

Better integration with lock screen controls

Feature

Dark mode option

Feature

FAQ

What is the Michel Thomas Language Library learning method?

The Michel Thomas method focuses on learning languages naturally by listening and speaking, rather than memorizing vocabulary or grammar rules. It emphasizes understanding language structure to build sentences intuitively, aiming for stress-free and effective learning.

Can I try Michel Thomas Language Library before committing?

Yes, you can try any language for free for 20 minutes without needing to provide payment card details. This allows you to experience the learning methodology firsthand before deciding to proceed.

How many languages are available on Michel Thomas Language Library?

The app currently offers 20 languages to learn, including Arabic (Egyptian and MSA), Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Irish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and Swedish. New languages and levels are planned for future releases.

Does Michel Thomas Language Library require an internet connection to learn?

The app description mentions convenient offline access to lessons, suggesting that once courses are downloaded, you can learn without a constant internet connection. This is ideal for learning on the go.

What is the user sentiment for Michel Thomas Language Library?

User reviews indicate a mixed overall sentiment. Pros highlight the excellent learning methodology, effective speaking approach, and convenience. However, cons include frequent app crashes, unreliable playback controls, and issues with account access and content disappearing after updates.

Is Michel Thomas Language Library suitable for beginners?

Yes, the app is designed for beginners, enabling users to start speaking a new language from their very first lesson. The intuitive approach and focus on building sentences from day one make it accessible for those new to a language.

How often is Michel Thomas Language Library updated?

The app was last updated on November 6, 2026, with version 3.0. While this indicates recent development, user reviews mention issues with purchased content disappearing after updates and incompatibility with iOS updates, suggesting potential reliability concerns.

What devices does Michel Thomas Language Library support?

Michel Thomas Language Library is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices, allowing users to learn on their Apple mobile devices.