# sylby — sylby - learn German speaking

> German pronunciation and speaking practice app with instant feedback. (iPhone/iPad app by Sylby GmbH.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sylby/id1621282418 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sylby GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1621282420)
- Category: Education, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 20 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 47 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2022-12-19
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sylby/id1621282418/reviews.md

## What is sylby?

Speak confidently in German with sylby. Improve your accent, be ready for any conversation with friends and colleagues, record your voice and get instant pronunciation feedback. 

> Why sylby
sylby is the top pronunciation learning app that is built to help you master your communication skills in German. In our lessons, our pronunciation experts teach you techniques and tricks based on the latest scientific research on language learning. After each lesson, you can practice with your own voice and get instant feedback on your pronunciation. Within a few weeks, you can master your German pronunciation.

> sylby is the best language learning app for you:
Whether you are a beginner who is new to German or an experienced speaker looking to improve your language proficiency, sylby is the right choice for you. Our team is constantly updating and adding new video and audio lessons to make your language learning journey the most comfortable and efficient.

> Master the language with sylby:
80+ lessons to activate your sleepy speech muscles & get you ready for any conversation
Learn about pronunciation techniques through our video tutorials with methods from linguists & language teachers. Record yourself & get real-time feedback on your pronunciation
Get detailed statistics on your results & track your learning progress
Visit our library section to find out more infos, tips & pronunciation hacks tailored to your native language

> Study with pleasure:
Find lessons for day-to-day conversations, work, travel, entertainment and much more.
Achieve efficient learning with our bite-size lessons: 5-10 minutes a day so it easily fits your schedule.
Improve your language noticeably with only 10 minutes of everyday practice.

> Who is behind sylby
A team of linguists with more than 10 years of experience on pronunciation training and language teaching.
 
> Subscription: 
To access sylby first, you will be able to try out a lesson. After trying out a quick lesson, you will be asked to sign up to the app. You will be able to gain limited access to 20 lessons of the sylby app for free. In order to unlock all the lessons from our linguistic expert, exercises and features, you will be asked to subscribe to a monthly or yearly subscription option.
Payment for the subscription will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled 24 hours prior to the end of your current subscription. To cancel your subscription or manage auto-renewal settings, go to your device settings by accessing your Apple ID from the Settings app and choosing Subscriptions.

> Start easy with sylby:
You will have a free starter set of lessons out-of-the-box.
For more, get a sylby subscription to get access to the full flavor of the language.
Use our free trial to make sure sylby Pro features are the best fit for you. No annoying advertising - so you can concentrate on the learning process.

Contact us: connect@sylby.com
Terms of Use: https://sylby.com/app-terms/
Privacy Policy: https://sylby.com/app-privacy-policy/

## Key features

- Instant pronunciation feedback
- Bite-sized lessons (5-10 mins)
- Video tutorials by linguists
- Progress tracking and statistics
- Library of tips and hacks
- Lessons for daily conversations

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| 12 months | $59.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sylby/id1621282418/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Free trial doesn't work

*2026-06-05*

Whenever I try a free trial, I always go in and cancel the subscription right away so I don't forget easily (and it will say "subscription continues until [end of free trial date]"), and then if I end up loving the app, I re-enroll in the subscription before the trial ends.

I did the same when trying out sylby, and even though my free trial doesn't end until June 8, I am locked out from all "pro" activities in the app. I have never seen any other app do this when someone cancels a subscription and think it's an unfriendly business practice. I guess I won't be trying sylby pro, and I certainly won't be subscribing, since they don't want to let people try it without risk.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2026-02-15*

I tested it out on a relative who is a native German speaker and it was flagging him as mispronouncing things

### 1/5 — Trash

*2026-01-04*

A lot of errors in the apps. It could not really recognize your accent eventhough you speak it correctly but it says that you speak false. Also, the app can be crash anytime although my phone is ip17. Just don’t buy this app. Trust me!

### 5/5 — Finally I can train my pronunciation!

*2024-11-20*

I love the learning content and the videos. It is so much fun to practice the exercises from the comfort of my own home. Thank you for developing such an amazing app 🙏🏽

### 1/5 — Constantly crashes

*2024-04-03*

The App is a very good idea and great for improving pronunciation, but that's only good when the App works. The App almost never works and often crashes, with the only possible way to use it being reinstalling it. I have already installed it on several devices and minimum 3 times a week it crashes.

**Developer response:** Hi, thank you for your valuable feedback. We always test the app before we release new updates, however, since our team is very small, issues do creep in sometimes and we try to fix them ASAP. If you could please send us more details, e.g. your iPhone model, to hello@sylby.com, then we will work on fixing these issues right away.

### 2/5 — Funktions unfähig

*2024-02-19*

Nach dem Update funktioniert die App nicht

**Developer response:** Hallo, es tut uns leid zu hören, dass die App bei Ihnen nach dem Update nicht mehr funktioniert. Könnten Sie uns bitte mit mehr Details (z. B. iOS-Modell und Version) an hello@sylby.com schreiben? Könnten Sie in der Zwischenzeit bitte die App deinstallieren und erneut installieren und es erneut versuchen? Vielen Dank und beste Grüße, Team sylby.

### 5/5 — Finally an app, which focusses on the pronunciation!

*2023-02-10*

With sylby, I have finally found an app that also focuses on pronunciation, something I haven't had in previous apps. The Pro version is really worth it because there are lessons for every sound and also different sound combinations that are suitable for everyday use and you can use what you have learned directly in everyday life. I would be happy if other languages were added soon.

## Frequently asked questions about sylby

### What is sylby?

sylby is an education app designed to help users improve their German pronunciation and speaking confidence. It offers bite-sized lessons, video tutorials, and instant voice feedback to refine accent and communication skills.

### How does sylby help with pronunciation?

sylby provides instant feedback on recorded voice samples, allowing users to compare their pronunciation to expert models. It uses techniques based on scientific research and offers lessons from linguists and language teachers.

### Can I try sylby for free?

Yes, sylby offers a free starter set of lessons, allowing users to try out the app before subscribing. You can access a limited number of lessons for free to experience its features.

### What are the subscription options for sylby?

sylby offers monthly and yearly subscription plans. A 1-month subscription costs $9.99, and a 12-month subscription is $59.99, unlocking all lessons and features.

### How often is sylby updated?

The app is actively maintained, with the latest update being version 1.7.1 on October 21, 2024. The team constantly updates and adds new video and audio lessons.

### What devices does sylby support?

sylby is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, indicated by its support for these devices. It is designed for iOS users looking to learn German.

### Does sylby have ads?

No, sylby is ad-free, allowing users to concentrate fully on the learning process without interruptions from advertisements.

### What is the age rating for sylby?

sylby has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including children and adults, interested in learning German.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.1 — 2026-06-20

Various improvements and bug fixes for a smoother experience.

### 2.0.0 — 2026-06-12

Various improvements and bug fixes for a smoother experience.

### 1.7.1 — 2024-10-21

Thank you for using sylby! Assess your pronunciation level using our new pronunciation test. We'd love to hear your feedback. Write to us at hello@sylby.com.

### 1.6.0 — 2024-05-27

Thank you for using sylby! You now get even more detailed feedback on your pronunciation with sylby. Just press the highlighted text after recording to see more information about the sound being practised.

### 1.5.16 — 2024-04-24

Thanks for using sylby! We have fixed an issue in our registration flow. Enjoy and share your feedback with us at hello@sylby.com!

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