# Taalhammer: Learn Languages — Flashcards on steroids

> AI-powered language acquisition trainer for practical speaking skills. (iPhone/iPad app by Taalhammer B.V..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taalhammer-learn-languages/id6466196153 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Taalhammer B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1707035020)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.90/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 61 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-09-19
- Data updated: 2026-09-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taalhammer-learn-languages/id6466196153/reviews.md

## What is Taalhammer?

Flashcards on steroids.

Taalhammer takes the flashcard — the most reliable way to remember a language — and gives it everything a paper card never had: whole sentences, audio, an algorithm that knows when you're about to forget, and a mode that lets you learn with the screen off.

Anki trains your memory. Taalhammer trains your language.

WHAT'S ON THE CARDS
• Whole sentences, not lone words — you learn each word the way it's really used, and the grammar comes with it
• Audio on every card, so you learn how it sounds, not only how it's spelled
• Smart spaced repetition (our own algorithm) brings each card back just before you'd forget it

WHAT'S AROUND THEM
• Hands-free Listening mode plays your cards as audio — on the bus, at the gym, in the car, with the screen off
• Ready-made step-by-step courses from your first words up to B2, plus topic collections for real life
• Your own material in seconds — paste a text or a word list and AI turns it into flashcards, helped by a translator trained on 10 million real examples
• Coming from Anki? Import your .apkg decks straight from the file picker and keep every card
• 75+ languages for your own cards — English, Dutch, German, Spanish, Italian, French, Polish and many more

WHO IT'S FOR
Anyone who already knows flashcards work and wants them to work harder: beginners building their first thousand words, and intermediate learners who understand a lot but go blank when it's time to speak.

Start with one deck today.

Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Additional terms: https://www.taalhammer.com/terms-of-use/
Privacy Policy: https://www.taalhammer.com/our-privacy-policy/

## Key features

- Learn words and phrases
- Practice everyday situations
- Develop native speaker habits
- Build language reflexes
- AI-powered learning
- Science-backed methodology

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Taalhammer Pro Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Taalhammer Pro Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Taalhammer Pro 6 Months | $39.99 | per 6 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month | $8.99 | one-time |
| 12 months | $49.99 | one-time |
| 6 months | $34.99 | one-time |
| 6 months | $34.99 | one-time |
| 1 month | $8.99 | one-time |
| 12 months | $49.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taalhammer-learn-languages/id6466196153/reviews.md

### 2/5 — No real thought went into this

*2026-09-17*

Don’t bother with a subscription.  The app is horribly organized with no real progression and seems to entirely rely on selling their live classes for any real direction or learning.  Ironically I wouldn’t sign up for one, I’d rather pick my class or tutor on my own.  Terrible app all around EDIT: not meant for a different app, they push classes after you subscribe.  Given the dev response I should have pushed for my fee back, still might

**Developer response:** To set the record straight: Taalhammer has never offered live classes, and nothing in the app depends on them — it's built entirely for self-study. We suspect this review may have been meant for a different app. Progression in Taalhammer comes from the Core courses, which take you level by level, with spaced repetition scheduling what you review and when.
Łukasz, Taalhammer

### 1/5 — Won’t even open!

*2026-06-19*

Downloaded the app to give it a try and it won’t even open on my phone. I’m running it on an iPhone 17 so it’s not like my phone is old. If the app won’t even open, we’re not off to a very good start so decided to just delete it and move onto something else.

**Developer response:** Sorry about that - an app that won't even start is the worst possible first impression. That was version 2.4, and a lot has changed in the releases since. If you ever give Taalhammer another try, we'd be glad to have you back.
Łukasz, Taalhammer

### 2/5 — No real thought went into this

*2026-06-14*

Don’t bother with a subscription.  The app is horribly organized with no real progression and seems to entirely rely on selling their live classes for any real direction or learning.  Ironically I wouldn’t sign up for one, I’d rather pick my class or tutor on my own.  Terrible app all around

### 1/5 — Too Many Mistakes

*2026-06-06*

I just started A1 Norwegian in the app (I already know the basics) and there were immediate mistakes, which ruined my trust moving forward. I will be deleting this app because while I can point out mistakes in A1, when I move up in levels, how can I know what is a mistake or not?

### 3/5 — So much potential

*2026-01-09*

I love the concept but the AI model seems subpar. The generated stories are often very formally written and dry. They don’t test conversational Spanish the way that it is spoken in day to day speech. Integration with Google Gemini or ChatGPT’s latest models wouldn’t dramatically improve the experience and easily turn this into one of the best apps around for language learning

**Developer response:** Thank you — fair point that generated stories could sound too formal for everyday Spanish. The story generator has changed a lot since your review, and we keep working on making the language sound natural.
- Łukasz, Taalhammer

### 3/5 — Could be excellent

*2025-12-29*

I love the concept and this method has the potential to be truly outstanding for acquiring a foreign language effectively and efficiently. But, there are just too many mistakes already at the beginner level in German. For example: Das ist ihre Schule. Es ist ihre. 
The second sentence is so wrong, I had a hard time believing my eyes. Novice German language learners can spot it. The creator of the app clearly did not do the proper quality assurance with a native speaker. I found other mistakes too and reported them. 
If these issues are fixed, this would be a great app that uses the efficiency of the Glossika method, but without the random sentences and the audio quality issues that plague Glossika. 
I’m looking forward to an error free version of Taalhammer for German.

**Developer response:** Thank you for the precise example and for reporting the errors you found — that's exactly what helps. Since then we've been correcting the beginner content continuously. If you come across anything else, the "report a problem" button on the flashcard sends us the exact sentence, so we can react quickly.
Łukasz, Taalhammer

### 5/5 — Hidden Gem Language App

*2025-12-26*

This app is one of the best language learning apps on the market. It uses SRS (Spaced Repetition System) really well, helping you ingrain info better than apps like Duolingo, Memrise, Babbel, or Busuu. 

The method here is cool - they use SRS with sentences, not just individual words, so you get more context and are more likely to memorize and use the words. 

They also begin to combine sentences you’ve memorized into short stories you can play on the go, reinforcing what you've learned. 

They're adding tons of new features, have more languages than other apps, and a simple interface. 

You can even use AI to build custom decks based on your preferred topics. 

Overall, it's one of the best ways to learn - and I've tried almost every app out there. 

This is probably the only language learning app that doesn't need to be combined with other apps to be complete.

## Frequently asked questions about Taalhammer

### How does Taalhammer help users speak from day one?

Taalhammer focuses on developing language reflexes and practicing words and phrases in everyday situations. This approach aims to enable users to start speaking from their first day of learning.

### What is the learning methodology behind Taalhammer?

Taalhammer is backed by science and powered by AI technology, verified by experience. It emphasizes language acquisition over rote memorization of words and grammar.

### Is Taalhammer available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, Taalhammer is currently supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Information regarding Android compatibility is not available.

### What is the age rating for Taalhammer?

Taalhammer has an age rating of 17+. This is likely due to the complexity of language learning or the content covered.

### How often is Taalhammer updated?

Taalhammer was last updated on September 12, 2025, with version 2.3.1. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

### Does Taalhammer offer certifications for completing courses?

The provided description does not mention whether Taalhammer offers certifications. Its focus is on practical language acquisition and speaking ability.

### What are the in-app purchase options in Taalhammer?

While Taalhammer is free to download, it offers in-app purchases. Specific details on what these purchases entail are not provided in the description.

### Does Taalhammer have ads?

No, Taalhammer does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with the option for in-app purchases.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.13.11 — 2026-09-14

• Create collections a new way: generate one with AI, start empty, or import your own text.
• Stories highlight the sentence being read aloud, along with its translation.
• After a restart, the app takes you back to where you left off.
• A finished collection stays in your Favourites instead of being switched off automatically.
• Links from our emails open the right collection straight in the app.
• Learning is faster and more reliable, and signing in is smoother.

### 2.13.3 — 2026-09-08

• Import Anki decks — .apkg files work straight from the file picker.
• Switching the app language now translates the whole interface, not just the picker.
• Listening survives a short loss of signal and resumes after a call or interruption.
• Fixed Facebook sign-in crashing the app.
• Fixed the sign-in button on collection pages leading to an error page.
• Fixed being logged out in the middle of a learning session.
• Fixed purchases being tied to an anonymous account instead of yours.

### 2.11.0 — 2026-08-21

You can now import your own material from Anki or a spreadsheet: confirm the detected languages and columns, watch the progress bar, and large files simply work.
• Boards highlight the verbs in a text — tap one to see how it conjugates.
• The "report a problem" button is back in learning, and reports sent from the editor or a board now reach us.
• Signing in with Google works on builds installed from the App Store and Google Play.
• The login screen is cleaner, and the keyboard no longer covers the field you are typing into.
• Collections keep the order you gave them when you save, and the sidebar scrolls to the card you just added.
• Onboarding tells you what we do not yet have for your language pair and saves your progress at every step.

### 2.7.1 — 2026-08-04

The catalogue has a new look — decks show their real covers in a clean grid, so it is easier to spot what you want to learn.
Listening has a mini player you can expand right where you are, with speed, pauses and playback settings in one place.
Your playback settings finally stick: the speed you choose is the speed you hear, and pause length is respected in every mode.
The progress slider moves smoothly and stays where you put it instead of snapping back.
Radio plays at normal speed again, using your own settings.
Choosing a language is quicker — your recent and pinned languages come first.
AI stories now count as listened, so your progress reflects what you actually played.

### 2.6.1 — 2026-07-16

This update focuses on a smoother, more reliable experience:

• Smoother listening — remembers your playback speed, repeats a deck when you reach the end, and recovers automatically from weak connections.
• More reliable reviews — no more duplicate cards, and a clear message if a grade ever fails to save.
• Intro videos now show a preview image and play right on the card.
• Polish and fixes — you can now check your app version in Settings > Account, we fixed a missing logo on the welcome screen, and made various stability improvements.

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