# Ultralingua German-English — user reviews > 132 indexed App Store user reviews of Ultralingua German by Ultralingua, Inc., rated 4.60/5 from 104 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ultralingua-german-english/id284797755/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ultralingua-german-english/id284797755.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 83 · 4★ 12 · 3★ 4 · 2★ 0 · 1★ 5 ## What do users think of Ultralingua German? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 📚 Comprehensive vocabulary with 250,000+ entries - ✅ Includes noun gender (der, die, das) for German nouns - 🔄 Excellent verb conjugation tables with multiple tenses - 🌐 Works offline without internet connection - ⚡ Fast search functionality - 🎯 Clean and intuitive user interface - 🔗 Ability to tap words for additional definitions - 📖 Rich example phrases and contextual usage - 🔀 Bidirectional translation (English-German and vice versa) - 🎓 Suitable for serious language learners and students - 💰 Good value compared to physical dictionaries - 🔍 Can search using conjugated verb forms to find infinitives **Cons** - 💸 High price point ($20-30) compared to free alternatives - 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues - ⚠️ App won't launch or open properly - 🔤 Missing pronunciation audio for German words - 📝 Incomplete vocabulary for some common words - 🔍 Difficulty finding expressions and phrases - ⌨️ No transitive/intransitive verb indicators - 🐢 Slow startup time on some devices - 🎨 Poor interface design in recent updates - 📱 iPad performance issues and landscape mode problems - 🔤 Typos and errors with umlauts in entries - 🔤 Inconsistent search results and missing common words - 🔧 UI responsiveness issues during searches **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes on launch - App freezes and becomes unresponsive - Search field text remains after searches - Cannot navigate back from verb conjugations - iPad landscape mode not functioning - Keyboard blocks search input field on iPad - Slow performance on iPad after updates - Cannot paste text into search box - Conjugation feature malfunction - Missing or superfluous umlauts in entries - Incorrect search results for common words - Language indicator doesn't update properly - Slow startup time (20-30 seconds) - Text display issues with thin fonts - Rotation/orientation bugs **Most requested features** - Pronunciation audio recordings for German words - Transitive/intransitive verb indicators - Bookmarking or word list saving functionality - Etymology information for words - Voice-to-text input capability - Flashcard feature for vocabulary learning - Word of the day feature - Picture/image associations with words - More example sentences and usage contexts - Ability to show multiple tenses simultaneously - Retina display support - Search suggestions while typing - Better keyboard with umlaut and eszett support - History feature for dictionary searches (not just conjugations) - Copy/paste functionality improvements - Grammatical reference information ## Newest reviews (12 of 132) ### 4/5 — Wonderful, except for crashing *2023-09-29* I have used the German and French versions for years, and they are indispensable; however, on a current trip to Germany, with heavy usage, I have had to delete and redownload the app twice, due to crashing upon launch issues. This has always been a sporadic problem with this app. I'm disappointed that the issue continues. I rely on this dictionary, and I wish this issue could be solved! ### 3/5 — Generally good - lacks important feature *2023-03-19* Generally this is a good dictionary. However, that is lacks indication with verbs on whether they are transitive or intransitive is a major flaw. ### 4/5 — Very satisfied. No problems. *2018-08-04* A very convenient and handy dictionary app. I've had no problems with it. The conjugation tables are really helpful. Also, you can click on any form of the verb and hear how it is pronounced. Admittedly, the pronunciation of the verb forms is a bit robotic sounding, but at least it gives you an idea of the correct pronunciation. ### 2/5 — fine, but mo typos *2016-03-12, version 2.6* works well, but i am constantly coming across typos involving missing or superfluous umlauts. many translations are either wrong, or seem wrong without context, like an example phrase. ### 3/5 — Nice, but missing the articles for nouns *2016-01-10, version 2.6* I am trying to learn German and unfortunately they do not include the articles for nouns. This could be the best translation app very easily but they don't seem to be interested in improving. ### 5/5 — Stable app, extensive dictionary *2015-07-06, version 2.6* Having used Ultra Lingua for many years, it has proved its reliability and seen me through multiple trips abroad and several foreign-language novels. It is the app that never leaves my phone! ### 5/5 — Quick & Efficient *2013-10-19, version 2.4.1* This app is quick and easy to use. Thus far, every word that has been needed, has been listed. The interface is clean and easy to use. Verb conjugations are available. Simply, it is one of the best purchases that I have ever made from the iTunes Store. Suggestion: Voice-to-text input would be nice. ### 3/5 — Update please... *2013-10-17* ...bitte updaten, die App stürzt direkt nach dem Start ab (iPhone 5s)! 😕 ### 2/5 — Pronunciation? *2013-10-06, version 2.3* My fault. I didn't notice b4 I purchased That I would NOt get help with pronunciation. That's true for my Espan~ol App also. Otherwise ok. But not ok with me S L L ### 4/5 — So handy, and quick *2013-09-08, version 2.3* But it's not a substitute for Cassel's. a little quirky at times. ### 3/5 — Good, but last version was better *2013-09-05, version 2.3* I love this app, and it works great for what I need it to do, but the old version update seemed a bit easier to use. ### 2/5 — A step backwards...for sure. *2013-06-25, version 2.3* I gave the previous version 5 stars. However, this update is not near as good. PLEASE bring back the old format. Much more user friendly. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Froze up *2024-08-05* The app won’t open even when I go to the App Store and it offers an”open” button. In other words, worthless. ### 1/5 — Stopped working *2024-02-12* It has stopped working ### 1/5 — Absolutely dismal *2016-11-01* I have been trying to look up the meaning of "das Regal" to see it's plural and it's showing me a translation for some random verb...seriously? ### 1/5 — Problems discovered after most recent update *2016-06-18* The latest app iOS 9 update seems to be defective. I'm encountering problems and bugs such as, when I enter a word into the search field, it just remains there, no matter how many other words are researched. Using the back arrow keys does nothing to remove the entry. Additionally, after looking at verb conjugations, it is impossible to back out to the original screen. These "issues" need immediate attention and resolution. ### 1/5 — Geht unter iOS 7 iPad mini nicht mehr *2013-11-02, version 2.4.1* Geht unter iOS 7 iPad mini nicht mehr ### 1/5 — Doesn't start anymore *2013-10-18, version 2.4.1* iPhone 4, latest ios7. Fix this fast please! ### 1/5 — Absturz nach Update *2013-10-17* Mit dieser Version stürzt die App nach Start direkt ab. Bitte schnell ein update ... ### 1/5 — I tried the new GUI user interface. - no thanks *2013-07-18* BRING BACK OLD INTERFACE - as option perhaps. OR FIVE NE MY MONEY BACK!! The old design had its flaws (too thick, more taps necessary) but it was efficient. Now u have to scroll kilometres and miles of text to get to what I need and it's not good on eye too. ### 1/5 — I hate this update!!! *2013-06-10, version 2.3* I have been using these dictionaries on my ipad (in German and Italian) for at least 3 years and this update is just horrible. The new format gives little information on a page so it takes much, much longer to find what you are seeking and then to get the conjugations, etc. the conjugations are far less legible than they used to be. I hate this update and wish that I could get the old format back. Why would they go backwards????? ### 1/5 — Upgrade??!! *2013-06-03* Please may I have the previous version back! Font was clearer, verbs showed gender, altogether easier, faster and far more pleasant to use. Do not "tinker" with something that works well for the sake of it! ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Excellent App *2025-03-10* Good vocabulary, good interface, and unlike most dictionary apps, includes noun gender. ### 5/5 — Best German<->English Dictionary *2020-10-13* Similar to the French - English dictionary, which I’ve used for years, the German Ultralingua dictionary is equally excellent. Vocabulary and verb conjugations are at your fingertips. Change the font to meet personal preference. There are several free German dictionary apps available but none are on a par with the Ultralingua dictionary - well worth the nominal price! ### 5/5 — Recommend highly *2018-10-29* I purchased this app over 5 years ago and I’ve gotten more value out of it than any other by far. The conjugation tables are invaluable. And unlike many dictionaries, it will present all the possible intentions of the word to prevent error (for example the word for ‘chain’ could be translated ‘ketten’ or ‘verkettung’, but the second refers to a chain of causality). It may seem pricey but it’s honestly an amazing value. *highly recommend* ### 5/5 — Fantastic Dictionary! *2018-03-21* I use Ultralingua apps for several languages and they have all been superb. I like the built in conjugations for verbs as well. Very nice. ### 5/5 — Für unterwegs *2017-05-16* Für mich perfekt beim durchlesen englischer Texte wo dann doch hin wieder ein Wort auftaucht welches das ich nicht kenne oder in dem Zusammenhang nicht verstehe. Hier hilft die App gut und schnell weiter ### 5/5 — Excellent *2017-02-20* I used this app while studying High German at the Volkshochschule where I found it to be invaluable and two years later am still using it nearly every day. Earlier I had contacted the producers regarding some minor issues with some of the words in a Swiss context. I had a prompt and helpful response and am pleased to say that I have had no further issues in any respect with this app. When I briefly returned to Scotland I continued to recommend this app to my students along with the French dictionary. ### 5/5 — Top Handling - auch Offline *2016-05-21* keine Fehler - Top App ### 5/5 — Rich and practical tool. *2015-12-19, version 2.6* This is a rich, practical and portable tool to translate single words. ### 5/5 — Great dictionary *2015-11-10, version 2.6* When I lived in German for a year this was my go to dictionary since it was always available when I had internet access or not. While cheaper or free English-German dictionaries are available this is definitely worth the money ### 5/5 — Full *2015-10-19, version 2.6* Many useful definitions. Allows the user to search, using any form of the verb. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. 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