# Woodpecker vs italki

The clearest difference is ads: Woodpecker at none against italki's shown. Woodpecker also leads on review sentiment (82% vs 68%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). italki's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (9.8K vs 1K). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Woodpecker sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and italki sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Woodpecker against 4.8 for italki. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: italki has 9.8K ratings behind it against 1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of Woodpecker's written reviews are positive against 68% of italki's.

Woodpecker ships an update every 5 weeks, italki weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Woodpecker | italki |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/woodpecker-language-learning/id1067723008/reviews) | [4.8 (9.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/italki-language-learning/id1140000003/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1K | **9.8K** |
| Positive reviews | **81.7% of reviews** | 67.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 29 MB | 306 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Woodpecker Learning Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435002350) | [italki HK Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/569299241) |

## What reviewers say

### Woodpecker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/woodpecker-language-learning/id1067723008)

Learn languages by watching videos in your target language. Touch words in subtitles for instant definitions and save them for review. Explore content from YouTube and Netflix to immerse yourself in native-speaker material.

**Highlights:** Interactive video subtitles, Instant word definitions, Save vocabulary for review, YouTube video discovery, Netflix integration (iPad), Offline bilingual dictionaries, Flashcard creation

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Video Player Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Woodpecker Tools Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Video Player Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Export Word History | $0.99 | one-time |
| Woodpecker Web Browser | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for learning a new language
- 👍 Good for practicing speaking and listening
- 👍 Diverse content selection
- 👍 Useful for improving vocabulary and reading skills
- 👍 Enjoyable and engaging learning experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Subtitle issues (not working, inconsistent)
- 💰 Confusing or expensive pricing
- 🐛 App crashes or doesn't work properly

**Reported bugs**

- Netflix subtitles not working
- App crashing or not opening
- Inconsistent subtitle display

**Requested features**

- Support for more languages
- Improved subtitle synchronization
- Clearer pricing structure
- Better user interface and navigation


### italki

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/italki-language-learning/id1140000003)

Connect with qualified native teachers for personalized language lessons. Learn Spanish, English, French, and over 150 other languages at your own pace and schedule. Practice conversation, master grammar, and immerse yourself in new cultures.

**Highlights:** Private tutoring with native teachers, Learn over 150 languages, Customizable lesson plans, Flexible class scheduling, Pay-as-you-go pricing, Video call tutoring

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| italki Plus - 1 Month | $5.99 | per month |
| Plus Monthly Plan with Trial | $5.99 | per month |
| italki Plus - 1 Year | $59.99 | per year |
| Plus Yearly Plan with Trial | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great platform to connect with native speakers
- 🚀 Flexible scheduling and easy to use
- 💰 Affordable lessons
- 🎓 Helpful for improving language skills
- 🤝 Positive learning experience with great teachers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app with glitches and connectivity issues
- 💳 Concerns about pricing changes and fees
- 🕰️ Unreliable teachers who cancel or don't show up
- 🤖 Poor customer service and lack of support
- 📆 Difficulty with scheduling and calendar integration

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Inaccurate teacher availability information
- Issues with login and account management
- Problems with video/audio quality during lessons
- Syncing and integration problems with other platforms

**Requested features**

- Improved calendar and scheduling functionality
- Better notification system for lessons
- Ability to search for and connect with language partners
- More transparency around teacher availability and cancellations
- Streamlined payment and refund process


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Woodpecker free?

Woodpecker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is italki free?

italki is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Woodpecker or italki?

Woodpecker and italki are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1K and 9.8K ratings respectively.

### Do Woodpecker or italki have ads?

italki shows ads; Woodpecker does not.

### Which is updated more often, Woodpecker or italki?

Woodpecker ships an update every 5 weeks, and italki weekly. Most recently, Woodpecker was updated on September 13, 2026 and italki on September 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*