# BIGBOX vs TalkTree

The clearest difference is rating: TalkTree at 4.8 against BIGBOX's 4.0. TalkTree also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10). BIGBOX's advantage is review sentiment (81% vs 63%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BIGBOX sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. TalkTree asks for nothing beyond the download.

TalkTree holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20 and 12 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 81% of BIGBOX's written reviews are positive against 63% of TalkTree's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

BIGBOX ships an update every 2 weeks, TalkTree every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BIGBOX | TalkTree |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bigbox-fun-english-learning/id1195456423/reviews) | **[4.8 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talktree/id6477852846/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **20** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | **81.5% of reviews** | 63.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 2.0 GB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Woongjin Compass, Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/393294989) | [Hodoo Labs Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529823937) |

## What reviewers say

### BIGBOX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bigbox-fun-english-learning/id1195456423)

This app offers a comprehensive English learning experience for children through engaging videos, interactive flashcards, and AI-powered speaking practice. It provides personalized recommendations and progress reports to foster self-motivated learning and boost confidence.

**Highlights:** Extensive video library (10,000+), Multimedia flashcards for vocabulary, AI speaking practice with Monty, Personalized video recommendations, Game-like learning system, Progress reports

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| bigboxTV_90days | $13.49 | one-time |
| bigboxTV_180days | $26.00 | one-time |
| wordkingdom_90days | $27.49 | one-time |
| readingocean_90days | $37.00 | one-time |
| bigboxTV_360days | $45.49 | one-time |
| wordkingdom_180days | $52.00 | one-time |
| readingocean_180days | $70.00 | one-time |
| Reading Ocean's 360-day event. | $74.99 | one-time |
| wordkingdom_360days | $93.00 | one-time |
| readingocean_360days | $125.99 | one-time |


### TalkTree

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talktree/id6477852846)

This app generates personalized learning content based on curricula for students. It offers AI-powered tutoring for speaking practice, feedback, and progress monitoring. Teachers can efficiently manage student data and integrate existing content.

**Highlights:** Personalized AI Tutor for speaking, Real-time speaking guidance and conversation, Analysis of learning weaknesses, Integrated speaking, listening, reading activities, Content integration via LCMS, Automated learning reports

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BIGBOX free?

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

### Is TalkTree free?

TalkTree is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, BIGBOX or TalkTree?

TalkTree is rated higher. BIGBOX averages 4.0 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while TalkTree averages 4.8 from 12 ratings.

### Do BIGBOX or TalkTree have ads?

Neither BIGBOX nor TalkTree shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BIGBOX or TalkTree?

BIGBOX ships an update every 2 weeks, and TalkTree every 3 weeks. Most recently, BIGBOX was updated on September 24, 2026 and TalkTree on September 27, 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.*