DW Learn German vs MySpeakMate
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DW Learn German
Master German with engaging videos, news, and music. Offers courses for all levels, from beginner to advanced, with interactive exercises and vocabulary training. Includes a placement test to find your ideal course and materials for teachers.
- Placement test for level assessment
- Courses for all levels (beginner to advanced)
- Interactive exercises
- Vocabulary training and word explanations
- Grammar and regional studies
- Materials for teachers
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Learn German on the go with DW - for beginners, advanced learners and teachers With exciting videos, informative news and music, we’ll make sure that you’ll find the perfect way to learn German. Start right away, even without any previous knowledge, and improve your German online and on the go, completely free of charge. We offer courses for all levels -and if you're not sure where you stand, our placement test will help you find the perfect course for you - quickly and easily! Our offer includes: - A placement test to help you find the right level - Courses for beginners, intermediate and advanced learners (from literacy to exam training) - A wide range of interactive exercises - Vocabulary training and word explanations - Grammar and regional studies - Comprehensive materials for teachers Our courses cover all levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. There are also offers for learning the alphabet and language preparation for various jobs. As a teacher, you will also find what you are looking with materials that you can use for your lessons free of charge. Simply download the app and learn German with DW!
MySpeakMate
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MySpeakMate is a German language practice app focused on articles and spoken conversations. The Article Practice feature allows users to select a topic, view an image, and choose the correct German article (der, die, das). When an incorrect answer is selected, the app provides explanatory tips to support learning. Progress is tracked using streaks and achievement badges. The Conversation Practice feature allows users to choose a topic and a conversation style, such as a teacher or a friend. Users then engage in voice-based conversations with an AI system. After each session, the app provides feedback on grammar usage and pronunciation. Progress, streaks, and badges are tracked for this feature as well. MySpeakMate is designed for structured practice and consistent improvement in German language skills. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DW Learn German at none against MySpeakMate's 2. DW Learn German also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). MySpeakMate's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 16 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. MySpeakMate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. DW Learn German asks for nothing beyond the download.
DW Learn German ships an update every 16 months, MySpeakMate every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DW Learn German | MySpeakMate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (129 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 44.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 129 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 16 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 113 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Deutsche Welle | GfW Gesellschaft für Weiterbildung mbH |
In-app purchases
DW Learn German
No in-app purchases
MySpeakMate
- Speaker Plan$8.991 Month
- 50 AI Credits$8.99
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