Comparison

DW Learn German vs Vokki

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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!

About

Vokki

Features
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Vokki — learn German from your language. Full support for English, Ukrainian, Polish, and Russian — with more languages on the way. Speak German with AI (premium) Live role-play conversations with an AI tutor: 96 real-life scenarios — from ordering coffee to a job interview. Rehearse your oral exam and get a personal debrief with corrections after every call. AI conversations use sparks, available through in-app purchases or the Pro subscription; new users receive free starter sparks. Tap-to-explain (premium) Tap any word while reading — AI explains the form, the case, and why it's used that way. The AI grammar breakdown uses sparks. 200 bilingual stories (A1–B2) Learn German with parallel German text and an English translation side by side. Three audio modes: German only, bilingual (German + English alternating), and 3x immersion. Sentences highlight as you listen — follow along in real time. 4 reading modes Parallel text, split screen, full text, or hidden translation — pick the mode that fits your level. 128 grammar lessons + 6 tests Theory, tables, and exercises from A1 to B2. Articles, cases, conjugations, Konjunktiv and more — all explained in plain English. 8 vocabulary trainers Word-translation, constructor, listening, sprint, word catcher, crossword, Brainshtorm, and others. Varied and effective. 14,500+ words with flashcards Learn vocabulary with the SM-2 spaced repetition system. Progress saves automatically. Your own content Import YouTube videos with German subtitles, paste your own texts, load Anki decks (.apkg/.colpkg) or CSV files. Export to CSV anytime. AI-powered import (YouTube videos and your own texts) uses sparks; Anki and CSV import is free. Pronunciation & recording Practice your pronunciation — record yourself and compare with a native speaker. Grammar podcasts "Sprechen mit Jonas" — dialogues that go with each of the 128 lessons, with a built-in mini-player. 12 podcasts are free: the first 3 lessons of each level A1, A2, B1 and B2. The remaining 116 unlock with the Pro subscription. Progress system XP, streaks, achievements, and CEFR sub-levels keep you learning every day. Dashboard with skill scores, weak topics, and a content shelf. Made for learners worldwide The app speaks your language: English, Ukrainian, Polish, Russian — and the list keeps growing. Free and paid features Vokki is free to download. Stories, grammar lessons, vocabulary trainers, flashcards, and pronunciation practice are free. Podcasts: 12 are free (3 per level), all 128 unlock with the auto-renewable Pro subscription. AI-powered features — conversations with the AI tutor, AI word explanations, and AI import of videos and texts — require sparks, available through in-app purchases or the auto-renewable Pro subscription. New users receive free starter sparks to try the AI features. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

DW Learn German4 screens
Vokki4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DW Learn German at none against Vokki's 8. DW Learn German also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Vokki's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Vokki sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. DW Learn German asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DW Learn German ships an update every 16 months, Vokki every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
DW Learn German versus Vokki: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDW Learn GermanVokki
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (131 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews44.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings131 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 16 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB323 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperDeutsche WelleOleksandr Sharamko

In-app purchases

None

DW Learn German

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Vokki

Subscriptions5
  • Vokki Starter$2.991 Month
  • Vokki Pro$5.991 Month
  • Vokki Pro — Monthly$8.991 Month
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  • Vokki Ultra$11.991 Month
  • Vokki Pro — Annual$79.991 Year
One-time3
  • ✦100 Sparks$1.99
  • 300 Sparks$4.99
  • 750 Sparks$11.99

Questions

Is DW Learn German free?
DW Learn German is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Vokki free?
Vokki is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DW Learn German or Vokki have ads?
Neither DW Learn German nor Vokki shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DW Learn German or Vokki?
DW Learn German ships an update every 16 months, and Vokki every 2 days. Most recently, DW Learn German was updated on October 24, 2026 and Vokki on October 24, 2026.

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