# Idyoma vs SmallTalk

The clearest difference is rating: Idyoma at 4.2 against SmallTalk's 1.0. Idyoma also leads on ratings volume (244 vs 1). SmallTalk's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Idyoma sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. SmallTalk asks for nothing beyond the download.

Idyoma holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Idyoma has 244 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 47% of Idyoma's written reviews are positive against 50% of SmallTalk's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | Idyoma | SmallTalk |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (244 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idyoma-language-exchange-app/id1236608549/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smalltalk-practice-languages/id1433500200/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **244** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 46.5% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 98 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Idyoma, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1039636716) | [Artur Shkil](https://appshunter.io/developer/1108558376) |

## What reviewers say

### Idyoma

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idyoma-language-exchange-app/id1236608549)

Connect with native speakers worldwide for authentic language practice. Engage in short conversation sessions, find pen pals, and join group chats to improve fluency and cultural understanding. Build confidence through real-world interactions.

**Highlights:** Connect with native speakers, Short conversation sessions, Pen Pal program, Group chats, Instant message translation, Customizable profile, Track progress

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $3.49 | per month |
| Weekly Premium Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| 6 Monthly Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| 6-Monthly Premium Subscription | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| ID Verification | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Sub 50% | $49.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Subscription | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- 💬 Effective language exchange with real speakers
- 🤖 Helpful chatbot for building confidence
- 🌍 Connects language learners worldwide
- ✨ Modern, aesthetically pleasing design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Misleading free/paid model and hidden charges
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and errors
- 👥 Small user base and inactive community
- 🚫 Poor safety features and harassment issues
- ⚠️ Broken blocking and reporting functionality

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on 'Get Started' button with error message
- Unable to complete account creation/onboarding process
- Login failures with Apple Account (expired token error)
- Monthly conversation limit doesn't reset
- Photo verification screen shows black screen

**Requested features**

- Add more languages (Hebrew, Yiddish, Esperanto, Italian, Hindi, Thai, Bulgarian, etc.)
- Advanced filtering by age, interests, location, and language proficiency
- Online status indicator
- Audio message functionality
- Ability to search by country


### SmallTalk

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smalltalk-practice-languages/id1433500200)

This app offers a straightforward method for language practice by connecting users with partners for subject-based conversations. It eliminates the need for scheduling or partner searching, focusing solely on speaking practice with minimal distractions.

**Highlights:** Automatic partner matching, Subject-based conversation topics, Partner skill estimation, Simple and distraction-free interface, Focus on speaking practice

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Idyoma free?

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

### Is SmallTalk free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Idyoma or SmallTalk?

Idyoma is rated higher. Idyoma averages 4.2 out of 5 from 244 ratings, while SmallTalk averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Idyoma or SmallTalk have ads?

Neither Idyoma nor SmallTalk shows ads.

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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.*