# Pocket Thai Master vs Ling

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pocket Thai Master at 98% against Ling's 64%. Pocket Thai Master also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.1). Ling's advantage is ratings volume (3.3K vs 300) and update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pocket Thai Master sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Ling sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pocket Thai Master holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ling has 3.3K ratings behind it against 300, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 98% of Pocket Thai Master's written reviews are positive against 64% of Ling's.

Pocket Thai Master ships an update fortnightly, Ling weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pocket Thai Master | Ling |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (300 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-thai-master/id1274490875/reviews)** | [4.7 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ling-thai-language-learning/id1299519848/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 300 | **3.3K** |
| Positive reviews | **97.6% of reviews** | 63.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 93 MB | 162 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Evan Winget](https://appshunter.io/developer/1265869439) | [SIMYA LABS COMPANY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1298485730) |

## What reviewers say

### Pocket Thai Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-thai-master/id1274490875)

Learn Thai from scratch with this comprehensive program that covers reading, speaking, and cultural nuances. It offers interactive lessons, native speaker audio, and quizzes to prepare you for life, work, or travel in Thailand.

**Highlights:** 38 interactive lessons, Learn Thai script for native pronunciation, Cultural lessons for integration, Over 1000 native speaker audio recordings, Interactive multiple-choice quizzes, Offline access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Lessons 6-38 | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent explanations
- 🚀 Structured and paced learning process
- 💡 Helpful mnemonics and cultural context
- 👍 Clear and concise instructions
- 👍 Well-organized lessons

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Audio playback issues
- 🐛 Navigation and bookmarking limitations
- 🐛 Occasional freezing or bugs
- 🔋 Potential performance issues on older devices

**Reported bugs**

- Audio playback not working consistently
- App freezing or crashing on some devices
- Navigation issues when leaving and returning to the app

**Requested features**

- Downloadable PDF or cheat sheet for review
- Ability to bookmark progress and resume lessons
- Improved audio playback stability
- Compatibility optimizations for older devices


### Ling

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ling-thai-language-learning/id1299519848)

Master Thai language skills with this comprehensive app. It offers realistic audio, short lessons, and speech recognition for accurate pronunciation. Learn grammar, culture, and conversation to connect with locals and explore Thai heritage.

**Highlights:** Realistic native speaker audio, Over 200 short lessons, Speech recognition for pronunciation, Real-life grammar tips, Cultural notes integrated, Reading, speaking, listening, writing skills

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

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ling Monthly Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Monthly Language Learning Plan | $8.99 | per month |
| Ling Monthly Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Ling Pro 1-month Subscription | $16.99 | per month |
| Ling Half Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Learn Thai Premium Yearly | $41.99 | per year |
| Learn Language Pro Yearly 7 | $48.99 | per year |
| Ling Pro Yearly Subscription | $54.99 | per year |
| Ling Yearly Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Ling Half Yearly Subscription | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| Ling Yearly Subscription | $79.99 | per year |
| Ling Yearly Subscription | $79.99 | per year |
| Ling Pro 12 Month Subscription | $89.99 | per year |
| Ling Pro 12-month Subscription | $89.99 | per year |
| Ling Yearly Subscription | $119.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Learning Package | $109.99 | one-time |
| Ling Pro Lifetime Plan | $199.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app to learn Thai
- 👍 Easy and fun to use
- 💡 Helpful for beginners and intermediate learners
- 🚀 Effective learning methods
- 👍 Engaging and interactive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs after updates
- 🔒 Paywall after first few lessons
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🐛 Voice recognition issues
- 💡 Lacks male/female voice options

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes after updates
- Lessons not loading properly
- Voice recording not working
- Progress not saving across devices

**Requested features**

- Add more lessons and content
- Improve voice recognition accuracy
- Provide option to learn as male or female
- Include lessons on Thai alphabet and grammar
- Offer more affordable subscription options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pocket Thai Master free?

Pocket Thai Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Ling free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pocket Thai Master or Ling?

Pocket Thai Master is rated higher. Pocket Thai Master averages 4.9 out of 5 from 300 ratings, while Ling averages 4.7 from 3.3K ratings.

### Do Pocket Thai Master or Ling have ads?

Neither Pocket Thai Master nor Ling shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pocket Thai Master or Ling?

Pocket Thai Master ships an update fortnightly, and Ling weekly. Most recently, Pocket Thai Master was updated on October 10, 2026 and Ling on October 16, 2026.

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