# Hindi 101 vs Study Shield

The clearest difference is monetization model: Hindi 101 at free with in-app purchases against Study Shield's subscription. Hindi 101 also leads on ratings volume (634 vs 1). Study Shield's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hindi 101 sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Study Shield sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Study Shield holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hindi 101 has 634 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hindi 101 | Study Shield |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (634 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hindi-101-learn-to-write/id1296720455/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/study-shield-focus-timer/id6788942268/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **634** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 65.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 56 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | **15.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Aspul Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1670473385) | [Lambtor LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896673012) |

## What reviewers say

### Hindi 101

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hindi-101-learn-to-write/id1296720455)

Master Hindi alphabets and numbers through interactive tracing, writing practice, and AI-powered feedback. Reinforce learning with engaging quizzes and a memory game. Share your progress and enjoy an ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Interactive tracing guides, AI-powered writing feedback, Alphabet and number quizzes, Memory Flip Game, Progress sharing, Ad-free experience

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Consonants pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Numbers pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Alphabets & Numbers Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Alphabets & Numbers Expansion | $4.99 | one-time |
| Alphabets & Numbers Pack | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy and interactive learning experience
- ✍️ Excellent writing tracing feature with stroke direction and order
- 🎯 Comprehensive romanization for every letter
- ⭐ High-quality educational content for beginners
- 🎮 Fun and engaging for children

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Aggressive paywall restricting access to most content
- 🔇 Sound/audio playback not working for many users
- 💸 High pricing ($7+ for full access, 600+ rupees)
- 🚫 Limited free content (only 4 letters available)
- ⚠️ Inconsistent app performance across devices

**Reported bugs**

- Sound/audio not playing despite correct settings
- Play button for pronunciation not functioning
- Sound issues after recent app updates
- Audio playback inconsistent across devices

**Requested features**

- Writing practice mode for words (not just letters)
- Sound toggle or alternative audio delivery method
- More comprehensive free tier content


### Study Shield

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/study-shield-focus-timer/id6788942268)

This app helps you focus on studying by blocking distracting applications and tracking your progress. It offers individual and group study sessions, gamified elements, and detailed analytics to build effective study habits.

**Highlights:** App blocking focus timer, Class and grade tracking, 24/7 study rooms, Live study groups with chat, Leaderboards and school comparisons, Habit building streaks, Detailed study analytics

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Study Shield Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Study Shield Pro Annual | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hindi 101 free?

Hindi 101 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Study Shield free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hindi 101 or Study Shield?

Study Shield is rated higher. Hindi 101 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 634 ratings, while Study Shield averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Hindi 101 or Study Shield have ads?

Neither Hindi 101 nor Study Shield shows ads.

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