# Ling vs MyPrivateTutor Global

The clearest difference is update cadence: Ling at weekly against MyPrivateTutor Global's every 2 months. Ling also leads on ratings volume (3.3K vs 3). MyPrivateTutor Global's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Ling sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and MyPrivateTutor Global sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MyPrivateTutor Global holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ling has 3.3K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Ling ships an update weekly, MyPrivateTutor Global every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ling | MyPrivateTutor Global |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ling-thai-language-learning/id1299519848/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myprivatetutor-global/id6479511814/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 64.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 162 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SIMYA LABS COMPANY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1298485730) | [Learnpick Technologies Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1736089447) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### MyPrivateTutor Global

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myprivatetutor-global/id6479511814)

Connect with tutors or students globally on this exclusive platform. Manage learning, track progress, and handle secure payments all within the app. Designed for registered members to facilitate personalized education and teaching opportunities.

**Highlights:** Search and connect with tutors, Personalized student dashboard, Secure in-app payments, Tutor profile management, Global student-tutor connections, Exclusive community access

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Connects | $35.00 | one-time |
| Pro Pack Monthly | $35.00 | one-time |
| Learning Pack | $50.00 | one-time |
| Pro Pack Quarterly | $80.00 | one-time |
| 50 Connects | $150.00 | one-time |
| Pro Pack Yearly | $229.00 | one-time |
| 100 Connects | $350.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ling free?

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

### Is MyPrivateTutor Global free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Ling or MyPrivateTutor Global?

MyPrivateTutor Global is rated higher. Ling averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while MyPrivateTutor Global averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Ling or MyPrivateTutor Global have ads?

Neither Ling nor MyPrivateTutor Global shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Ling or MyPrivateTutor Global?

Ling ships an update weekly, and MyPrivateTutor Global every 2 months. Most recently, Ling was updated on October 26, 2026 and MyPrivateTutor Global on October 24, 2026.

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